Job Description
Paspaley Pastoral is currently seeking an overseer for their property
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You will be required to monitor work goals and anticipate potential problems and the best course of action.
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Provide leadership and develop team performance and communicate to the team effectively.
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Take ownership of the day to day operations involved with running a property.
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The Overseer must be able to stand in for the manager in his absence if required.
Property Type
Farm (Mixed)
Property Description
Bunnamagoo is an historic property, settled in the 1820s. It comprises 2030 hectares in the Central Tablelands of New South Wales near the village of Rockley about 50 km south of Bathurst.
Start Date
Hiring Now
Key Tasks, Duties & Responsibilities
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To assist the Manager in the day to day operations of all enterprises at Bunnamagoo which includes prime lamb production and opportunity cattle fattening
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Supervise and direct other staff and contractors in their duties - 3-4 staff.
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Assist and monitor all livestock husbandry duties including reporting accurate stock numbers
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Follow work practices for WHP/ESI legislation and NLIS regulations
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Record keeping of Chemical usage and Vaccine and Drench dosages keeping in line with LPA guidelines and /or label recommendations
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Stock checks, particularly during calving and lambing and checking on feed and water supply, reporting back to the manager any relevant occurrences.
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Assist in the maintenance and repair of property, plant and equipment as required.
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Operation of plant and equipment
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Ensure all livestock and other animals are treated humanely and that WHS work practices are followed
Job Requirements
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At least 5 years experience in sheep and cattle husbandry
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Current Drivers licence and experience in the operation of Quad motorbikes
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A well organised person who takes pride in their surroundings and work
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Experience in machinery operation.
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Good team of working dogs, with particular focus on working sheep and lambs
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An advantage would be to have current WHS certificates including Chemcert and a current HR licence.
Job Benefits
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A 3 bedroom cottage is provided including capped electricity on top of an attractive salary
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Other non-cash benefits including both lamb and beef along with a monthly allocation of working dog food will be negotiated with the successful applicant.
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40 minutes drive from Bathurst city
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Working within a small, passionate team on a well- known historical property
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An agricultural career within a respected Australian owned company
Application Details
To apply please send through resume with a cover letter addressed to Luke Hutchinson, and a minimum of two references via the APPLY NOW button.
PLEASE NOTE :
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This is a permanent position and not available to Working Holiday Visa Holders (Backpackers) or overseas applications.
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Applications without required skills and experience listed in the ad will not be considered.
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