We are seeking a casual Farm Hand to join us for about 5 months starting over the next couple of weeks until approximately the end of October.
The position is for a casual person to help us prepare for our annual sale in August and to help with our calving as well.
Glenoch Angus is a seedstock Angus cattle stud run over 4 properties near Chinchilla in the Western Downs of Queensland.
Sale preparation, gardening, mowing, cleaning
Some cattle work
Assisting the team with repairs and maintenance of yards and sale shed
On sale day, being involved in the sale day routine
After sale clean up
Tagging calves and recording calf information
General property duties depending on skills and experience.
Machinery operation
This job is varied and interesting and would ideally suit a person who is keen to learn about stud work. An interest in rural life is essential and enjoy working outdoors.
A respect for cattle and an understanding and/ or willingness to learn how to work with them is essential.
Position ideally suits a fit and agile person.
Motor vehicle licence necessary.
Truck licence an advantage but not essential.
We use side by sides, utes and horses for station work.
Horse riding an option for those who have suitable riding experience.
Wage is dependant on the age, skills and experience of the applicant.
A suitable 2 bedroom house is available for accomodation.
Fun environment with lots of activity and variety.
Interesting work if you like agriculture and being on a farm.
There is the opportunity to network and meet new people in the industry and learn lifelong skills especially within the cattle and seedstock industry.
If this position interests you, please submit via the APPLY NOW button an up-to-date resume (cover letter highly regarded), work history and at least 2 current employment references.
Alternatively contact Tam Boshammer via Whatsapp.
PLEASE NOTE :
This is a permanent position and not available to Working Holiday Visa Holders (Backpackers) or overseas applicants.
Applications without required skills and experience listed in the ad will not be considered.
Glenoch Angus is a seedstock Angus cattle stud, owned by Roger and Tam Boshammer and family, near Chinchilla on the Western Downs, Qld, founded in 1974. Each year, 600 cows are joined, and 230 bulls are sold annually by Private Treaty from November and at their sale in August. The Glenoch Angus herd has evolved over time to be resilient and adaptable.
Glenoch Angus bulls are renowned for their adaptability in Northern, Southern, and coastal areas of Queensland, and their many repeat clients have said that “our bulls, thrive, survive and reproduce in these conditions”.
Demonstrating their versatility and ability to meet the demands of our clients, the resilience and evolution of Glenoch Angus females are a result of natural selection pressures, ensuring performance in tough conditions.
Our moderately framed cow is adaptable and functional with an emphasis on fertility.
