Stockperson
Job No:
ELDERS209524
Location:
Quirindi, NSW
Nurture. Grow. Thrive.
Accepting a role with Elders means you will be joining a team ready to support and grow your career. Be part of a culture that has been in the making for more than 180 years, a culture so strong it is almost tangible. Much like the farmers and communities we work with, you will experience, passion, dedication and resilience across all parts of the business. With such an iconic, essential business in the Australian landscape we are confident that you too will be proud to grow your career at Elders and wear the pink shirt.
About the role
We are looking for a Stockperson to join the Killara Feedlot on a permanent, full time basis.
As a Stockperson you will have a varying day including daily maintenance and care of all livestock which includes animal health and water supply to ensure the health and hygiene of cattle. In addition, as Stockperson is also responsible for the arrival, processing and exiting of livestock to Killara Feedlot.
Responsibilities
- Daily observation, health management (including Treatment) of Livestock to ensure animal wellbeing
- Pen Riding and Horse Husbandry
- Stable Maintenance
- Cleaning and maintenance of stock water supplies
- Manual handling of animals in the feedlot
- Timely and effective receival of cattle (induction), including: vaccinating, ear tagging, drenching in accordance with relevant protocols and instructions
- Exiting cattle including diligence of animal types, completion of appropriate documentation and record keeping, weighing, scanning and drafting
About you
- A strong commitment to animal health
- Excellent horsemanship and riding capabilities
- Can provide at least 1 x Horse, maximum of 2
- Commitment to safety and zero harm policy
- Proven problem-solving ability and attention to detail
- An understanding of animal nutrition and previous feedlot experience would be highly regarded
- Team player
- Reliable and highly motivated
- Ability to work autonomously and follow direction
About Elders
Elders is proud to be the last Australian-listed major agribusiness. The most trusted agribusiness brand in Australia. We’re part of the landscape, part of the local communities, part of Australia’s history and we are entrenched in Australian agriculture.
The brand is more than a company, more than a logo - it’s part of Australia. And, with an authentic drive to create a sustainable future for farming and the farmers of Australia, Elders is... for Australian agriculture.
We are now looking for the next generation to be part of something big and drive the future of Elders.
If you are ready to grow your career with Elders, please click on 'Apply' today.
For more information contact HR.Killara@elders.com.au or visit our careers page.
Please note, applications may be shortlisted as they are received.
At Elders, we strive to create a safe environment where everyone can thrive. We aspire to do this by recognising talent, promoting inclusion and celebrating diversity. No matter how you identify, we encourage talented people from all backgrounds, abilities and identities to apply for roles at Elders.
We will accept applications from all people with the right to live and work in Australia
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