We require an Assistant Farm Manager/ Livestock Overseer for our property near Moss Vale, NSW.
You will be an experienced Livestock person willing to work with the Farm Manager to oversee the day-to-day operations of the property.
This is a hands-on role and you will be involved in all facets of the farm operations from livestock husbandry, pasture improvement, machinery ops, nutrition application, to property and asset maintenance.
Light your fire for high class Cattle, Regen Ag and continuous learning
Cutting edge Angus cattle, Regen ag, carbon farming enterprises
Substantial farming asset in the heart of the Southern Highlands, NSW
The property is approx. 500 Ha of highly fertile and pristine grazing country at Moss Vale in the heart of the Southern Highlands, NSW.
The property runs both a stud and commercial Angus enterprise and is at the forefront of cutting-edge developments into regenerative agriculture principles and carbon farming initiatives.
Hands-on supervision of animal husbandry and livestock operations.
Oversee stock water, pasture improvement, time control grazing.
High attention to detail of livestock and record keeping.
Operating farm machinery, including tasks related to paddock preparation, planting, spreading and nutrition application.
Maintenance of all farm infrastructure; incl. buildings, fences to a high standard.
Oversee farm management, and staff/contractors as required.
To be successful in this position you will have a passion for Regenerative Ag, exceptional communication skills, high attention to detail, the ability to adhere to OH&S values, and be responsible, open-minded to and want to be involved in new innovations and change.
The successful applicant will be proactive, use initiative, and be excited to learn and develop.
Education/ Experience/ Skills
Previous experience in a stud and/or commercial cattle enterprise (min. 3 years).
Experience with rotational grazing, pasture and fodder crop management.
Experience with Farm Management software (e.g. Gallager, AgriWebb).
Mechanical aptitude and general maintenance skills (machinery, fencing, water systems).
Experience/Knowledge/Training in relevant Regen Ag principles, soil health, biological nutrition and Carbon Farming initiatives (desirable).
Licences, accreditations, certificates (desirable): HR, firearms, Chemcert, RCS, Grazing for Profit, KLR marketing.
Competitive salary (experience-based) + full on-farm package
Accommodation available
Email your cover letter, CV, and at least two references via the APPLY NOW button. A full position description is available on request.
Prodigy People welcomes all applications. However, only those to be interviewed will be contacted.
For further information or enquiries please call 1800 776 344 and if necessary, ensure you leave a detailed voicemail.
PLEASE NOTE:
This is a permanent position and not available to Working Holiday Visa Holders (Backpackers) or overseas jobseekers.
Applications without required skills and experience listed in the ad will not be considered.
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