Experienced Livestock Hand (Sheep)

About the role

A family-owned sheep and feedlot enterprise near Arthur River in Western Australia's Great Southern region is looking for an experienced livestock person. It is not a management role, but it suits someone confident with sheep, able to think for themselves and get on with the job. Most of the time is spent across the sheep and feedlot enterprises, with duties ranging from mustering and yard work to feeding operations, fencing and general farm maintenance.

Key responsibilities

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

Required profile

• Minimum two years of practical sheep experience
• Confident livestock handler with yard work and mustering experience
• Manual driver's licence
• Self-motivated, reliable and comfortable working independently
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Keen to join a family farming operation
• Visa holders on a Working Holiday Visa or needing sponsorship should not apply

Required skills

• Basic mechanical skills
• Able to operate tractors and farm equipment

What we offer

• Salary of $85,000-$100,000 depending on experience
• Accommodation included, with electricity and gas
• Long-term opportunity in a supportive family farming environment
• Flexible start date and potential opportunities for partners locally
• Weekly staff meetings, good mobile phone coverage and amenities nearby