Experienced MC Cattle Truck Driver/ Machinery Operator | QLD

We are seeking a reliable and experienced MC Licensed Cattle Truck Driver / Machinery Operator to join our team. This is a hands-on role suited to someone with strong livestock transport experience who takes pride in safety, animal welfare and maintaining high operational standards.

This position is responsible for the safe and efficient transport of livestock between Lillyvale and Arubial Pty Ltd properties, and processors. When not carting livestock, the successful applicant will assist with machinery operation and general property duties as required.

Weekend work may be required on an as-needed basis.

Arubial Pty Ltd, situated on the Western Darling Downs QLD, operates as a family-owned feedlot, Fullblood Wagyu stud and dry land cropping aggregation, trading as Lillyvale Feedlot and Arubial Pty Ltd. Centred around long-fed Wagyu and short-term custom fed contracts, Lillyvale is a licensed 26,000 head feedlot and proudly employs over 50 team members. Lillyvale is committed to creating a positive culture rooted in respectful relationships and collaborative success.

Livestock Transport

• Drive and maintain a Kenworth T909 Prime Mover

• Cart livestock safely and efficiently between properties and processors

• Safely load, secure and unload cattle in accordance with animal welfare standards

• Monitor livestock condition during transport and take appropriate action if required

• Comply with the Australian Animal Welfare Standards & Guidelines for Land Transport of Livestock

• Adhere to strict biosecurity

• Coordinate with livestock staff regarding loading plans, timing and route planning

Vehicle Operation & Compliance

• Operate heavy vehicles

• Conduct daily pre-start checks and ensure vehicles comply with road transport standards

• Maintain accurate logbooks, delivery dockets and livestock documentation

• Comply with fatigue management and WHS requirements

• Follow load restraint guidelines for livestock

• Report vehicle faults, damaged equipment, incidents and injuries promptly

• Maintain clean, tidy and compliant trucks at all times

Animal Welfare & Biosecurity

• Ensure livestock are handled calmly, utilising low stress stock handling

• Maintain livestock crates and equipment to required welfare standards

Machinery Operation (when not transporting livestock)

• Operate loaders, tractors, excavators, bobcats, graders and other machinery as required

• Assist with general property and road maintenance duties

• Use company weighbridge systems to weigh heavy vehicles

You will be a motivated, safety-focused individual who can work independently.

Essential Requirements

• Current MC Truck Licence

• Minimum 2 years’ experience transporting cattle

• Experience operating heavy vehicles in agriculture

• Strong understanding of livestock handling and welfare standards

• Knowledge of fatigue management and road transport compliance

• Ability to work unsupervised

• Professional work ethic and mature approach to the workplace

• Strong organisational and communication skills

Desirable

• Previous feedlot or livestock production experience

• Loader or machinery operating experience

• Basic mechanical troubleshooting skills

• Understanding of NLIS, NVDs and livestock traceability systems

• Immediate start

• Competitive wage

• Supportive team environment

• Employee Accommodation

• Stable, long-term opportunity for the right candidate

Applicants please submit via the APPLY NOW button your resume with 2 or more work references who are contactable, as they will be checked. 

If you are an experienced and dependable MC driver who takes pride in livestock welfare, compliance and maintaining high standards, we encourage you to apply

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.