The Employer: Rockwell Livestock is a progressive, family-owned and operated business located near Merriwa, NSW. The operation is professionally supported by long-standing relationships with dedicated consultants, ensuring peak animal performance. The owners value an open, positive, and long-term working relationship, fostering a supportive environment where employees are encouraged to learn and develop leadership capabilities . As a business that prides itself on presentation and precision, they maintain high-quality infrastructure and equipment, ensuring a safe and efficient workplace for their small, dedicated team. This position offers a unique blend of hands-on livestock work and high-level operational responsibility within an intensive 2000-acre mixed farming system. Your primary focus will involve the daily management of the accredited feedlot, where monitoring animal health, welfare, and performance is critical. You will be responsible for mixing rations, administering medications, and maintaining daily records. Beyond the feedlot, you will assist in broadacre cropping and pasture operations as well as essential machinery and farm maintenance, including fencing and stock water systems. Working alongside the owners, you will ensure the performance of 200 Angus cows and 400 backgrounders meets the high standards required for long-term supply contracts. Mustering of livestock is with side-by-sides or quad bikes and no dogs. The Offer Offering a permanent, full-time position and a competitive salary, reflective of expertise, with ongoing reward for performance, self-initiative and loyalty. The package includes a brand-new, fully furnished, cosy cottage, including power, water, and WiFi. Located just 20km from the heart of Merriwa, you will be part of a well-serviced rural community. The town features essential amenities and services. The area is known for its strong community spirit, highlighted by the annual Festival of the Fleeces, local show, rodeo, and campdraft events. The Ideal Candidate The successful applicant will be a motivated and trustworthy individual who takes genuine pride in maintaining the property and the health of the livestock. Reliability: Honest, enthusiastic, and capable of working independently or within a small team. Requirements: Previous livestock/feedlot experience paired with an openness to learn and a positive, can-do attitude. Maintenance Skills: Competent in general machinery and farm maintenance, including welding, machinery operation and water management. Technical Proficiency: Experience in data recording when working with livestock. Attention to Detail: Sharp focus on following feedlot protocols and monitoring animal welfare. Register your interest If you feel that you're the right fit for this position, or looking to progress your career further into a senior role, 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 136or email annie@droverag.com.au
