Experienced Livestock Hand (Sheep), Goldfields WA (REF 1694132)

Job Description

**Those on a Working Holiday Visa or requiring sponsorship need not apply**

Job Description:
Our client is a family-owned sheep and feedlot enterprise located near Arthur River in Western Australia’s Great Southern region.
The business is now looking to add an experienced livestock person to the team. This is not a management role, but it does require someone who can confidently work with sheep, think for themselves and get on with the job.
The successful applicant will spend most of their time working across the sheep and feedlot enterprises, with duties ranging from mustering and yard work through to feeding operations, fencing and general farm maintenance.
This opportunity would suit someone who enjoys livestock work, values a supportive family-farm environment and wants to be part of a business for the long term.

Good Things to Know:

• Family-owned and operated business;
• Located close to Wagin;
• Accommodation suitable for singles, couples or families;
• Good mobile phone coverage;
• Sporting clubs, schools, medical facilities and supermarkets nearby;
• Weekly staff meetings and strong team communication.

About the Role:

• Sheep mustering using motorbikes and dogs;
• Yard work and sheep handling;
• Feedlot operations;
• Feeding livestock using tractor and mixer wagon;
• Drafting and processing sheep;
• Fencing and maintenance work;
• General farm duties;
• Assisting with grain cleaning operations;
• Working both independently and within a small team.

About You:

• Minimum two years practical sheep experience;
• Confident livestock handler;
• Experience with yard work and mustering;
• Basic mechanical skills;
• Able to operate tractors and farm equipment;
• Manual driver’s licence;
• Self-motivated and reliable;
• Comfortable working independently;
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn;
• Keen to become part of a family farming operation.

What’s on Offer:

• $85,000-$100,000 salary depending on experience;;
• Accommodation included;
• Electricity and gas included;
• Long-term opportunity;
• Supportive family farming environment;
• Flexible start date;
• Potential opportunities for partners in the local area.