Station Hand

BSN Trading; Roma; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation options available

Training and career development

Being a valued team member

Job summary

BSN Trading in Roma, Queensland, is seeking a dedicated livestock handler to join the cattle operation. You will work with low-stress handling practices, mustering, medication administration in consultation with a Vet, and perform pen walking as needed.

The role offers an attractive remuneration package between $70,000 to $80,000, dependent on experience, with accommodation options and opportunities for training and career development within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• AQF Advance Diploma or equivalent, or at least three years of relevant Livestock experience - Low stress handling
• Experience with livestock management and care in a cattle-focused operation

Responsibilities

• Knowledge and practice of low-stress livestock handling practices
• Mustering independently and as a team
• Administering of medication to sick animals, when required, in consultation with Vet
• Safely and effectively undertake pen walking
• Operate heavy machinery as required including Front End loader, Feed Tractor, Bobcat
• General repairs and maintenance of equipment and tools
• Monitor livestock conditions and welfare
• Water management and preparation of cattle feed rations
• Record data relating to animal movements, treatments and processes
• Support management with animal health recommendations

Skills

Teamwork

Motivated

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Education

AQF Advance Diploma or equivalent

3 years livestock experience

Tools

Heavy machinery operation

Job description

BSN Trading is a family owned, progressive and innovative cattle and farming operation based in the Roma District. This is a great opportunity to be a part of a growing and modern enterprise. Situated only 24kms from Roma town, provides a unique opportunity for an enthusiastic and dedicated person to pursue their agricultural future. Above award wages apply.

As a part of the Livestock team, the core duties would be:

Responsibilities

• Knowledge and practice of low stress livestock handling practices
• Mustering independently and as a team
• Administering of medication to sick animals, when required, in consultation with Vet.
• Safely and effectively undertake pen walking.
• When necessary, operate heavy machinery as required including but not limited to Front End loader, Feed Tractor, Bobcat.
• When necessary, perform general repairs and maintenance of equipment as required including the use of grinder, welder, and other power tools
• Monitoring the conditions of livestock
• Water Management; Creation and delivering specialized cattle feed rations to specifications
• Monitoring the receiving and storage of rations
• Maintenance and operation of heavy machinery as required
• Maintenance and servicing of both machinery and fences
• General station work - fencing and water repairs
• Receival, Induction and exiting of animals to and from the Feedlot.
• Accurate recording of data capture relating to animal movements, treatment and processes.
• Responsible for monitoring animal welfare and making recommendations in relation to animal health to Management.

Qualifications and experience

• AQF Advance Diploma or equivalent, or at least three years of relevant Livestock experience - Low stress handling

Skills and Abilities

• Motivated to work both independently and in a team environment.
• Positive attitude and attention to detail
• Willingness to learn.
• Attractive remuneration package between $70,000 to $80,000, dependent on experience
• Various Accommodation options available
• Training and career development
• Being a valued team member