Livestock Hand/ Pen Riders | Tamworth | NSW

The Livestock Hand, at Tamworth Regional Livestock Exchange (TRLX), contributes to the efficient operations of Livestock handling & processing.  If you are a skilled and dedicated horseman/horsewoman that has a passion for working in the bustling and dynamic livestock industry look no further – we have the perfect opportunity for you!

• MUST have/own horse(s)

Our Values

• Safety - ingrained and lived (Everyone matters)

• Integrity - in everything we do (Always do what's right)

• Responsibility - for our ways of working and it's impact (Own our decisions)

• Innovation - in ways of thinking (Think big, move forward)

The role is located at Tamworth Regional Livestock Exchange (TRLX).

Regional Livestock Exchanges (RLX) is a leading agriculture organisation with core strengths of Infrastructure Management, stock handling and sales services, our operations are located throughout the eastern seaboard. 

• Assist in sale day activities including:

• Pre-sale scanning of livestock;

• Receival of, loading and unloading of livestock

• Drafting and penning of livestock

• Post-sale weighing and delivery;

• Counting and reconcile animals sold and delivered;

• General livestock handling.

• Yard and paddock work

• Assist with the accounting and administration of sale day activity as required;

• Undertake feeding of livestock;

• Other duties as directed by the Business Manager 

• All staff are required to contribute to and promote a continuous workplace health and safety culture.

• Demonstrated experience in livestock handling and sale yard processes;

• Demonstrated commitment to and understanding of animal welfare and safe work practices in a sale yard environment;

• Demonstrated skills in horsemanship and the ability to work livestock on horseback;

• MUST have/own horse

• Ability to undertake manual activities and meet the physical demands of a sale yard working environment;

• Ability to take direction, follow policies and procedures and work well in a team as well as unsupervised;

• Ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders including staff, customers, agents and contractors; and

• Ability to co-ordinate multiple tasks simultaneously 

• Autonomy to work unsupervised

• Competitive wage commensurate with experience.

• Opportunities for professional development and training.

• A supportive and inclusive work culture.

• Employee Assistance Program.

• 10c Fuel discount on Diesel at IOR

• 30% off Ringers Western clothing

• JB HI-FI discounts

• Paid maternity leave

If you are an eager and proactive operations assistant, or you are passionate about livestock management, we invite you to apply for these roles with your resume and references via the APPLY NOW button.

• MUST have/own horse(s) to perform this role

• This role requires a Q fever vaccination or a willingness to get one.

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