Working For Patane

Mobile Plant Operator

$71,500 – $75,000 per year

Patane Produce is a thriving, family owned South West company with a reputation for growing vegetables of outstanding quality.  We supply our produce to local markets, supermarkets and export.

We are seeking highly driven and capable individuals who are reliable and enthusiastic.

A full-time permanent position exists within our Vegetable Growing and Packing Business located in the Myalup area (South West of WA).

About the role

As a Mobile Plant Operator you will be responsible for driving and controlling tractor-drawn or self-propelled machinery to plough, till, fertilize, cultivate, and harvest crops, including using GPS guidance technology. You will set and configure specialized implements, navigate fields to maximize yields while avoiding damage to crops or infrastructure, haul harvested produce and farm inputs, perform routine servicing and minor repairs, and maintain accurate logs and reporting.

This role is a Level III in the Horticulture Award

Key responsibilities

• Driving and controlling tractor-drawn or self-propelled machinery to plough, till, fertilize, cultivate, and harvest crops
• Using GPS guidance technology
• Setting and configuring specialized implements such as calibrating the height, speed, and distribution depth of seeders, sprayers, plows, discs, and harvesters
• Carefully navigating fields to maximize yields while avoiding damage to crops or existing farm infrastructure
• Hauling harvested produce, farm inputs (seeds, fertilizer, chemicals), and farm waste to cold rooms, packing sheds, or storage facilities
• Performing routine servicing like cleaning, lubricating, and refuelling
• Conducting minor repairs, ordering spare parts, and troubleshooting operational faults
• Keeping accurate logs and tallies of harvested material
• Reporting equipment conditions to section supervisors

Essential requirements

• Must have an Australian Drivers License
• Forklift license
• Level II Cert of Horticulture or at least 2 years experience
• Experience operating tractors

Available for an immediate start so if this role is applicable to you, please apply by attaching your current resume and cover letter.

School Leavers

Patane Produce is looking for young, reliable workers to join our thriving team in the South West! We’re offering a variety of full time, permanent positions… In an environment where you can develop lifelong skills, earn good money and get your hands on in the outdoors! If you’ve recently left school, And are looking for full time work… Don’t pass up this great opportunity.

Experienced Agricultural Workers

If you have farming experience and a forklift ticket, a can-do attitude, and love working outdoors – Patane Produce want to hear from you! We’re looking for experienced farm technicians and forklift drivers to join our thriving team in Myalup.

We are offering full time, permanent positions in an essential industry – giving you job security and confidence. Apply today!

About Patane Produce

Formed in 1999 in Myalup on 675 hectares, Patane Produce is a stand-out operation in Western Australia.
Our vertically-integrated business employs around 80 staff over the course of each year, and includes comprehensive packing facilities for all lines grown. The temperate climate of the region allows for produce lines to be supplied for 12 months of the year.

Expressions Of Interest

We are always on the lookout for great talent with a passion for agriculture.

Packers / Vegetable Graders, Farm Technicians, Truck Drivers, Forklift Drivers.

Apply now by completing the form below.