Introduction

You'll be joining a large-scale, Australian-owned cropping organisation that prioritises safety, innovation, and a family-oriented culture. Managing a significant amount of land across the country, the business is a major grain producer in Australia. They offer flexibility with your start date to suit your individual needs. This role is based in Western Australia.

What are you going to do

Responsibilities:

Oversee all farm operations, with full responsibility for activities on-site
Lead and supervise the Leading Hand, machinery operators, employees, and contractors
Collaborate closely with the Farm Manager on daily operations, performance, and decision-making
Drive operational efficiency, leadership, and Workplace Health and Safety standards
Work alongside agronomy and precision ag teams to monitor crops and maximise yield potential
Contribute to the ongoing development of the farm, its people, and a strong team culture
Operate farm machinery as required, including spraying, planting, spreading, and harvesting

Essential skills and knowledge

About You:

Proven ability to mentor, coach, and support others
Solid experience in broadacre cropping, including dryland winter crop production
Skilled in operating and maintaining large-scale cropping machinery and equipment
Strong initiative, self-motivation, and a willingness to learn and adopt new practices
Effective communicator who works well with team members, agronomists, and contractors

What we offer

Attractive salary package and earning potential
Access to a regional psychologist program
Ongoing training and development
A genuine focus on safety

About Brunel:

Brunel is a recruitment and flexible workforce solution provider which connects talented people with opportunities throughout Australasia and around the world. We specialise in highly skilled roles across a variety of technical, professional, trades and craft disciplines, pairing candidates with industry-leading projects and organisations on a contract, permanent or secondment basis.

Operating in Australasia since 1997, Brunel has major bases of operation in Perth, Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and Port Moresby, which are further backed by the strength and reach of a truly global network spanning over 45 countries, 120 offices and 50 years of successful operation.

Brunel is proud to be equal opportunity employer and encourages applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and female candidates.

Do you have questions?

If you have any questions or would like to discuss the details of this role, please contact Nathan Blunt at n.blunt@brunel.net or 0402 489 457.

Closing: 19 April 2026

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Process of your application

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Application process & contact

We will now begin examining your application: We will take a close look at your application documents and ask you for additional information if necessary. If your qualifications match our requirements, we will invite you to meet us for the first time.

Project discussion with our customer

If the introductory meeting goes well for you and us, we will arrange a meeting with the customer who has the perfect project for you. This gives you the opportunity to find out more about the customer and the project.

The decision

If you enjoyed the project discussion and the customer is also convinced of your expertise, we will ask you the final and decisive question: Do you want to get started at Brunel?

Introductory conversation with Brunel

In an introductory meeting, we would like to find out more about your interests, ambitions and professional developments. At the same time, we report on working at Brunel and provide information about all career opportunities and prospects.

Welcome to Brunel

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