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About Us
JBS Australia is the largest and most respected meat and food producer in Australia. We have a strong portfolio of leading and renowned beef, lamb, pork, salmon and value-added branded products, such as AMH, Swift, Primo, Murray Valley and Huon.
The JBS Beef City Feedlot is part of the integrated Beef City facility consisting of farming, feedlot and processing operations. The cattle are walked from the feedlot to the plant, minimising stress and transportation costs, while simultaneously improving eating quality.
Ideally located in the prime grain and cattle producing region of the Darling Downs, 35km west of Toowoomba, the 26,500 head capacity feedlot has a strong reputation for producing high quality grain fed beef for key domestic and international customers, and employs approximately 50 team members.
About the Role
The JBS Beef City Feedlot is currently recruiting passionate Pen Riders and Cattle Handlers to join our hard-working team.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Daily livestock handling including pen riding and stock movements
Diagnosis of animal health symptoms
Administration of animal health treatments
Maintaining accurate records of animal treatments and stock movements
Maintaining compliance with JBS Australia policies, including but not limited to: WHS, HR, QA, Animal Welfare & Environmental obligations
About You
Proven horsemanship skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skill
Strong organizational and time management skills
Strong commitment to animal welfare, health and nutrition
Demonstrated ability to work well within a team environment
Ability and willingness to learn new skills
You will also have access to a minimum of two suitable horses and own tack/saddlery, including horse transport.
All horses must be vaccinated for Hendra virus prior to entry at all JBS sites. Proof of vaccination details will be required prior to offer/commencement of employment.
Why work for JBS?
An attractive weekly Regional Allowance in addition to above award wages
Excellent Horse Care Allowance package with feed and agistment provided
Stables and paddock facilities, ongoing farrier services, horse feed and vaccinations provided
Interested? Apply Now!
To apply for this job please visit careers.jbssa.com.au.