CAREERS
The Australian feedlot industry is brimming with eager, honest and passionate people.
A community of likeminded people
Roles on a feedlot are varied and we like to think there is something for everyone. People with a genuine passion for agriculture and livestock, animal welfare, attention to detail, and have a willingness to learn suit a career in the lot feeding sector.
A varied workplace
There are four main teams (or crews as we like to call them) within a feedlot operation: livestock, feeding and milling, maintenance and farming and administration. Feedlot crews can range from 1-2 individuals, through to 25+ people. Crews work seamlessly together to ensure the production of high-quality, grain fed beef.
Career progression
Varying levels of responsibility exist within each department. Staff can move from general hand, to leading hand and supervisor positions by gaining skills and knowledge and taking on more responsibilities. Management positions can be achieved through experience, knowledge and expertise across the entire feedlot operation, and gaining management and leadership skills.
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Step Inside a Feedlot
ALFA’s Objectives in relation to Career Development and Training
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To provide the Australian feedlot sector, its businesses and current and prospective employees with a clear career development pathway and associated training, professional development and support networks designed to attract, retain and grow the capacity of the feedlot work force.
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To provide tools and resources that defines the feedlots sector’s career development pathway and provides access to relevant training options and resources.
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To improve the resources available to all levels of employment in the feedlot sector through identified partnerships.
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To deliver a highly trained, professional workforce which is valued and well recognised.
