What does a Leading Hand at Warakirri Cropping do?
- Coordinate machinery activities in the paddock, including resupply, refueling, and logistics between properties.
- Operate farm machinery for various tasks, including but not limited to spraying, paddock preparation, planting, spreading, cartage, and harvest.
- Train and mentor new staff members on machinery operations, emphasizing safety, timeliness, and quality.
- Coordinate with external parties, such as contractors and delivery drivers.
- Maximize the efficiency of machinery operations, especially when multiple machines are working together, such as multiple seeding rigs or spreaders.
- Work with the newest equipment and innovative technology at Warakirri Cropping, while observing and monitoring crop health and progress.
- Assist in the testing and recording of grain quality, as well as ensuring the safe storage and handling of grain during and after harvest.
- Foster a learning environment at Warakirri Cropping, where staff are encouraged to ask questions and learn new things, with a strong focus on staff development.
