Press Tab to Move to Skip to Content LinkSelect how often (in days) to receive an alert: Create AlertDate: 28 Aug 2025Location:Ballarat, VIC, AU, 3350Go Further with your career at Nutrien Ag SolutionsCompetitive salary package Robust learning & development programSuccessful candidates to start in January 2026If you want a career that makes a difference, then come work with us at Nutrien where your purpose for coming to work every day is real and impactful - Going Further for Australian Farmers.About the program:Based at our Ballarat branch, our Nutrien Ag Solutions 2026 Livestock Career Development program will provide the skills and training you need to be a future leader or technical expert within the Livestock Industry.
The program is designed for top talent to gain valuable experience in all aspects of the Livestock activity while completing an in-house Certificate in Livestock Marketing.During the 24-month program (roles are all permanent), all Livestock Trainees will be involved in four leadership and skill-building workshops, receive on the ground training, and have mentors assigned to you to provide ongoing support.
As a part of our Livestock Career Development Program, you'll have the opportunity to work in both saleyard and branch environments, being mentored and guided by our experienced livestock employees and leaders, learning effective selling and relationship building techniques.What to expect?
Accelerated learning opportunities to kick start your career within LivestockProfessional networking opportunities to allow you to socialize with your peers and leaders across the businessPlacement mobility once the 24-month program concludes.
You may be required to or have the opportunity to move locations all part of ensuring you get the most out of your experience with usBusiness skills - compliance, sales and client relationship building, communication, marketing and social media, understanding finance, problem solving and negotiation and leading and managing a team.Livestock skills - next generation stock and station agency skills, livestock productivity, animal health and nutrition, Auctions Plus, auctioneering, wool technical and market requirements and emerging technology.Who we're looking for?
To be considered for the 2026 Livestock Career Development Program you will have a strong desire to learn and succeed in the Livestock industry, excellent customer service skills and strong negotiation abilities.In addition, you will demonstrate:Successful completion of Year 12Worked successfully for a minimum of 24 months within the Agricultural industry, ideally within Livestock.Be willing to relocate at the conclusion or throughout the program.Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, or Australian permanent resident - please note that temporary VISA holders are not eligible for this program.
Be vaccinated or willing to receive the Q Fever vaccinationThe ability to work in a team environmentWillingness to learn, strong communication and problem-solving skills and leadership potential.
Genuine interest and desire to work and learn about the Livestock Industry.Successful applicants will be offered a position in November to commence the role in February 2026.Benefits ProgramWe empower our people to own their work- and it's true our employees are our competitive advantage - so we take care of our Nutrien Ag Solutions employees with our Employee Value Proposition:An attractive remuneration packageAn additional day of leave - Nutrien DayGender neutral parental leave policyA supportive, flexible, and engaging environment that will support personal/professional developmentOpportunities to support community partnerships across our networkBe a member of a company committed to feeding the futureOngoing training and development to pursue individual ambitionsPurchase Leave - purchase additional annual leave at the beginning of each calendar yearWellbeing - annual health checks & flu shots- onsite wellbeing sessions & webinarsA culture of learning
Applications must include;Copy of your CVCover letter outlining your passion for agriculture and how you relate to our company values of safety and integrity (one page)In accordance with Nutrien Ag Solutions' policies, it will be a requirement for candidate's being considered to complete a pre-employment background and medical check as part of the recruitment process for eligible roles.While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be verbally contacted, however you can expect an update regarding the outcome of your application in written form.
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