Livestock Handler

Harvest Road Group; Shire Of Harvey; On-site; AUD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Employee Assistance Program

Canteen facilities

Job summary

Harvest Road Group is seeking experienced Livestock Handlers to join our Harvey, WA team. You will handle livestock with care, support animal welfare, and contribute to efficient, safe farm operations.

The role requires flexibility with hours, including weekends, and a commitment to high standards of welfare and safety. Join a collaborative team focused on quality, sustainability, and hands‑on work in a rural setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in livestock handling or related role.
• Flexibility with hours, including weekends/public holidays.
• Strong understanding of animal welfare and safety practices.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely and humanely handle livestock in line with welfare standards.
• Monitor health and welfare of stock and report issues promptly.
• Keep pens and yards clean, safe, and well-maintained.
• Collaborate with team to ensure efficient operations.
• Adhere to workplace safety and hygiene protocols.

Skills

Livestock handling

Animal welfare

Workplace safety

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

With 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.

The Opportunity

We are seeking experienced Livestock Handlers to join our dedicated team at Harvey, WA. This role offers a unique chance to work with a team committed to maintaining the highest standards of animal welfare, quality, and safety.

In this role, you’ll handle livestock with care and precision, ensuring efficient operations while adhering to industry-leading welfare practices. The position requires flexibility with working hours, including weekends, to accommodate the dynamic nature of livestock management.

If you are passionate about animal welfare, enjoy hands‑on work, and are seeking to grow your career in a supportive and collaborative environment, this is the role for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely and humanely handling livestock in line with animal welfare standards.
• Monitoring livestock health and welfare, promptly reporting any issues.
• Ensuring pens and yards are clean, safe, and well‑maintained.
• Collaborating with team members to facilitate efficient operations.
• Following all workplace safety and hygiene protocols.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will have:

• Proven experience in livestock handling or a related role.
• Flexibility with working hours, including weekends and public holidays.
• A strong understanding of animal welfare and workplace safety practices.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Physical fitness to perform hands‑on tasks in a dynamic environment.

What’s in it for you:

Based in one of the fastest growing shires in Western Australia, 140kms south of Perth, Harvey offers a relaxed lifestyle in the heart of farmlands and close to beaches:

• Career stability, empowerment, and growth
• Attractive salary package
• Your well‑being is our top priority with a high focus on staff safety and welfare.
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program
• Strong sense of camaraderie and teamwork
• Enjoy the serene ambiance of Harvey, surrounded by picturesque farmlands and close to pristine beaches, providing a peaceful escape from the hustle and bustle.
• Free parking
• Convenient canteen facilities, shop and close to town

Our organisation is dynamic and offers a challenging, interesting, and rewarding career path, providing staff with opportunities for professional development, training and career advancement.

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.