Job Description

We are looking for a farm / feedlot hand to join our team. 

This is a varied and hands-on role which will give you the opportunity to increase your skills across a diverse range of areas.

You will be involved in all aspects of the operation including operating the feed mill, cattle work, cropping, and various tasks including general infrastructure maintenance.

  • This is a permanent position and not available to Working Holiday Visa Holders (Backpackers) or overseas applicants.

Property Type

Farm (Mixed)

Property Description

Noralla pastoral is a family owned and operated farming business near Warwick, QLD.

We run a mixed enterprise across livestock, grazing, cereal crops and hay.  We have a strong focus on animal health and welfare, and this informs every decision from feed production and farming practices to livestock handling. Our goal is to supply high quality grain-fed beef to both domestic and export markets.

Start Date

Immediate start

Key Tasks, Duties & Responsibilities

  • Feed mill operation including preparing and feeding out rations

  • Commodity handling

  • Day to day livestock work; drafting, induction, welfare checks, and treatments with an emphasis on animal welfare.

  • Assisting with all farming duties, including planting, irrigation, harvesting and hay making

  • General farm maintenance

 

Job Requirements

  • Be punctual, energetic, honest, and reliable.

  • Experience in machinery operation.

  • A current driver’s licence.

  • Proven stockmanship experience with an understanding of low stress principals, and animal health and welfare.  

  • Competent in general property maintenance.

  • Willingness and capacity to learn on the job.

  • Ability to work independently.

  • Some weekend work may be required.

  • Must be an Australian citizen or permanent resident.

Highly-regarded skills

The following skills are advantageous but not essential

  • Experience in crops and farming machinery

  • Experience in feed mill operations

  • Welding including basic fabrication and repairs

  • Truck licence

Job Benefits

  • Full time work with an immediate start

  • Above-award rate aligned with the applicant’s skills and experience

  • On farm housing in a comfortable powered-home will be included for the right applicant. 

  • Work within a multi-generation family-business

  • Access to modern machinery

  • Training and development opportunities

  • Variety in your day across livestock, cropping and general farm work

Application Details

Applicants MUST present resume and 2 or more references and submit via the APPLY NOW button below. Please note only candidates who meet the brief will be considered and contacted if short-listed.

PLEASE NOTE :

  • This is a permanent position and not available to Working Holiday Visa Holders (Backpackers) or overseas applicants.

  • Applications without required skills and experience listed in the ad will not be considered.

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