***Those on a Working Holiday Visa or requiring sponsorship need not apply**
Job Description: A well-established mixed farming enterprise in Western Australia’s Great Southern region is seeking an experienced Senior Farmhand to take the lead in day-to-day livestock operations while supporting the cropping program during busy periods. This is an excellent long-term opportunity for someone who enjoys working with sheep, takes pride in animal husbandry, and wants to be part of a small, stable team.
Good Things to Know
- Mixed farming operation cropping and self-replacing UltraWhite ewes
- Small team
- Livestock-focused role with cropping involvement during seeding and harvest
- Family-friendly accommodation available
- Located close to a Great Southern regional town
- No sponsorship available
About the Role
- Take primary responsibility for the day-to-day management of self-replacing UltraWhite ewes
- Assist with seeding and harvest operations when required
- Operate tractors and farm machinery
- Undertake general farm maintenance and repairs
- Work closely with the owners as part of a small team
About You
- Strong livestock experience and animal husbandry knowledge essential
- Confident handling sheep through all stages of production
- Good understanding of animal health and welfare
- Competent tractor operator
- Experience with fencing and general farm maintenance
- Solid time management and organisational skills
- Able to work independently and take ownership of livestock operations
- Comfortable assisting with cropping activities during peak periods
- Current C Class driver’s licence required
What’s on Offer
- Permanent position on a well-established mixed farming enterprise
- $40 per hour plus superannuation
- Average 8.5-hour days Monday to Friday
- Additional overtime and weekend work available during busy periods
- Comfortable 3×1 air-conditioned family home
- Electricity and gas provided
- Work vehicle supplied for farm use
- Opportunity to take ownership of a significant livestock enterprise while remaining involved in a broadacre cropping operation