Casual Horse Truck Driving Role | Young | NSW

An exciting opportunity exists for a motivated and experienced horse truck driver in the NSW South-West Slopes, commencing 1st September - late November.

Located in the picturesque South West Slopes region of NSW, our family owned enterprise spans approximately 6,000 acres of highly productive arable country, featuring gently undulating hills, improved pastures, cropping country and stunning rural views.

The business comprises a diverse mix of thoroughbred breeding, cattle production and broadacre farming, providing employees with exposure to a wide range of agricultural operations throughout the year.

Situated on Moppity Road between the thriving regional centres of Young, Harden and Boorowa, the property offers the perfect balance of rural lifestyle and modern convenience.

The nearby town of Young is just a 20 minute drive away and provides supermarkets (IGA, Aldi, Woolworths, Big W, Bunnings), cafés, restaurants, sporting facilities, medical services, schools and all essential amenities. Harden offers rail connections to Sydney and Melbourne, while Boorowa is renowned for its friendly country community and relaxed lifestyle.

This is an opportunity to enjoy a genuine country lifestyle while working in a progressive agricultural business with quality livestock, operations and a supportive team environment.

Commencing on the 1st September, through until late November, the successful applicant will play a key role in our annual breeding season, transporting valuable thoroughbred mares and foals to leading stallion farms throughout the Hunter Valley and Victoria before returning them home after covers.

From September through to late November/early December, the role is expected to involve multiple transport trips per week in our trucks provided.

Strong horse handling and horse cartage experience is imperative for transporting the valuable thoroughbreds between the farms so must be very capable of safely loading and unloading mares and foals. 

Casual pay will be based on a set rate per km to either the Hunter Valley or to studs in Victoria, alternatively we also welcome applications from contractors with their own ABN.

Essential Requirements:

• Clean HR driver's licence history.

• Proven experience driving livestock or horse transport vehicles.

• Extensive horse handling experience and confidence working with young and valuable stock.

• Excellent stockmanship and animal welfare standards.

• Strong work ethic, reliability and attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Willingness to be flexible and assist wherever required.

Highly Regarded:

• Horse handling experience.

• Machinery operation background and experience.

• HR licence history and track record.

• Mechanical aptitude.

• Casual truck driving opportunity.

• Opportunity to work with high quality thoroughbred bloodstock.

• Supportive and experienced team environment.

• Competitive per km pay.

This position would suit a practical, energetic individual looking for a casual opportunity (Sept to late Nov/Dec) within a diverse agricultural enterprise and who enjoys taking ownership of their work.

To apply, please send your resume together with a summary of your livestock transport, horse handling and machinery experience.

PLEASE NOTE:

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