Feedmill Hand | Koojan Downs Feedlot

Harvest Road Group; Shire Of Moora; On-site; AUD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Harvest Road Group, a leading Western Australia agri-food company, operates Koojan Downs Feedlot near Moora to support Harvey Beef and Leeuwin Coast brands. We seek reliable Feedmill Hands to maintain accurate, timely feeding of cattle on a 10:4 roster within WA’s largest feeding facility.

You will drive feed trucks, operate loaders and perform routine checks, ensuring livestock welfare and high quality feed production. The role requires safety focus, initiative and the ability to work weekends.

Qualifications

• Current manual driver’s licence and own transport.
• Flexibility to work weekends and variable shifts.
• Physically fit to meet role requirements.
• Pass a National Police Clearance and pre-employment medical.

Responsibilities

• Drive/operate feed trucks and mixer bins to load and deliver feed.
• Operate front end loaders, telehandlers and tractors with attachments.
• Perform safety and maintenance checks before and after operations.
• Record issues and report to management for action.
• Maintain facility hygiene and oversee feeding operations for efficiency.
• Assist sampling and testing to ensure product quality.

Skills

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Manual handling

Problem-solving

Initiative

Job description

Feedmill Hand | Koojan Downs Feedlot# Careers## Feedmill Hand | Koojan Downs FeedlotApply: Full time: Posted 18 Days Ago: JR101261With six generations of agricultural heritage and a commitment to sustainability through evidence-based practices, **Harvest Road Group** is proud to produce some of Australia's highest quality food products. We are passionate about delivering premium agricultural food that reflects the best our country has to offer. Today, Harvest Road encompasses the iconic **Harvey Beef** and **Leeuwin Coast** brands, supplying a range of exceptional food products to domestic and international markets. Our business is built on innovation, integrity, and a deep connection to the land, and we are committed to continuous improvement in everything we do – from paddock to plate. **Want a role where your work truly matters every single day?** **We’re on the lookout for reliable, hands-on Feedmill Hands to join our feedlot team. This isn’t just another job — you’ll be at the heart of our operation, making sure livestock are fed accurately, efficiently, and on time.****The** **Opportunity:**We are currently seeking **permanent, full-time** enthusiastic and energetic **Feedmill** **Hands** to support in the production and distribution of sustainable stock feed across the feeding facility including the operating of feed trucks to complete daily feeding of cattle. Working on a **10:4 permanent roster**, you will be a part of a team to operate the feeding facility **near Moora, WA**. This is WA’s largest feeding facility and is designed to supply Harvest Road’s processing facility, Harvey Beef. **\\*\\*Please note this is a permanent position, those on short term/working holiday visas will not be considered.\\*\\*** **Key responsibilities include:*** Driving/operating feed trucks and mixer bins to load feed, mix and deliver.* Operating front end loaders, telehandlers and tractors with attachments.* Perform safety and maintenance checks on machinery before and after operations and recording and reporting of any issues.* General machinery and feedlot maintenance.* Always demonstrate commitment to safe working practices and animal welfare.* Follow industry best practice to minimise risk to the health of livestock.* Conduct sampling and testing of commodities to ensure products consistently meet established quality and specification requirements. Review and assess test results, identify any non-conformances to manager.* Coordinate with management to ensure mill and feeding operations are run efficiently to optimise feed intake, maximise production and minimise operating costs.* Ensure facility hygiene and maintenance programs to maximise efficiency.* Operating the mill to maintain a high level of quality control in accordance with quality management standards implemented by the company.**Our ideal candidate will have:*** A current manual driver’s licence and own transport.* Strong focus on safety, animal welfare and bio-security standards.* Initiative and problem-solving skills.* Flexibility in working hours, including weekend work.* Physically fit to meet the inherent requirements of the role, including manual handling tasks.* Strong attention to detail and accuracy in recording data.* Moderate computer skills.* Ability to carry out instructions.* Candidates will be required to Pass a National Police Clearance and pre-employment medical assessment. The role will require a suitable level of fitness to carry out the duties. **What Harvest Road Offers:*** **Lifestyle:** Escape the hustle and bustle of city life, and immerse yourself in a peaceful, remote environment.* **Accommodation:** Accommodation located nearby, providing you with a comfortable and convenient living space.* **Community:** Be a part of a friendly, close-knit community, where support is always at hand.* **Work-Life Balance:** Experience a balanced lifestyle, where work and leisure coexist harmoniously.* **Competitive Remuneration:** Industry standards are our baseline. We take into account your individual experience and skills to ensure you are being rewarded fairly for what you bring to the role. Please follow the ‘**Apply**’ button to submit your application to join one of Western Australia’s largest agri-food businesses. **Applicants should present with a cover letter and current resume.****About Koojan Downs Feeding Facility:****Koojan Downs feeding facility** is located 25kms from Moora and 160kms north of Perth. Koojan Downs is part of the integrated beef supply chain for Harvest Road. This integrated beef supply chain ranges from north to southwest of Western Australia and is based on best-practice ecological planning and animal welfare management. We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to having a workforce that reflects the community in which we live and work. We encourage Indigenous Australians, people with a disability and people of all ages, culturally diverse backgrounds, gender identity and sexual orientation to apply.