Precision Aerial Meandarra is seeking a reliable and motivated Loader Driver / Mixer to join our aerial application operations on a full-time basis.
This hands-on role based in Meandarra is ideal for someone who enjoys working outdoors, operating machinery, and being around aircraft in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
Precision Aerial Meandarra operates from the Meandarra town airstrip. Meandarra is situated in the centre of a vast dryland farming region. This base is in the western Darling Downs region of SE QLD, 200 km west of Toowoomba, 140 km south-east of Roma and west of Dalby.
Operate and maintain mixing and loading equipment
Safely prepare and load chemicals and solids into agricultural aircraft
Work alongside pilots, ground crew & operations staff to ensure efficient operations
Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of aircraft, machinery and equipment
MR (Medium Rigid) Truck Licence – Essential
DG (Dangerous Goods) Driver Licence – Considered favourably
Forklift licence and machinery experience are an advantage
Previous experience in a similar role, or farming/chemical handling experience – Considered favourably
Enjoys working around aircraft
Ability to read / write / perform mathematical calculations
Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety
Ability to work independently & adapt to seasonal workloads
Immediate start
Full-time, stable employment
Above award wages plus bonuses paid for overtime
Assistance with sourcing accommodation
Supportive, experienced team
Opportunities for growth / advancement within the company
Gain valuable experience in the agricultural aviation industry
To apply send your resume (with 2 contactable references) to Fiona at office@precisionaerial.com.au
PLEASE NOTE :
This is a permanent position and not available to Working Holiday Visa Holders (Backpackers).
Applications without required skills and experience listed in the ad will not be considered.
Our company was established in 1997 as primarily a dry-land aerial spraying operation, based at Meandarra in SE QLD and traded for many years as Meandarra Aerial. In 2007, the company expanded into a large cotton and dry-land aerial spraying operation at Mungindi in NSW and commenced trading there as Mungindi Aerial. In 2016, further expansion occurred into an established aerial application operation at St George, QLD.
Our bases:
Precision Aerial Meandarra operates from the Meandarra town airstrip. Meandarra is situated in the centre of a vast dryland farming region and is also near the heart of the coal seam gas industry. This base is in the western Darling Downs region of SE QLD, 200 km west of Toowoomba, 140 km south-east of Roma and west of Dalby. This base services a large region extending from Dalby to Taroom, Arcadia Valley, Augathella, Charleville, Goondiwindi, Talwood and all regions in SW Queensland.
Precision Aerial Mungindi operates from the Mungindi Airport. This base services the vast cotton growing area and dryland farming region within a 150 km radius of Mungindi, including Boomi, Collarenebri, Garah, Lightning Ridge, Thallon, Talwood and Walgett. Mungindi also services clients in the rapidly developing Gulf Region of far North Queensland.
Precision Aerial St George operates from the St George Airport. This base services the agricultural farming regions surrounding St George and Dirranbandi including the SW region of Queensland.