Livestock hand# AACo Careers## Livestock handApply: Goonoo: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 29, 2026 (29 days left to apply): JR **Who we are:**Established in 1824, Australian Agricultural Company (AACo) is one of Australia's largest integrated cattle and beef producers and is the country's oldest continuously operating company. Today, AACo owns and operates a strategic balance of stations, feedlots and farms spanning approximately 6.5 million hectares of land across Queensland and the Northern Territory. Our people manage a large-scale Wagyu herd, producing consistently high-quality branded beef distributed to over 20 countries around the world. We are fostering a culture that values safety, inclusion and opportunity, and are committed to integrating care for our people, animals and land into the way we do business - Reimagining Australian agriculture to share with the world - and we'd love you to join us. **Key Responsibilities:**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. **General Cattle Handling*** Ensure all animal handling and treatment is conducted within the guidelines of the AACo Policy on Animal Welfare* Ride a horse through all pens daily to ensure all animals stand and are in good health* Draft out any sick animals or those not eating and move to the hospital for treatment* On dispatch,



count cattle from feed pens and to dispatch pen **Induction*** Ensure livestock are inducted into the feedlot as outlined in the induction management procedures and relevant livestock work instructions* Move cattle through yards to crush for individual processing* Operate the hydraulic crush and gates* Install ear tags, administer injections, check the number of teeth and back line* Use a computer operating information collection system to record all identification, weight and treatment for all cattle inducted* Count and move cattle to feed pens using horses **General Feedlot Duties*** Carry out all general cleaning and maintenance duties at feedlot induction shed and hospital facilities* Maintaining accurate records of animal treatments and stock movements* Inventory control and stocktaking of all livestock products* Keep areas clean and tidy, removing rubbish and disposing of all waste* Grease/maintain crush and gates, clean troughs* Maintain compliance with WHS, HR, QA and Environmental standards* Maintain saddles and other tac by regular application of leather conditioner **Requirements:*** Previous experience in a similar role preferred* Skills in general cattle handling, ideal but not essential* Knowledge of cattle husbandry* Valid driver's license* Basic level horsemanship required. **Advantages*** Thrive on continuous learning and growth opportunities!* Air-conditioned accommodation and prepared meals.* Competitive remuneration & allowances **Apply Now to join the AAco Team!**We hope this overview has provided you with valuable insight into AAco . To apply for this position, please submit your application via the apply button below. If you have any questions or would like any further information, please contact us via
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📌 Livestock hand (Queensland)
🏢 AAco
📍 Queensland