Brief Description
Lead Feedlot Operations | Champion Animal Welfare | Drive Growth in York WA
About Us
V&V; Walsh is part of theCraig Mostyn Group, a leading Australian food and agribusiness with over 100 years of operation across Western Australia, Victoria, and Tasmania.
Our business produces premium quality pork, beef, lamb, abalone, protein meal, and tallow for both domestic and international markets.
At the Craig Mostyn Group, our purpose is to create a sense of belonging where our people can grow and develop, while we continue to deliver high-quality and ethically produced food for generations to come.
Our values are embedded in everything we do, with our family of over 1,400 employees living these values every day.
This role is based at our privately owned lamb feedlot located inYork, WA.
Our Values
INTEGRITY– We do what's right, even when no one is watching
COLLABORATION– We work together to achieve the best outcomes
ACCOUNTABILITY– We take ownership of our work and results
CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT– We look for better ways to operate every day
About The Role
We are seeking an experienced and motivatedLamb Feedlot Operations Managerto join our team at our privately owned feedlot inYork, WA.
This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the feedlot and ensuring safe, smooth, and effective performance across livestock management, feed coordination, compliance, and team leadership.
The role requires strong practical experience in sheep handling, a high level of attention to detail, and the ability to maintain excellent standards in animal welfare, operational processes, and workplace safety.
You will also contribute valuable operational insight to future expansion and growth initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee the daily running of the feedlot, ensuring safe and efficient operations




Manage sheep handling and movement, including receiving, induction, processing, drafting, and dispatch
Coordinate daily feed preparation and delivery, including management of pellet deliveries and supplier arrangements
Monitor lamb and sheep health and welfare, including identifying issues early and coordinating treatment where required
Maintain accurate records for livestock intake, performance, treatments, and dispatch
Ensure compliance with animal welfare standards, feedlot protocols, and farm administration requirements
Oversee feedlot equipment, systems, and infrastructure to ensure they are maintained and operational
Support future expansion projects by providing practical operational input into upgrades and growth plans
Lead, mentor, and support staff, fostering a positive, accountable, and safety-focused team culture
Skills & Experience
Minimum 3–5 years' practical feedlot experience
Strong hands-on experience in sheep handling and understanding of livestock behaviour
Demonstrated capability in feed preparation, feedlot machinery, and feedlot systems
Sound knowledge of animal health, nutrition, and welfare best practice
Strong record-keeping and organisational skills
Ability to work independently, solve problems, and take initiative
Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to guide and support a team
A genuine passion for livestock, operational excellence, and continuous improvement
A current valid driver's licence
Why Join Us
Key leadership role within a growing regional agribusiness
Opportunity to make a direct impact on operational performance and animal welfare outcomes
Be part of a business with future growth and expansion plans
Work in a practical, hands-on environment where your experience and ideas are valued
Enjoy the lifestyle and community benefits of living and working in regional Western Australia
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