Mill Manager | Wallumba Feedlot | Condamine | QLD

• We are seeking a Mill Manager at Wallumba Feedlot near Condamine, QLD.

• This is a full time, long-term position (not suitable for 88-120 days)

• Experience in a feedlot setting, preferred

With a license to feed 20,000 head, the Wallumba feedlot grain finishes the majority of MDH's cattle. After being purchased in 2001, Wallumba has changed MDH from a grass-finishing to a backgrounding operation, with 90 per cent of MDH's cattle being grain-finished in the feedlot.

Wallumba, in addition to Nangram, has provided significant 'drought proofing' capabilities to the MDH operation, ensuring cattle can be finished even when the northern properties experience a dry season. 

• Oversee the effective daily operations of the feed team and all feeding activities.

•  Supervise mill operations during business hours.

• Maintain accurate operating records and analyse operational hours.

• Coordinate scheduled mill maintenance and manage greasing requirements.

• Ensure timely and accurate documentation of all activities related to feed mill operations.

• Enforce compliance with Work Health & Safety (WH&S) standards.

• Inspect pens, bunks, and troughs daily to ensure cleanliness and suitability.

• Assess feed requirements through regular bunk checks.

• Collaborate with management to determine optimal feed rations.

• Prepare and mix feed rations in accordance with batching sheets.

• Distribute feed to bunks and record actual consumption rates.

• Perform machinery maintenance as outlined in maintenance manuals.

• Monitor commodity inventory levels and notify management regarding reorder needs.

• Manage disposal and composting of deceased animals.

• Perform additional farm-related duties as assigned by management.

• Demonstrated ability in staff supervision and coordination.

• Strong understanding of grain processing and mill management practices preferred.

• Prior experience in a feedlot environment preferred.

• Keen attention to detail for comprehensive record keeping.

• Proactive identification and communication of operational and maintenance needs.

• Proficiency with industry-standard data tracking and analysis tools.

• Excellent time management and problem-solving abilities.

• Effective consultative skills to liaise with other operational departments.

• Outstanding communication skills.

• Ability to foster teamwork to achieve successful operational outcomes.

• Sound knowledge of WH&S regulations.

Competitive numeration package, which includes:

• 3-bedroom home

• Work vehicle

• $150 groceries at Woolworths per week

Close to local schools:

o   Condamine Primary School - 20km

o   Miles - High/Primary School - 35km

o   Chinchilla- High/ Primary School - 55km