Agricultural Technician - Feedlot Operations

Based at either Brindley Park or Opal Creek feedlot, the role of Agricultural Technician works within a team environment and enjoys loads of variety in being responsible for ensuring the health, nutrition and welfare of our animals at all times.

You'll be rewarded with a base annual income between $79,500 - $85,500 plus superannuation and ongoing training and development. Your day-to-day duties will include:

• Receival and induction of all animals into feedlot
• Monitoring of animal health
• Administering of medication to sick animals, when necessary, in consultation with Veterinary staff
• Accurate recording and data capture relating to animal movements, rations, treatment and processes
• In consultation with Animal nutritionist, ensure adequate and correct rations are supplied to animals to ensure desired finishing weight
• Delivery of feed to animals ensuring correct feed allocated to animals to create desired finishing results
• Perform general repairs and maintenance of equipment as required
• Operate heavy machinery as required including but not limited to Front End loader, Feed Truck, Skid steer
• Safely and effectively undertake pen riding on (horseback)

Having obtained an AQF Advanced Diploma (or equivalent) or bring 3 years' experience, you'll be a self-motivated, positive team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment with an unwavering commitment to animal welfare, along with:

• Demonstrated experience handling cattle and managing livestock
• Competency to safely handle and ride horses
• Ability to safely and efficiently operate machinery, plant & equipment
• Ability to accurately and promptly identify potential animal health issues
• Ability to undertake animal health procedures and safely administer treatment and medication
• Sound numeracy and literacy skills
• Appreciation of quality and compliance processes, with attention to detail and accuracy
• Sound computer literacy and keyboard skills

OPEN DATE: 28/7/2026
CLOSING DATE: 28/8/2026