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.

 

Strategically located on the Liverpool Plains of NSW, one hour west of Tamworth, JBS Australia’s Caroona Feedlot employs approximately 35 people and includes a dryland and irrigation farming operation. With a licensed capacity of 28,000 head, access to an extensive network of quality cattle and ideally placed between the Riverina & Beef City plants, Caroona is a vital asset in the supply of grain fed cattle for both the JBS Queensland and New South Wales based processing facilities. The farm supplies the grain, silage and hay required for the cattle in the feedlot.

 

Why work for JBS Australia?

·       Attractive weekly Regional Allowance

·       Horse Care Allowance

·       Flexible work rosters

·       Ongoing supply of quality feed, farrier services, wormers and Hendra vaccinations

·       Agistment provided, stable and paddock facilities

·       Certificate III in Feedlot Operations: nationally recognised qualification for eligible employees. Learn on the job, no cost to you!

·       Uniform & PPE provided, including wet weather gear

·       Retail discounts with national partners

·       Health insurance discounts on Bupa Health and Medibank Private

·       Ongoing training and career development opportunities

 

About the Role

JBS Australia’s Caroona Feedlot are currently seeking a reliable Pen Rider Leading Hand to join our Animal Health team on a full-time basis. We are looking for passionate horse riders and cattle handlers who are skilled in, or wish to further develop their horsemanship, cattle handling, livestock diagnosis and treatment skills. Working as a team leader, you will be responsible for cattle health and wellbeing across the feedlot. Successful applicants will be a part of an industry leading team that is determined and efficient. Reporting to the Livestock Forepersons and Supervisor, the Leading Hand is an integral part of the Livestock team and will require someone who can follow procedures, problem solve quickly and communicate effectively.

 

Your key responsibilities will include:

·       Assisting and supporting the Livestock Forepersons with the implementation of JBS Australia policies and procedures, including workplace health and safety and quality assurance

·       Managing staff and maintaining a high level of staff training

·       Daily livestock handling including pen riding and stock movements

·       Diagnosis of animal health symptoms

·       Administration of animal health treatments

·       Data input and maintenance of animal treatments and stock movements

·       Upholding cattle hygiene

 

About You

·       Strong leadership skills

·       High attention to detail

·       Intermediate to advanced computer skills

·       An understanding of cattle and low stress stock handling

·       Experience working as part of a team

·       Dedication and drive

 

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