Job Description:
Not every livestock role comes with a succession plan. This one does.
An established Great Southern sheep enterprise is looking for a capable Farm Hand who can do more than just complete the daily jobs. They are looking for someone who wants to build a long-term career, take ownership, and potentially grow into a future leadership position.
The successful candidate will initially work alongside a highly experienced Livestock Manager while learning the operation, with genuine opportunities to progress as the business expands.
Good Things to Know:
- Located in WA's Excellent Southern region;
- Part of a respected family-owned livestock business;
- Property has excellent livestock infrastructure;
- Plenty of autonomy while still having support from management;
- Long-term role with genuine career progression available;
- Family-friendly accommodation available immediately;
- Schools, sporting facilities, shopping and medical services all accessible nearby.
About the Role:
- Day-to-day sheep management and livestock husbandry;
- Livestock monitoring, animal health treatments and feeding activities;
- Water checks and stock movements;
- Support shearing, crutching and other seasonal livestock operations;
- General property maintenance and farm duties;
- Basic machinery and equipment operation;
- Record keeping and livestock data collection;
- Work independently across a well-established livestock property;
- Build knowledge and responsibility toward future leadership opportunities.
About You:
- Strong livestock background;
- Sheep experience preferred, however cattle, dairy or intensive livestock experience will also be considered;
- Comfortable working independently and making decisions;
- Practical problem-solver with good initiative;
- Some mechanical aptitude would be highly regarded;
- Looking for a long-term role rather than a short-term stepping stone;
- Wants career progression and additional responsibility over time;
- Current driver's licence required.
What's on Offer:
- Permanent full-time position;
- Starting rate around $35-$42/hr depending on experience;
- Annual remuneration reviews;
- Renovated four-bedroom home plus office;
- Fenced family yard;
- Opportunity for occasional casual work for a partner (housekeeping, gardening or light farm duties);
- Genuine pathway toward 2IC and future Livestock Manager opportunities;
- Stable business focused on retaining good people for the long term.
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