At a Glance
- Tasks: Support daily operations at the livestock exchange and assist with animal care.
- Company: Join a leading agriculture organisation focused on livestock management.
- Benefits: Casual role with flexible hours, employee assistance program, and fuel discounts.
- Other info: Work in a dynamic environment with opportunities for growth and learning.
- Why this job: Get hands-on experience in agriculture while contributing to animal welfare.
- Qualifications: Experience in livestock handling is a plus; teamwork and communication skills are essential.
The predicted salary is between 19.8 - 24.2 $ per hour.
Regional Livestock Exchanges (RLX) is a leading agriculture organisation with core strengths of Infrastructure Management, stock handling and sales services. Our operations are located throughout the eastern seaboard. This role is located at the Central Victoria Livestock Exchange (CVLX) facility, located on Sunraysia Hwy, Miners Rest VIC.
About the Role:
This position is a casual position for 2 days a week. The Operations Officer provides support and assistance to the Operations Manager in the day-to-day operations of Regional Livestock Exchange or sale yard facilities.
Tasks and Responsibilities:
- Undertake feeding of livestock;
- Assist with the general cleaning and maintenance of the site including cleaning and maintenance of water troughs, truck wash and sediment trap and fence maintenance;
- Other duties as directed by the Operations Manager or Assistant Manager;
RLX is committed to providing a safe and healthy workplace for all staff, clients, and visitors to our facilities. All staff are required to contribute to and promote a continuous workplace health and safety culture.
What you will bring:
- Bobcat experience is desirable but not essential;
- Demonstrated experience in livestock handling and sale yard processes;
- Demonstrated commitment to and understanding of animal welfare and safe work practices in a sale yard environment;
- Ability to undertake manual activities and meet the physical demands of a sale yard working environment;
- Ability to take direction, follow policies and procedures and work well in a team as well as unsupervised;
- Ability to communicate effectively with a range of stakeholders including staff, customers, agents and contractors;
- Ability to co-ordinate multiple tasks simultaneously.
Access to Employee Assistance Program and 10c discount on Fuel (Diesel) at all IOR locations.
Operations Officer – Livestock Hand in Ballarat employer: Regional Livestock Exchanges
At Regional Livestock Exchanges, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and supportive work culture. Located in the heart of Yass, NSW, our team enjoys a range of benefits including professional development opportunities, a commitment to safety and compliance, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the agricultural sector. Join us to lead operations and drive growth in a dynamic environment where your contributions are valued and recognised.
Contact Details:
Regional Livestock Exchanges Recruitment Team
