Backgrounding Livestock Hand

With six generations of agricultural heritage and a commitment to sustainability through evidence-based practices, Harvest Road Group is proud to produce some of Australia's highest quality food products. We are passionate about delivering premium agricultural food that reflects the best our country has to offer.  Today, Harvest Road encompasses the iconic Harvey Beef and Leeuwin Coast brands, supplying a range of exceptional food products to domestic and international markets. Our business is built on innovation, integrity, and a deep connection to the land, and we are committed to continuous improvement in everything we do – from paddock to plate.

Do you have strong horse-riding skills with previous experience of working in an intensive livestock handling operation?If you love to work outdoors and have a passion for animal welfare then we have the perfect opportunity for you!The Backgrounding Properties:New Norcia Farm is located next to the historic township of New Norcia.  It is a 7975ha property which has a frontage to the Moore River and is located 132km north of Perth in Western Australia.

Koojan Farm: is located 30kms from Moora, 160kms north of Perth in Western Australia and is a 10,000ha property.

The Opportunity:

We are looking for full-time permanent Backgrounding Livestock Hands to join our friendly team based at New Norcia Farm and Koojan Farm.

Please note that these positions are permanent roles so are not suitable for those on short term /working holiday visas

Within this role you will perform daily operations related to cattle husbandry, including feeding and cattle movements. Responsibilities include conducting regular paddock checks to monitor animal health and observations of grazing management. Additionally, maintaining infrastructure, such as fencing and watering systems. This position is vital for maintaining animal welfare and ensuring property operations run smoothly.

Key responsibilities include:

• Daily paddock checks.
• Carry out horse and cattle husbandry practices, fencing, machinery and general property maintenance skills.
• Mustering and cattle processing.
• Induction of livestock into backgrounding, following correct induction management procedures and relevant livestock work instructions.
• Unloading, loading, scanning, drafting and weighing of cattle.
• . All aspects of cattle and horse husbandry use low-stress stock handling techniques and prioritise animal welfare, including their handling and veterinary treatments.
• Ensuring water troughs are maintained at all times.
• Other duties as required.

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Good horse-riding skills along with basic level horsemanship.

• Previous experience of working in an intensive livestock handling operation preferred.

• Hold a current manual driver’s licence.

• Basic computer skills.

• An ability to record information and effectively communicate within the workplace.

• Basic level cattlemanship knowledge.

• Knowledge of intensive livestock production systems.

• Ability to work alone and in a team environment.

• Available to work rostered weekends.

• Hold a current manual driver’s licence.

• Strong focus on safety, animal welfare and bio-security standards.

• Physically fit to meet the inherent requirements of the role, including manual handling tasks.

What Harvest Road Offers:

• Lifestyle: Escape the hustle and bustle of city life, and immerse yourself in a peaceful, remote environment.
• Accommodation: Accommodation located nearby, providing you with a comfortable and convenient living space.
• Community: Be a part of a friendly, close-knit community, where support is always at hand.
• Work-Life Balance: Experience a balanced lifestyle, where work and leisure coexist harmoniously.
• Competitive Remuneration: Industry standards are our baseline. We take into account your individual experience and skills to ensure you are being rewarded fairly for what you bring to the role.

Join a company that is passionate about the animal welfare and the beef industry, and who fosters a supportive workplace culture where people are valued.

Please follow the ‘Apply’ button to submit your application to join one of Western Australia’s largest agri-food businesses. Applicants should present with a cover letter and current resume.

Go to https://www.harvestroad.com to learn more about our values and career opportunities.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to having a workforce that reflects the community in which we live and work. We encourage Indigenous Australians, people with a disability and people of all ages, culturally diverse backgrounds, gender identity and sexual orientation to apply.