The Role Our clients are a dynamic and very progressive young farming family who have taken immense pride in developing a 20,000-head lamb feedlot over the last five years. With clear business goals in mind, they are now inviting both junior and senior feedlot hands to join their growing team. These positions will support the management in maintaining excellent control of all operations related to fattening lambs and driving the business to continue their high-quality operation and move to the next level. In these roles, team members will initially work alongside the Feedlot manager, gaining hands-on experience in all aspects of the operation. The successful candidates will have the opportunity to contribute to a thriving operation where innovative ideas are welcomed. You will be encouraged to take on greater responsibilities, which may include oversight of some of the daily operations and mentoring junior staff. Responsibilities will include various tasks such as drafting, drenching, and vaccinating, as well a stock movements, animal health and other various tasks. Hands-on participation is key, and all team members will assist with essential tasks like feeding and fencing when needed. The ability to communicate effectively and work harmoniously within the existing team is crucial, as are attributes like punctuality, tidiness, and professionalism and communication and key principles to their business. The feedlot boasts meticulously planned infrastructure, including a Tepari 5-way auto drafter and sheep lifters/immobiliser, along with undercover processing areas, a new shearing shed, feedlot office, staff bathroom, and kitchen. Technology plays a significant role in operations and Excel spreadsheets used for recording rations, vaccinations, growth rates, and medications. Extensive underground drainage and water reticulation systems have been installed to minimise water pooling during trough cleaning. The feedlot utilises a laneway system to facilitate easy movement of lambs between pens, with 4-wheel motorbikes as the primary mode of transport with the support of dogs. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking business and be part of an ambitious vision for the future of the feedlot operation. The Employer : Having moved on to establishing their own business from the ground up 10 years ago, they have grown their business to now cropping 4,300 acres while building the feedlot from a green field site to the current capacity of 20,000 lambs. With goals of expanding, it again significantly into the future, our clients work collaboratively with high-quality staff, openly communicating and sharing all business plans with their team. Breaking the conventional standards of agricultural employers, they seek to understand each individual person's aspirations and goals and, where possible, support and provide you with opportunities to meet and exceed these. They aim to provide a family-friendly and long-term work environment that provides opportunities for progressive thought and development. Teamwork is an integral underpinning value along with honesty, harmony in the workplace, punctuality, and communication. The Offer Your prospective employers recognise the effort their staff put in and will negotiate a quality salary/wage reflective of current skills and abilities. Depending on which community you would like to settle in, a suitable accommodation package for families is available in nearby farmhouse only a few km away. The feedlot is closely located to Gymbowen, approximately 15 minutes from Goroke, which is a small and welcoming town that has basic supplies and amenities, including a Kindergarten, Prep to Year 12 school, grocery store, 24-hour fuel and a pub. The larger centre of Horsham is approximately 45 minute’s drive from the Feedlot and provides a wide variety of services and partner employment opportunities. The Ideal Candidate Motivated and energetic candidates who have the following attributes are encouraged to apply: Own working dogs (preferable) Sheep experience (preferable) Machinery operation (not essential) Keen attention to detail (must) Exceptional communication and organisational skills Vibrant and energetic demeanour Trustworthy, passionate and Honest Ability to work happily in a team and individually Strive to constantly improve yourself and the business 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 2 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 Bec on 0455 215 976 or email bec@droverag.com.au
