Livestock General Hand

Job description

JBS Australia’s Southern Division, headquartered in Melbourne, has the largest multi-species processing facility in Australia, processing beef, sheep, and goats. JBS Southern processing facilities have access to all major international markets, providing our livestock suppliers with a range of markets and brand opportunities. 8,000 acres. Your judgement. Our trust! At Yambinya Station, our cattle is across feedlot pens and open paddocks across 8,000 acres of farm. Looking after them takes more than just following instructions. It takes someone who backs themselves in the saddle and on the ground, and can confidently make the right call backed by a supportive team. Are you just as happy riding out solo as you are pulling together with a good team? Are you someone who takes pride in knowing every animal in your care is looked after properly? If that sounds like you, we'd like to meet you! Join us and embark on an exciting career where innovation meets sustainability and team work meets autonomy. Located near Burraboi in NSW. JBS Australia’s Yambinya feedlot is a premier facility that is looking to expand operations in the coming year, renowned for its Portoro Natural grain program, producing sustainable, hormone-free, GMO-free, and antibiotic-free beef. This feedlot plays a crucial role in JBS's high-end beef production, ensuring top-quality grain-fed cattle for discerning markets. What you'll be doing Daily livestock handling including stock movements, trough/pen cleaning and maintenance, induction process, and incoming/outgoing stock movements Diagnosis of animal health symptoms Administration of animal health treatments including accurate record keeping Maintaining compliance with JBS Australia Policies, including but not limited to: WHS, HR, QA, and Animal Welfare & Environmental Obligations What you bring Previous experience working with livestock Access to Suitable Horses and Tack Communication, organisational & interpersonal skills Strong commitment to animal welfare, health and nutrition Demonstrated ability to work well within a team environment Ability & willingness to learn new skills Willingness to work a 10 on / 4 off roster ( Roster may vary depending on the season/weather conditions and changes are at the discretion of the business. What we offer On-site breakfast provided RENT FREE Accommodation available House utilities are covered = water + electricity Staff discount including 50% off JBS Meats Team BBQ with Team BBQ with world class Portoro Paid Parental Leave Working Horse Allowance- paid fortnightly + food + ferrier and vet charges ** Company funded Annual Health Checks (SiSu), Flu Vaccinations & our Award-Winning EAP. On-site physio - Monthly physio and early interventionprograms for injury management Ready to ride into your next challenge? Send your resume and a short note about your stock work experience by clicking on the 'Apply' button. Tell us about the best horse you've ridden or the trickiest pen you've worked. We'd love to hear it.