BADGINGARRA
FARM & FEEDLOT HAND
WA
Central Stockcare Pty Ltd is a vertically integrated producer and supplier of beef to domestic and international markets. We are a family owned and operated cattle company that functions over a 196,000Ha cattle station in the Upper Gascoyne of WA, as well as backgrounding properties and feedlot in Badgingarra - Midwest region of Western Australia.
Job Type:
Full-Time
Remuneration:
Generous remuneration package
Start:
Hiring Now
Expires:
Until Position Filled
Job Description:
We have an opportunity for a motivated, reliable, and dedicated individual to join our team as a farm and feedlot hand at our Midwest Backgrounding / farming / feedlot operation, which is located in Badgingarra, WA, 230kms north of Perth, 1 hour to a major regional town and beaches.
The Farm / Feedlot Hand will be required to support the Livestock, Feeding and Operations teams in all aspects of the hands on, day-to-day running of the farm and associated feedlot. ‘Sendem Downs’ is a neat property with comfortable workers accommodation, excellent infrastructure including a feedlot that operates year-round in conjunction with a backgrounding and breeding operation. Four centre pivot irrigators have recently been installed for irrigated pasture to minimise the impact of drought.
Key Tasks, Duties & Responsibilities:
Record keeping
Receival of feed commodities.
Ensuring clean water troughs are always maintained.
Receiving, processing and dispatch of cattle to and from the feedlot.
Scanning, drafting cattle to market specifications and weighing of livestock. NLIS reading and weighing using modern equipment.
All aspects of livestock husbandry and welfare including handling and veterinary treatments.
Welfare checks for the identification and diagnosis of illnesses with efficient communication to the Farm Manager.
Feed mixing & delivery.
Cleaning feed bunks.
General farming duties, with modern machinery, loader, telehandler, modern feed mixer and mill.
Pasture renovation, fencing, welding, water and general property maintenance, irrigation, and general farm / feedlot duties.
Ensure that livestock handling facilities are kept in a clean and tidy state.
Job Requirements:
Previous experience working in an intensive livestock handling operation preferred.
Basic computer skills.
Good communication skills.
C class license minimum.
Machinery experience preferred but not essential.
Available to work rostered weekends with flexibility with working hours during busy periods.
A demonstrated ability to work well both independently and within a small team environment.
Initiative, attention to detail and the ability to meet deadlines.
Job Benefits:
Generous salary package, including recently renovated air-conditioned Accommodation, school bus and mail service to front gate, along with work utility, phone, email etc.
Friendly family work environment, well maintained and tidy facilities, pride in your workplace.
Roster will be 10 days on and 4 days off.
To apply in confidence, please email your resume outlining your skills and qualifications to Dean Ryan, Director dean@centralstockcare.com or call 0418 888 814.
This position is not suitable for working holiday visa holders. It is a long-term position.
REF | CSC | 20240730 | RP 20241105