The Company:
Regional Livestock Exchanges (RLX) is a leading agriculture organisation with core strengths of Infrastructure Management, stock handling and sales services, our operations are located throughout the eastern seaboard. These roles are located at the South Eastern Livestock Exchange (SELX) facility, located on Bellevale Road, Yass NSW 2582.
About the Role:
The Livestock Co-ordinator undertakes various tasks in the support of livestock sale day activities and provides support and assistance to the Business Manager in the day-to-day operations of Regional Livestock Exchange or sale yard facilities
Tasks and Responsibilities
* Coordinate the movement of livestock within the facility.
* Manage both Prime and Store cattle deliveries.
* Undertake the feeding of livestock.
* Assist in various sale day activities, including pre-sale scanning of livestock, post-sale weighing, and delivery for cattle sales. receiving, drafting and mouthing cattle.
* Sheep sale day activities including RFID management.
* Reconcile animals sold and delivered.
* Engage in general livestock handling.
* Assist with accounting and administration of sale day activities as required.
* Coordinate, organise and complete the general cleaning and maintenance of the site, with a focus on weekly cleaning of cattle and sheep facilities.
* Comply with and conduct regular animal welfare checks.
* Perform other duties as directed by the Site Manager.
What you will bring
* Demonstrated experience in livestock handling (Essential) and sale yard processes (can be taught).
* Commitment to and understanding of animal welfare and safe work practices in a sale yard environment.
* Ability to undertake manual activities and meet the physical demands of a sale yard working environment.
* Capability to take direction, follow policies and procedures, and work well in a team or unsupervised.
* Effective communication skills with various stakeholders, including staff, customers, agents, and contractors.
* Ability to coordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.
* Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
This role will work closely with the Business Manager and other team members to support the smooth operation of the yard, especially during livestock sale events.
Benefits:
* Access to Employee Assistance Program
* Free Comprehensive Life Insurance
* 10c discount on Fuel (Diesel) at all IOR locations
* 30% discount from Ringers Western
* Corporate rate with JB HI-FI
* Company Paid maternity leave
If you are enthusiastic about livestock, and thrive in a collaborative team setting, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Join us in making a positive impact on the livestock industry!
RLX is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from women and members of minority groups or to advise us if you have any accessibility requirements upon application, so we can make any adjustments required to support you throughout our recruitment process.
Please note: this role requires a Q fever vaccination or a willingness to get one.