Farm Hand – Operations

Full Time
Annual Salary Package
Role starting ASAP, Accommodation available.

Background

Cloven Hills is a dynamic and growing family-run prime lamb and genetics enterprise near Casterton, Victoria. Our business combines a commercial lamb production system with a leading maternal genetics program, supplying high-performance rams across Australia.

We run 2,266ha across two properties, including Rangeview – a farm currently undergoing blue gum reversion and development. The properties are well laned, tracked, and subdivided for efficient stock movement and operational flow.

With around 800 rams sold annually, plus a growing ewe production sale and 9000+ ewes joined in 2023, Cloven Hills is on a steady growth trajectory. We prioritise sustainable and efficient farming, backed by clear values: integrity, respect, and pragmatism.

The Opportunity

We’re seeking a hands-on, technically skilled Farm Hand – Operations to join our close-knit team. This is a practical, detail-focused role reporting directly to the owners and working closely with the broader team to support daily operations and contribute to the long-term success of the farm.

You’ll take the lead on key operational tasks including machinery maintenance, infrastructure upkeep, water and feed systems, pasture renovation, and seasonal sowing programs.

This role offers plenty of variety and scope for growth. It suits someone with a mechanical mindset, who’s also willing to get involved across all areas of the business and support the broader livestock program when required.

You’ll thrive in this role if you …

• Have a trade certificate or strong mechanical/fabrication skills

• Enjoy working both independently and as part of a small, supportive team

• Are highly organised, solutions-focused, and take initiative

• Want to develop your skills and progress in the sheep and ag industry

• Are physically fit, outdoorsy, and love making things run better

• Have a positive attitude and value teamwork, flexibility, and learning

Responsibilities

• Lead the maintenance and repair of machinery, infrastructure & water systems

• Run and oversee autumn/spring sowing programs and blue gum reversion

• Maintain accurate fuel and equipment inventories

• Ensure laneways, yards, sheds and feed compounds are tidy and functional

• Support the team with supplementary feeding and basic animal husbandry

• Learn and apply Lifetime Ewe Management principles around FOO, WEC & BCS

• Work with contractors on silage production and fodder planning

• Be part of the on-call weekend/holiday roster, with shared responsibilities

What we offer

• A competitive salary package, performance bonuses and training support

• Modern accommodation if required

• A positive, values-based team culture

• Real career progression in a fast-evolving sheep and genetics business

• Access to ongoing education and upskilling opportunities

• A beautiful rural location with proximity to Casterton, Hamilton, the Grampians and Limestone Coast

For further information, please contact Kate Dorahy on 0409 784 340
or email your application with cover letter, resume and names and
numbers of at least 3 recent referees to: info@clovenhills.com.au.