OPAL CREEK
PEN RIDERS/ LIVESTOCK HANDS
QLD
We are the largest, privately owned fully integrated beef cattle supply chain and proud industry leaders in producing and supplying highest quality cattle and meat products to the local and export markets. We employ over 1200 team members throughout Queensland and together our diverse operation spans over 4.5 million acres across our large-scale cattle breeding, backgrounding, farming and feedlotting through to our state of the art food processing facility, just near Brisbane’s CBD.
Job Type:
Full-Time
Remuneration:
Above industry hourly rates of pay (see benefits)
Start:
Hiring Now
Expires:
Until Position Filled
Job Description:
We are currently seeking Pen riders/ Livestock Hands for our Opal Feedlot.
Opal Creek feedlot is conveniently located in the Darling Downs region, west of Toowoomba and is one of Australia’s most modern facilities having undergone significant expansion and infrastructure improvements to accommodate 30,000 head of cattle across a range of markets from long fed Wagyu, through to short fed domestic supermarket cattle.
Key Tasks, Duties & Responsibilities:
Our Livestock Hands are primarily focussed on monitoring the health and welfare of our cattle on horseback, but also get to enjoy variety and cross skilling in cattle handling and processing activities.
Working a 10/4 roster, you’ll join a hardworking and positive livestock team who are committed to the highest standards of safety, animal welfare and quality outcomes.
Job Requirements:
Ideally, you’ll have up to 2 of your own horses with the right temperament, ability and training suited to working within a feedlot, your own tack, as well as being:
Competent horse rider and sound horse handling skills
Reliable and trustworthy
Having total commitment to working safely, taking care of yourself and look out for your mates.
A team player with a positive attitude who is always keen to jump in and lend a hand
Passionate about cattle and agriculture
Someone who is keen to learn from, and work with, the best in the industry
Attention to detail
Sound written & numeracy skills
Valid manual driver's licence
Job Benefits:
Above industry hourly rates of pay - plus penalty rates for Saturdays, Sundays & public holidays & overtime
Comfortable, air-conditioned, single accommodation with own bathroom
Nutritious, homestyle meals
On the job training & upskilling
Formal training & courses run by industry experts in horsemanship, cattle handling & animal nutrition
First aid training
Access to ALFA - Australian Lot Feeders Association
Attendance at industry events
Annual Company Challenge
Ideal for those seeking a long-term career in the cattle industry who are keen to have access to opportunities throughout ACC’s fully integrated cattle & beef supply chain.
Please note: it is a condition of employment with ACC that all new employees are vaccinated for Q-fever, we are happy to assist and facilitate appointments as necessary.
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.
ACC REF | 20250204