Farm Hand (New South Wales)

Farm Hand (New South Wales)

08 Oct
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Newcastle Pastoral Company Management
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New South Wales

08 Oct

Newcastle Pastoral Company Management

New South Wales

Newcastle Pastoral Company Management Pty Ltd – Nerong NSWNewcastle Pastoral Company owns and manages several properties across the Tea Gardens area of New South Wales.
The business is primarily a cattle operation, running Angus cattle across multiple properties, with a focus on improving livestock performance, land management and property infrastructure.We are entering an exciting period of development, with significant upgrades underway across fencing, stockyards, water infrastructure, pastures, roads and general property improvements.The OpportunityWe are seeking a full-time, permanent Farm Hand to join our team and assist our Farm Manager across the properties.This is a practical, hands-on role suited to someone who is motivated, reliable and interested in building a career in farming.
The role is designed to be educational, providing the successful applicant with the opportunity to begin or expand their knowledge of livestock management, property maintenance, fencing, machinery operation, pasture improvement and general farming practices.The Farm Hand will work closely with the Farm Manager and wider team to support the day-to-day operation and maintenance of livestock and property across Newcastle Pastoral Company's Mid Coast NSW holdings.This role will suit someone who enjoys working outdoors, is willing to learn, and takes pride in doing practical work properly.
Previous farming experience will be looked upon favourably, but the right attitude, reliability and willingness to learn are just as important.About YouTo be successful in this role, you will have:A genuine interest in farming, livestock and rural property workA reliable, practical and can-do attitudeA willingness to learn and take direction from the Farm ManagerThe ability to work as part of a small teamGood communication skills and a respectful approach to workA strong commitment to animal welfare and safe work practicesAustralian citizenship, permanent residency or full Australian work rightsPrevious experience in farming, livestock, fencing,



machinery or general property maintenance will be well regarded, but is not essential for the right applicant.Experience in the following areas will be highly regarded:Cattle handling, mustering, yard work and general livestock careFencing repairs and new fence constructionOperating tractors, side-by-sides, loaders or other farm machineryPasture improvement, weed control and fertiliser applicationWater systems maintenance, including troughs, tanks, pipelines and pumpsGeneral rural property maintenanceWorking across multiple properties or in a small team environmentKey ResponsibilitiesThe role will include, but is not limited to:Assisting the Farm Manager with day-to-day farming operations across several propertiesSupporting Angus cattle operations, including mustering, yard work, drafting and general livestock careAssisting with feeding, checking livestock, monitoring water points and general animal welfareHelping with fencing repairs, new fence construction and property boundary maintenanceSupporting pasture improvement works, including seeding, fertilising, weed control and paddock preparationAssisting with maintenance and repair of water infrastructure, including troughs, tanks, pipelines and pumpsOperating farm vehicles and machinery under direction and in line with experienceAssisting with stockyards, laneways, roads, drains and general infrastructure upgradesCarrying out general farm and property maintenance duties as requiredLearning and developing practical farming skills under the guidance of the Farm ManagerFollowing workplace health and safety procedures and animal welfare standards at all timesWhat We OfferAttractive remuneration package, commensurate with experienceOn-farm accommodationUtilities includedLong-term, secure employment within a growing agricultural businessHands-on training and guidance from an experienced Farm ManagerA practical learning environment for someone looking to begin or expand their farming careerVaried work across livestock, fencing, machinery, pasture improvement and property maintenance
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📌 Farm Hand (New South Wales)
🏢 Newcastle Pastoral Company Management
📍 New South Wales

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