1d ago , from RFTTE Jobs - Ringers from the Top EndParinga Gold Pty Ltd is a diverse family-owned feedlot, backgrounding, breeding and farming operation located one hour drive north of Emerald in Central Queensland.We have a robust customer focus and pride ourselves on offering professional feeding services.We supply beef onto Australian supermarket shelves and major export markets.
Our organisation has grown rapidly over the last 5 years and is now in a new expansion phase.We're looking for an experienced Pen Rider with experience in handling stock movements and diagnosis of animal health symptoms and administration of animal health treatments.As part of our growing feedlot crew, no two days will look the same - your work will be hands-on, varied, and rewarding.FeedlotConveniently located within half an hour of Capella and an hours drive to Emerald our expanding company comprises of feedlot, backgrounding and farming properties all within the Central Highlands of Queensland.ImmediateNoDaily livestock handling including pen riding and stock movementsDiagnosis of animal health symptomsAdministration of animal health treatmentsMaintaining accurate records of animal treatments and stock movementsContributing to other areas of the livestock team.Cattle receiving, induction,
drafting and processingAssisting with general feedlot operations as requiredHorse riding skills with a minimum of two of your own working horses (with saddlery) suitable for feedlot work are essentialCalm and Experienced Horsemanship skillsSound understanding of cattle welfare and low-stress stock handling techniques with an ability to identify sick cattle and treat cattle health issuesA good work ethicA willingness to learnGood attention to detail and accuracyA team player with a positive attitudeFlexibility and willingness to undertake other duties within the feedlotSkilled in low-stress stock handlingConfident with livestock in both yard and paddock workable and committed to long-term workPhysically fit & capable with an bility to work in the mornings and rotational weekendThis is a long-term opportunity for the right candidate.Suitable accommodation can be provided - If you bring strong livestock experience and are keen to contribute across all areas of this family - owned operation as an all-rounder, we'd love to hear from you.PLEASE NOTE :This is a permanent position and not available to Working Holiday Visa Holders (Backpackers) or overseas applicants.Applications without required skills and experience listed in the ad will not be considered.Due to the large volume of applications we receive, we will only contact shortlisted applicants.
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