Livestock Hand
Our mission is to feed families globally, through premium quality products, exceptional service and sustainable practices.
About the business
Thomas Foods International Feedlot is a key operation in growing, supplying, and distributing premium meat to the world and forms part of the agricultural division of Thomas Foods International, one of Australia’s largest family-owned businesses since 1988.
The Feedlot with a 27,000 standard cattle unit capacity is located in Tintinara, South Australia, and is a key partner of the new Murray Bridge Processing Plant.
About the roles
The Livestock Hands - Pen Riders are responsible for maintaining the health, welfare, and overall care of livestock, in strict adherence to both internal guidelines and external regulations.
Duties of pen riders include and will require you to have some experience in:
Horse-based and general livestock husbandry tasks;
Monitoring cattle health on horseback;
Drafting and moving cattle on horseback;
Administration of animal health products;
Receiving, drafting, processing, and moving of cattle daily;
Must have a current drivers licence.
Pen Riders will ideally supply 2 suitable working horses and tack to be considered for the position which attracts a generous fortnightly horse allowance along with shoeing, feed, vaccinations, regular horsemanship training and individual paddocks for your horses.
Thomas Foods International places an emphasis on developing employees by utilising recognised internal and external training. The successful applicant will have significant opportunities for both as they progress their career with the business.
As a valued member of our team, we offer progressive career opportunities in a supportive team environment. This position provides a guaranteed 38 hours a week with opportunities for overtime on a 10 day on/4 day off roster.
Benefits and perks
As a valued member of our team, we also offer you multiple extra benefits in line with your role:
Competitive salary;
Fortnightly Horse Allowance
Safety-focused employer;
On the job training;
Progressive career opportunities
Opportunity for external study support
Uniform and boot allowance provided
Assistance with sourcing accommodation
For further information and to apply go to https://aus-secure.prd.mykronos.com/ta/6186652.careers?ShowJob=151121153
About the business
Thomas Foods International Feedlot is a key operation in growing, supplying, and distributing premium meat to the world and forms part of the agricultural division of Thomas Foods International, one of Australia’s largest family-owned businesses since 1988.
The Feedlot with a 27,000 standard cattle unit capacity is located in Tintinara, South Australia, and is a key partner of the new Murray Bridge Processing Plant.
About the roles
The Livestock Hands - Pen Riders are responsible for maintaining the health, welfare, and overall care of livestock, in strict adherence to both internal guidelines and external regulations.
Duties of pen riders include and will require you to have some experience in:
Horse-based and general livestock husbandry tasks;
Monitoring cattle health on horseback;
Drafting and moving cattle on horseback;
Administration of animal health products;
Receiving, drafting, processing, and moving of cattle daily;
Must have a current drivers licence.
Pen Riders will ideally supply 2 suitable working horses and tack to be considered for the position which attracts a generous fortnightly horse allowance along with shoeing, feed, vaccinations, regular horsemanship training and individual paddocks for your horses.
Thomas Foods International places an emphasis on developing employees by utilising recognised internal and external training. The successful applicant will have significant opportunities for both as they progress their career with the business.
As a valued member of our team, we offer progressive career opportunities in a supportive team environment. This position provides a guaranteed 38 hours a week with opportunities for overtime on a 10 day on/4 day off roster.
Benefits and perks
As a valued member of our team, we also offer you multiple extra benefits in line with your role:
Competitive salary;
Fortnightly Horse Allowance
Safety-focused employer;
On the job training;
Progressive career opportunities
Opportunity for external study support
Uniform and boot allowance provided
Assistance with sourcing accommodation
For further information and to apply go to https://aus-secure.prd.mykronos.com/ta/6186652.careers?ShowJob=151121153