Opportunity
Whyalla Beef currently has opportunities available for Livestock Team Members and Pen Riders to join our team at our large commercial feedlot located approximately 25km from Texas in southern Queensland. Following our recent expansion, the site now has a capacity of 75,000 head, making it one of Australia's largest commercial feedlots.
This is a practical outdoor role suited to people who enjoy working with cattle and being part of a hardworking supportive team. Positions may involve pen riding and/or livestock duties, depending on experience and skills.
Key Responsibilities
* Pen riding and daily monitoring of cattle health and welfare (rider roles)
* Assisting with inducting, drafting, moving and dispatching cattle
* Supporting the daily care and management of livestock
* Handling cattle using low-stress livestock handling principles
* Administering treatments and reporting animal health concerns
What skills are we looking for?
* Strong work ethic with good communication skills
* Reliable and able to work as part of a team
* Experience riding horses essential for Pen Rider positions
* Work a 10 days on / 4 days off roster
* Willingness to learn and work in a practical outdoor environment
* Previous cattle or livestock experience advantageous
Why choose us?
* Accommodation and meals available
* Great team environment
* $200 fortnightly attendance bonus just for showing up to work on time
* Opportunity to gain hands‐on experience in one of Australia's largest feedlots
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