Rawlinna Station
DOG FENCE REPAIR & MAINTAINER
WA
Jumbuck are a fourth generation Australian business with large scale sheep and cattle stations throughout Australia.
Job Type:
Full-Time
Remuneration:
A competitive package is available
Start:
Immediate Start
Expires:
Until Position Filled
Job Description:
We seek a resourceful and independent person to take on the Dog Fence Repair, Maintainer & Patrol Officer position for Rawlinna located on the western side of the Nullarbor, 4 hours’ drive east of Kalgoorlie in WA. The station is well developed, maintained and resourced and covers 2.5 million acres, running up to 65,000 Merino sheep at capacity in 230mm rainfall country.
World's largest operating sheep station
Vehicle and primary tools provided
Position offers a high degree of autonomy
Key Tasks, Duties & Responsibilities:
The Dog Fence Repair, Maintainer & Patrol Officer reports directly to the station manager and your primary focus will be responsibility for the maintenance, upkeep and repair of the Dog Fence that runs through the property.
From time-to-time, you will be required to routinely set and check vermin traps, engage in pest management and monitor the various livestock watering points along your route on the Dog Fence.
Job Requirements:
The position is highly independent and suits a resourceful person, experienced at living and working in remote and isolated places.
You will first and foremost need to be an experienced fencer
Be skilled at using a 4WD off road and as the position requires you to be camped out during the week, confidence in the bush is a must.
A firearms license, or ability to gain one, will be an advantage.
Job Benefits:
A competitive package is available, in line with experience, with a vehicle and tools provided.
Food and accommodation at station are provided.
Please include a Cover Letter, current Resume and References with your application. For further information on Jumbuck, please visit www.jumbuck.com.au.
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