ABOUT US

Rewriting the story. Be part of the latest innovations as Mort & Co emerges at the forefront of Australian agriculture.

Mort & Co’s journey to produce the best quality Australian beef starts with a team of friendly, dynamic professionals and a culture that motivates and inspires. Pinegrove Feedlot houses the company’s shortfed and Angus programs, with an environment committed to recognition, teamwork, retention, safety, and employee development.

ABOUT THE ROLE

As a Senior Livestock Hand (Pen Rider) working in a small team, you will be exposed to a wide variety of work, whilst focussing on the following key responsibilities:

• Leading day to day activities such as pen riding, livestock movements, drafting, induction, processing and hospital treatments
• Undertaking reporting and maintaining accurate record keeping using specialist feedlot systems
• Ensure that cattle health, wellbeing, and performance are thoroughly monitored each day in an efficient manner and in accordance with company protocols and procedures
• Ensure all livestock operations are performed safely and in accordance with company workplace health and safety requirements, policy, procedure, compliance, and regulatory requirements
• General maintenance of all feedlot sites and facilities

ABOUT YOU

To be successful in this role you will have a strong background in cattle handling and horsemanship experience. You will also bring

• Demonstrated ability in the application of and to teach others in cattle handling principles.
• Demonstrated ability to handle and/or provide advice on difficult cattle.
• Knowledge and understanding of treatment programs and ability to administer the treatments.
• Demonstrated communication, both written and verbal.
• Ability to build effective relationships with the team and with key stakeholders.

WHY WORK WITH US ?

• We care about your wellbeing, and offer a roster that supports a healthy lifestyle
• Mort & Co Employee Discounts (Meat, Fuel and Health Insurance)
• Above award wages and competitive hourly rates – talk to us to learn more
• Grow Your Career in Agriculture at Mort & Co with ongoing Training and Development such as horsemanship

OTHER INFORMATION TO KNOW

To be considered for this role you will need to be able to provide at least two horses (up to seven). Mort & Co supports employees with the care of horses including the payment of a horse allowance, the provision of feed for horses in work, farrier services, support with vaccinations and individual paddock’s and stables.

If this sounds like your next career opportunity, please apply now!