We're looking for an enthusiastic Pen Rider to join us at Rangers Valley Feedlot near Glen Innes NSW, and help maintain our high standards of animal care and welfare.
Are you passionate about cattle and horsemanship? As a Pen Rider at Rangers Valley you'll be the eyes and ears of our operation, ensuring our cattle are healthy, comfortable, and thriving.
This is more than just a job; it's a chance to be a vital part of our mission to produce the best beef in Australia.
Stanbroke's Rangers Valley Feedlot is located 20 mins from the township of Glen Innes, NSW.
As a Pen Rider, you’ll be out in the pens every day looking after cattle health and welfare, moving stock, and helping keep the feedlot running smoothly. You’ll be part of the Livestock Crew and report to the Head Stockman.
This is a hands-on role on 10 days on, 4 days off roster. You'll be:
Riding pens daily to check cattle health and wellbeing
Picking up early signs of illness and treating cattle as needed
Handling cattle on horseback and on foot
Moving and processing cattle when required
Keeping accurate treatment and stock records
Cleaning and maintaining water troughs and pens
Following WHS and animal welfare standards
Positive attitude and strong work ethic
Able to work independently and as part of a team
Current Australian driver’s licence
Full working rights in Australia
Feedlot experience (desirable)
Own horse/s (desirable)
Cattle handling skills (desirable)
Good understanding of cattle behaviour (desirable)
We offer a competitive salary that appreciates your skill
A supportive community that’s like family
A stable, well-established company as your career backdrop
Work with state-of-the-art equipment in a supportive team environment
Roster: 10 days on, 4 days off
If you're a cattle enthusiast with a passion for animal welfare and strong horsemanship skills, we want to hear from you! Join us and become a key player in our commitment to producing high-quality beef with care and excellence.
Apply online below with your resume and cover letter.
PLEASE NOTE :
Applications without required skills and experience listed in the ad will not be considered.
A family-owned Australian beef company, Stanbroke is a vertically integrated producer dedicated to delivering the finest quality beef to customers across Australia and more than 40 countries worldwide.
From our seven cattle stations across northern Queensland to two major feedlot operations — Bottle Tree (Chinchilla, QLD) and Rangers (Glen Innes, NSW) — and our state-of-the-art processing facility in the Lockyer Valley, we manage every step of the beef supply chain. This end-to-end control means we can ensure consistent quality, welfare standards, and traceability at every stage of the supply chain.
Stanbroke is always seeking motivated, enthusiastic people who have a great work ethic and embrace teamwork. We value honesty, responsibility, and respect throughout the workplace, and look for people who are prepared to challenge themselves to make a difference. Stanbroke has a range of job opportunities across all areas of our business — from station and feedlot operations to processing, food solutions, and head office roles.
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