Mixed Farm Operative

A Mixed Farm Operative supports the daily operation of a mixed farming enterprise by carrying out livestock, crop, and general farm duties in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner.

Key Responsibilities

• Care for livestock, including feeding, watering, bedding, health monitoring, and routine husbandry tasks.
• Assist with handling and moving livestock in accordance with animal welfare standards.
• Support crop production activities such as planting, fertilising, harvesting, and storing crops.
• Operate tractors, machinery, and farm equipment safely and perform basic maintenance.
• Maintain farm buildings, fences, gates, and other infrastructure.
• Monitor livestock, crops, and equipment, reporting any health, welfare, or maintenance issues.
• Follow biosecurity, food safety, environmental, and health and safety procedures.
• Assist with loading, unloading, and storing feed, fertiliser, and farm supplies.
• Work as part of a team to meet daily and seasonal production targets.

Skills and Requirements

• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions and perform physically demanding tasks.
• Good understanding of animal welfare and farm safety.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and organisational skills.
• Ability to follow instructions and sufficient English language skills.
• Previous experience in mixed farming, livestock husbandry, crop production, or operating agricultural machinery is desirable.