Irongate Wagyu - Calf Catching Opportunity
About Us
Irongate Wagyu is the largest West Australian–owned 100% Fullblood Wagyu stud, proudly operating since 2005. We are a vertically integrated Wagyu business, taking our livestock all the way from breeding through to beef sales. As a family-owned and operated enterprise, we are committed to excellence in genetics, animal welfare, and staff development.
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The Role
Reporting to the Livestock Manager, you will work as part of our team, assisting in calf catching and calf management. Using a quad bike and calf-catching sidecar, you will be directly involved in supporting calf survivability and accurate early registration.
Key responsibilities include:
* Assisting with calf catching and marking
* Recording data into a mobile-friendly app (using your own mobile phone, or a work phone provided if required)
* Collecting DNA samples, identifying gender and dam, applying ear tags and NLIS devices, recording weights, and administering animal health treatments
* Supporting cows with calving difficulties
* Maintaining the calf-rearing facility and feeding poddy calves, including hand-raising and observation
* Participating in broader farm work such as feeding, silage production and carting, stock movements, water checks, and property maintenance as required
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Good Things to Know
* We are a vertically integrated Fullblood Wagyu operation, family owned and operated, with our cattle going right through to beef sales
* Excellent track record of long-term staff retention
* A growing and expanding business, including new value-added Wagyu products
* You will join a respected, professional team with a strong workplace culture
* We place a high priority on work health and safety
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About You
We are looking for someone reliable, practical, and motivated to be part of our team.
You will have:
* Proven experience riding a quad bike or motorbike (essential)
* Experience with cattle (highly desirable)
* Practical farm experience, including maintenance skills
* Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure
* Excellent communication skills — able to record information clearly, follow instructions accurately, and work effectively within a team
* A team-oriented approach, while also capable of working independently
* An Australian manual driver's licence and experience towing a trailer (essential)
* The ability to "read the play" and anticipate livestock needs
* Initiative, flexibility, and problem-solving ability
* Physical fitness and good health to meet the demands of the role
* Legal entitlement to work in Australia (essential)
* Willingness to use your own mobile phone for on-farm data recording (a work phone can be provided if preferred)
Please note: No accommodation is provided with this role.
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Why Join Us
* Be part of WA's largest 100% Fullblood Wagyu stud
* Family-owned, values-driven workplace with supportive team culture
* Professional, safety-conscious environment
* Long-term career opportunities in a growing business
* Competitive remuneration package offered to the right candidate
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How to Apply
If this role sounds like a good fit for you, please apply with a brief cover letter and your resume.