Job Description
4d ago , from RFTTE Jobs - Ringers from the Top End
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We are currently accepting applications for a Livestock Hand for our Aronui Feedlot.
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Feedlot
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You will be working at Aronui Feedlot, 20km north of Dalby and 3 hours west of Brisbane.
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Aronui is the oldest commercial feedlot in Australia. It was established in **** and purchased by AACo in ****.
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The Feedlot is situated on a basalt ridge near Dalby in Queensland and is fortunate to draw its water supply from underground bores in the Excellent Artesian Basin.
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Hiring Now
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The main purpose of the role is to perform day to day livestock related operation, from livestock receival and induction, pen riding, hospital treatment, post‐mortems, through to preparation of cattle for dispatch to a processing facility.
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Ensure all animal handling and treatment is conducted within the guidelines of the AACo Policy on Animal Welfare
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Ride a horse through all pens daily to ensure all animals stand and are in good health
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Draft out any sick animals or those not eating and move to the hospital for treatment
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On dispatch count cattle from feed pens and to dispatch pen
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Induction
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Ensure livestock are Inducted into the feedlot as outlined in the induction management procedures and relevant livestock work instructions
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Move cattle through yards to crush for individual processing
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Operate hydraulic crush and gates
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Install ear tags, administer injections in neck of animal, band tails, check number of teeth and back line
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Use a computer operating information collection system to record all identification, weight and treatment for all cattle inducted
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Count and move cattle to feed pens using horses
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General Feedlot Duties
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Carry out all general cleaning and maintenance duties at feedlot induction shed and hospital facilities
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Maintaining accurate records of animal treatments and stock movements
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Inventory control and stocktaking of all livestock products
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Keep areas clean and tidy, removing rubbish and disposing of all waste
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Grease/maintain crush and gates, clean troughs
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Maintain compliance with WHS, HR, QA and Environmental standards
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Maintain saddles and other tac by regular application of leather conditioner
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Previous experience in a similar role preferred
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Skills in general cattle handling, ideal but not essential
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Knowledge of cattle husbandry
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Basic level horsemanship required.
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Service recognition & employee discounts with preferred suppliers
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Ongoing training and development, both on-the-job and from external providers
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Internal transfer and career opportunities
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We hope this overview has provided you with valuable insight into AAco.
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If you have any questions or would like any further information, please contact us via
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PLEASE NOTE:
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This role is a permanent position so it is NOT open to Working Holiday Visa holders or overseas applicants. No visa sponsorship.
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