Agency and Position
Agency: Western Australian Meat Industry Authority – Muchea WA
Job Type: Full time, Permanent
Posted: 12 days ago, from Western Australia Government
Closing Date: ************:00 PM (AWST)
Equal Opportunity Statement
Western Australian Meat Industry Authority is an equal opportunity employer and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and persons from culturally diverse backgrounds to apply.
Job Description
The position is responsible for carrying out specialist saleyard and maintenance duties with limited supervision, contributing to the safety and operational efficiency of the Muchea Livestock Centre.
Drawing on their experience and skills gained within the agricultural sector, the role involves routine facility upkeep, equipment maintenance, handling livestock and supporting site operations, whilst ensuring all standard operating procedures are followed.
Selection Criteria
Essential Selection Criteria
Substantial demonstrated experience in the effective and safe use and maintenance of mobile and plant equipment in stockyards or similar environments.
Substantial demonstrated experience in low stress livestock handling and application of Animal Welfare Regulations.
Demonstrated experience in effective inter and intra-team communication, working co-operatively in and across groups and training other staff.
Demonstrated experience in the effective use of initiative and problem-solving skills to achieve safe outcomes for all groups across the organisation.
The ability to work semi-autonomously, effectively manage deadlines and competing priorities.
Category A, B, C or E firearm license and machinery licenses or qualifications (e.g. Forklift, HR, Skid Steer, Loader)
Desirable Selection Criteria
Experience in livestock saleyards or similar environments.
Appointment Pre-requisites
Evidence of eligibility to work in Australia.
Completion of a 100 Point Identification Check.
Successful Criminal Record Screening Clearance.
Successful Pre-Employment Medical Clearance.
Successful confirmation/participation in Q-Fever Vaccination Program.
Provide training certificates and applicable licenses.
Current Driver's License.
Application Instructions
A detailed resume that clearly outlines your prior working history, skills and experience.
A written statement (maximum three (3) pages) in a STAR Format (situation, task, action, result) that addresses Essential Selection Criteria 1, 3 and 5.
Documents should be saved in .doc or .pdf format – applications in other formats that cannot be opened will not be assessed.
If you have any questions regarding this position, please call ************* and ask for Adam Robertson, Operations Manager.
The closing date is Thursday 11 December ********:00 PM (AWST).
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