Livestock Hands, MILES QLD

AusAG Rural; Miles; Hybrid; AUD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Training opportunities

Career progression

Roster: 10 on / 4 off

Job summary

AusAG Rural in Miles, QLD is seeking motivated livestock handlers to join a large feedlot operation. The role offers hands-on cattle handling, daily pen riding, and opportunities for career progression within a growing rural business.

Selected candidates should have strong horsemanship, cattle experience and a valid driver’s licence. Accommodation is provided in Miles, with a 10 on/4 off roster and ongoing training and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Experience in low-stress cattle handling.
• Debe in-depth horsemanship and livestock handling.
• Possession of a current driver’s licence and reliable transport.
• Willingness to learn and maintain a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Conduct low-stress cattle handling and daily pen riding.
• Monitor livestock health and assist with animal treatments as required.
• Assist with cattle induction, drafting and movements across the facility.
• Work with a hands-on livestock team to maintain welfare and operational standards.

Skills

Livestock handling

Horsemanship

Teamwork

Cattle monitoring

Job description

24 August 2026 | AUSAG RURAL 2026 Station Jobs, AUSAG RURAL Livestock Jobs, JOBS in Queensland

Build your livestock career with an industry-leading feedlot offering training, leadership pathways and a 10/4 roster near Miles, QLD.

• Work within a newly expanded, industry-leading 35,000 head feedlot operation with genuine career progression opportunities.
• Hands-on role including low stress cattle handling, pen riding, livestock monitoring and cattle movements.
• 10 on / 4 off roster, accommodation provided in Miles and ongoing training & development opportunities.

Our client is a well-established, family-owned agribusiness operating a large integrated enterprise across feedlotting, backgrounding, logistics and farming. With a strong reputation in the industry and a commitment to sustainable and ethical livestock practices, they continue to invest heavily in both their people and facilities.
Located approximately 18km from Miles and 25km from Condamine, this role offers the opportunity to work in a supportive rural team environment while being part of a modern and growing operation.
This role would suit motivated livestock handlers or pen riders who enjoy working in a team-focused environment and are looking to further develop their career within the feedlot sector. Immediate and upcoming starts available.
Key Responsibilities & Duties:

• Conduct low stress cattle handling and daily pen riding activities.
• Monitor livestock health and assist with animal treatments as required.
• Assist with cattle induction, drafting and livestock movements throughout the facility.
• Work collaboratively within a hands-on livestock team to maintain animal welfare and operational standards.

Selection Criteria:

• Strong horsemanship and livestock handling experience.
• Ability to supply 2 working horses with current Hendra vaccination.
• Current driver's licence and reliable transport.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic and willingness to learn.

Additional Particulars:

• 10 days on / 4 days off roster.
• Single accommodation provided in Miles.
• Training tickets and career development opportunities available.
• Clear pathway into leadership roles within the business.
• Supportive and team-oriented workplace culture.
• Remuneration negotiable based on experience.
• Applications will be considered as they are received.
• Please note that our client does not offer visa sponsorship for this position and are unable to accept applications from candidates currently on a Working Holiday visa in Australia.