The Employer Our employer is one of Australia’s biggest, family owned Agricultural Companies, with 3 properties located within the majestic Channel Country, the 4th being nestled amongst the Western Darling Downs region. Arrabury Pastoral Co. utilises the Channel Country properties for cattle breeding and fattening, producing high-end and export quality, grass fed cattle. As a Farm Hand, you will be required to work and reside at the 4th property, ‘Binda’, 10,000 acres of mixed farming, growing cereal and pulse crops, as well as forage crops for both silage and grazing purposes. Binda is home to a Santa Gertrudes cross herd of up to 3,000 head, an integral part of their cattle backgrounding fattening enterprise. Arrabury Pastoral Co. prides itself in creating and maintaining the best conditions for breeding and raising cattle for both domestic and export markets emphasising the utmost commitment to industry standards in welfare, safety, and security. This family-owned business prioritises a healthy work-life balance with the introduction of a weekend roster, sensible working hours and highlights workplace health and safety. This is evident through the installation of state-of-the-art hydraulic cattle handling facilities. The Role This is a full-time, hands-on role encompassing all facets of livestock and farm operations, including machinery operation and maintenance. The role offers a valuable chance for further learning and skill development, along with the potential for growing responsibilities. Skilled and knowledgeable in the areas of cropping, the Farm Hand will be involved in sowing, spraying, harvesting, feeding of livestock and operating mixing wagons, under the direction of the Manager, using modern CASE and Kuhn equipment. Due to the nature of the role, you will be required to work as part of a team or independently at times, clear and concise communication is vital to this role. In conjunction with the Manager, the Farm Hand is required to collate and record data, in regards to chemical, animal health and pasture inventory. Arrabury Pastoral Co. practices a strong workplace safety ethic while maintaining a neat and tidy work environment. The Offer An industry competitive salary, dependent upon skill level and experience, with the addition of paid overtime will be negotiated with the successful candidate. Single, modern accommodation, inclusive of electricity and a work vehicle is included in the salary package. Binda is fortunate to have excellent mobile phone coverage and satellite television reception available for all staff members. Located 38 kms South from Condamine and 32kms North of Meandarra, both towns are welcoming communities with good old-fashioned country charm, active agricultural social networks, sporting clubs such as the Condamine Cods, the local Rugby Union team, medical and grocery facilities. Brisbane and the airport are just over a 3-hour drive away, making weekend getaways or destination holidays easily accessible. The Ideal Candidate We are seeking a skilled individual with knowledge and experience regarding cropping and cattle, who has a mature approach to both work and life, and who is passionate about the agricultural industry and possesses the following: Knowledge of cattle health and animal husbandry Machinery operation including sowing, spraying, spreading and feeding General farm maintenance and capital development Machinery maintenance and general workshop duties A current driver's license Skilled working dogs would be desirable Register your interest If you feel that you’re the right fit for this position, please submit an up-to-date resume along with the contact details of 3 references. Preference will be given to those who supply a cover letter addressing their suitability - that is, tell us what you love about the role and how you think you’re the right fit. For further information, please call Annie on 0499 370 136 or email annie@droverag.com.au
