General Operator

Busso Blues is looking for hardworking, reliable, and motivated General Operators to support our daily farming operations. This is a hands-on role ideal for individuals who enjoy working outdoors, operating machinery, and contributing to the production of high-quality crops.

The General Operator supports the daily operations of the farm and plays an important role in achieving production, quality, and efficiency targets. The successful candidate will assist with a variety of farming activities including machinery operation, crop production, irrigation, property maintenance, and general farm labour.

Key Performance Outputs

Machinery and Equipment Operation

• Operate tractors, harvesters, spray rigs, loaders, and other farm machinery safely and efficiently.

• Carry out spraying, cultivation, harvesting, and transport activities as instructed.

• Conduct routine inspections and basic maintenance to ensure equipment remains in good working condition.

• Report equipment faults and maintenance requirements promptly.

Crop and Field Work

• Assist with planting, cultivating, and harvesting crops.

• Ensure harvested produce meets quality standards for size, ripeness, and presentation.

• Minimise product damage during handling and transportation.

• Work efficiently to achieve daily productivity and yield targets.

• Follow handling procedures to maintain product quality and cold-chain requirements where applicable.

• Support irrigation setup, monitoring, and adjustments, including drip irrigation systems.

Perform crop care activities, including:

• Weeding and mulching

• Pest and disease monitoring

• Fertiliser and chemical application under supervision and according to safety guidelines

• Assist with crop protection measures such as netting and frost protection.

Property Maintenance

• Clean and maintain farm buildings, sheds, equipment, and facilities.

• Assist with fence repairs and general property upkeep.

• Ensure work areas comply with health and safety standards.

• Support waste management and environmental sustainability practices.

Team Contribution

• Work effectively with supervisors and fellow team members.

• Follow instructions and adapt to changing operational requirements.

• Demonstrate reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic.

• Participate in training and development opportunities.

Requirements

• Education and Qualifications

• No formal educational qualification required.

• Relevant agricultural certifications and farm experience will be advantageous.

• Knowledge and Skills

• Ability to learn new tasks quickly.

• Physically fit and capable of performing manual labour.

• Ability to communicate effectively in English.

• Strong teamwork and willingness to follow instructions.

• Commitment to workplace health, safety, and quality standards.

• Why join us?

• Opportunity to work in a dynamic agricultural environment.

• Ongoing learning and development opportunities.

• Supportive team culture.

• Exposure to modern farming practices and equipment