Station Hand
Growth Farms Australia Kangaroo Island, South Australia
Job Description
An opportunity is available for a station hand with a focus on a large-scale sheep and cropping operation on Kangaroo Island, SA.
Reporting to the Farm Manager, the position will ideally suit a self-motivated individual looking to become part of a dynamic team.
**must have experience with sheep and a drivers licence**
Key Responsibilities Include:
Experience in monitoring livestock, including animal health, ensuring adequacy of feed & water, and implementing stock movements.
Experience in safe farm maintenance, mechanical applications, and operation of farm machinery/equipment.
Liaise with contractors, such as shearers and spraying contractors.
Sound understanding of farm safety.
Ability to work autonomously to complete planned tasks efficiently and to a high standard.
Strong knowledge of animal welfare standards and documentation.
Key Requirements:
Must have experience with sheep
Excellent communication skills and be able to work in a team environment.
Solid work ethic and attention to detail
Show initiative, responsibility and have a positive attitude to work.
Be physically fit and able to fulfill all requirements of the role.
Hold current drivers’ license.
Accommodation can be provided for the successful candidate.
Growth Farms promote a positive working culture with safety being a primary focus for our staff. These roles suit people who are experienced with livestock, hardworking, and dedicated to striving for best practice farming operations.
Please forward your cover letter and resume to join the progressive team at Growth Farms.
Postcode: 5223 (Kangaroo Island, South Australia)
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Growth Farms Australia
Member since: May 2024
Employer's email matches the growthfarms.com.au website.
Industry:
Farming, Animals & Conservation