We're on the lookout for a Livestock Hand to join our Goonoo crew.
Goonoo is a feedlot, backgrounding and farming property straddling the Comet River in Central Queensland. It is located 65km from Emerald, 20km south of Comet and 250km west of Rockhampton.
The main purpose of the role is to perform day to day livestock related operation, from livestock receival and induction, pen riding, hospital treatment, post-mortems, through to preparation of cattle for dispatch to a processing facility.
General Cattle handling
Ensure all animal handling and treatment is conducted within the guidelines of the AACo Policy on Animal Welfare
Ride a horse through all pens daily to ensure all animals stand and are in good health
Draft out any sick animals or those not eating and move to the hospital for treatment
On dispatch count cattle from feed pens and to dispatch pen
Induction
Ensure livestock are Inducted into the feedlot as outlined in the induction management procedures and relevant livestock work instructions
Move cattle through yards to crush for individual processing
Operate hydraulic crush and gates
Install ear tags, administer injections in neck of animal, band tails, check number of teeth and back line
Use a computer operating information collection system to record all identification, weight and treatment for all cattle inducted
Count and move cattle to feed pens using horses
General Feedlot Duties
Carry out all general cleaning and maintenance duties at feedlot induction shed and hospital facilities
Maintaining accurate records of animal treatments and stock movements
Inventory control and stocktaking of all livestock products
Keep areas clean and tidy, removing rubbish and disposing of all waste
Grease/maintain crush and gates, clean troughs
Maintain compliance with WHS, HR, QA and Environmental standards
Maintain saddles and other tac by regular application of leather conditioner
Previous experience in a similar role preferred
Skills in general cattle handling, ideal but not essential
Knowledge of cattle husbandry
Basic level horsemanship required.
Thrive on continuous learning and growth opportunities!
Air-conditioned accommodation and prepared meals.
Competitive remuneration & allowances
If you're ready to roll up your sleeves and find your extraordinary, apply now! We're waiting to welcome our new Livestock Hand with open arms.
We hope this overview has provided you with valuable insight into AAco . To apply for this position, please submit your application via the apply button below. If you have any questions or would like any further information, please contact us via recruitment@aaco.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.
Established in 1824, the Australian Agricultural Company (AACo) is Australia’s largest integrated cattle and beef producer, and is the oldest continuously operating company in Australia.
Today, AACo owns and operates a strategic balance of properties, feedlots and farms comprising around 6.4 million hectares of land in Queensland and the Northern Territory. This equates to roughly 1% of Australia’s land mass.
AACo specialises in grain fed beef and Wagyu beef production.
Leadership
AACo’s leaders are skilled and passionate about our industry. Each are required to hold themselves accountable for contributing to the success of the Company, to make safety and our people a priority and to work with integrity.
Our History
As a world leading producer of beef and agricultural products and Australia’s largest beef producer, AACo has a long and proud history. We continue to diversify our operations into a vertically integrated agribusiness, backed by a solid history of sustainability and growth.
Environment and Sustainability
AACo is committed to innovative environmental management which protects the resources on which our production systems are based.
Our environment and sustainability initiatives are driven by a dedicated and skilled Rangelands team who are committed to best practice and support our people to deliver on environmental compliance.
Our properties
The Australian Agricultural Company portfolio spans some of Australia's largest cattle breeding, backgrounding and Wagyu production operations across the Northern Territory and Queensland.
Northern Territory Stations
Anthony Lagoon & Eva Downs – Located in the central Barkly Tableland.
Avon Downs & Austral Downs – Extensive cattle breeding properties on the southern Barkly Tableland.
Brunette Downs – One of Australia's largest and most renowned cattle stations.
Camfield Station – Located in the Victoria River District.
Delamere Station & Montejinni Station – Key breeding properties in the Victoria River District.
Queensland Stations
Adria Downs & Arrabury – Located in Queensland's famous Channel Country.
Brighton Downs – Situated along the Diamantina River.
Canobie – Located in the northern Gulf Country.
Carrum – Near Julia Creek.
Clifton Hills – A significant Channel Country grazing property.
Dalgonally – A major growing-out station north of Julia Creek.
Headingly – Located along the Georgina River.
Lawn Hill – Located in the northern Gulf Country.
Meteor Downs – Situated in Central Queensland.
South Galway – Located on Cooper Creek in the Channel Country.
Wondoola – A key Gulf Country operation.
Wylarah – A breeding and backgrounding aggregation near Surat in southern Queensland.
Feedlots & Farming Properties
Aronui Feedlot – AACo's flagship Wagyu finishing facility located approximately 20km north of Dalby.
Goonoo – A feedlot, backgrounding and farming operation in Central Queensland.
