Pen Rider | Quirindi | NSW

An opportunity exists within our Livestock team as a Pen Rider reporting to the Assistant Livestock Manager.

As a Pen Rider you are responsible for the daily maintenance and care of all livestock ensuring their optimal health and hygiene.

• Competitive hourly rate

• Work and learn amongst some of the best experts in the industry

• Access to professional development + uniform allowance

Killara Feedlot is a licensed 22,250head feedlot and is a leading supplier of high-quality grain fed cattle to both domestic and international markets. Offering a variety of feeding programs ranging from 70 – 150days, our products are supplied around the world to premium food markets

As a Pen Rider you will have a varied day including:

• Daily observation and health management (including treatment) of Livestock 

• Pen Riding and Horse Husbandry

• Stable Maintenance

• Cleaning and maintenance of stock water supplies

• Manual handling of livestock in the feedlot

• Timely and effective receival of cattle (induction) including vaccinating, ear tagging, drenching in accordance with relevant protocols and instructions

• Exiting cattle, completion of appropriate documentation, record keeping, weighing, scanning and drafting

To succeed at Killara, you will have:

• A strong commitment to animal health

• Excellent horsemanship and riding capabilities

• 2 x Horses and tack

• Commitment to safety & zero harm policy

• Proven problem-solving ability and attention to detail

• An understanding of animal nutrition and previous feedlot experience would be highly regarded

• Team Player

• Reliable and highly motivated

We will provide you with:

• Training and professional development

• Flexible working arrangements that promote a positive and healthy work-life balance

• Leave for all of life’s reasons (annual, volunteering, paid parental, personal leave)

We invest in our staff to ensure everyone who joins Killara is set up to succeed, from training and conferences to industry experts well within your reach offering support and guidance. We want you to thrive and be proud to work at Killara. When you join the Killara team, you have the backing of a team of passionate individuals supporting and challenging you on your journey.

Please send your application & resume via mail to: HR Killara, PO Box 348 Quirindi NSW 2343 or via the APPLY NOW button.

Applications close on:   Friday, 17 July 2026

Accommodation is not available on site.

Please note applications may be short-listed and progressed prior to the closing date.

At Killara, we strive to create a safe environment where everyone can thrive. We aspire to do this by recognising talent, promoting inclusion and celebrating diversity. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply for roles at Killara.

We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia