At a Glance
- Tasks: Assist with livestock sales, handling, and care in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Join a leading agriculture organisation focused on livestock management.
- Benefits: Employee assistance program and fuel discounts available.
- Other info: Enjoy a supportive workplace culture with opportunities for growth.
- Why this job: Get hands-on experience in agriculture while working with animals you love.
- Qualifications: Experience in livestock handling and horsemanship skills required.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 $ per year.
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 in at Singleton- Livestock Exchange (HRLX).
Key tasks, duties and responsibilities:
- Assist in sale day activities including:
- Pre-sale scanning of livestock;
- Receival of, loading and unloading of livestock;
- Drafting and penning of livestock;
- Post-sale weighing and delivery;
- Counting and reconcile animals sold and delivered;
- Undertake feeding of livestock;
- Other duties as directed by the Business 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.
Job requirements:
- 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;
- Demonstrated skills in horsemanship and the ability to work livestock on horseback;
- Capable of operating feed mixer tractors and bobcat loaders;
- 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 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
