Livestock Agent – Drafting, Auctioneering & Sales Growth

AWN; Wagga Wagga; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

AWN Rural in Wagga Wagga is seeking an experienced Livestock Agent to join our team. You will draft and pen sheep and cattle for sale and work with our lead auctioneer to sharpen selling skills.

You’ll call on existing clients, canvass for new business and support the growth of AWN’s livestock services in the region. You should be highly motivated with strong communication, a sound knowledge of Australian agriculture, and the ability to work autonomously or as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Experience drafting and penning sheep and cattle for sale.
• Experience in auctioneering and desire to develop the skill.
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build relationships with livestock producers and purchasers.
• Ability to work autonomously or as part of a team.
• Sound computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Be heavily involved in day-to-day sale yard operations, providing excellent service to livestock clients.
• Draft and pen sheep and cattle for sale.
• Assist with auctioneering and develop selling skills.
• Build relationships with key livestock producers and purchasers in the region.
• Support other AWN Livestock Agents as required.

Skills

Drafting & penning

Auctioneering

Communication

Relationship building

Autonomy

Teamwork

Computer skills

Sale yard operations

Job description

AWN Rural in Wagga Wagga is seeking an experienced Livestock Agent to join our team. You will draft and pen sheep and cattle for sale and work with our lead auctioneer to sharpen selling skills.

You’ll call on existing clients, canvass for new business and support the growth of AWN’s livestock services in the region. You should be highly motivated with strong communication, a sound knowledge of Australian agriculture, and the ability to work autonomously or as part of a team.