An exciting opportunity has arisen for a permanent, full time Feedlot Manager to join our locally owned and operated feedlot operation.

This autonomous position is well suited to someone who is looking to advance their career from Leading Hand/2IC to Manager in the feedlot industry.

About us
KO Beef is a locally owned and operated dryland cropping, breeding, trading & 5,000 head cattle feedlot operation. KO Beef is the further development of a successful Joint Venture farming operation between two existing families that have been farming in northern NSW and southern QLD for many years. KO Beef believes in an inclusive, vibrant and enjoyable workplace where all people are valued for their knowledge, experience and input. We believe in capacity building and actively encourage and enable team members to pursue training and career development opportunities. Kia Ora Feedlot is Located 80km west of Walgett, NSW. We produce as many feed inputs on farm as possible and readily engage with local producers to further source feedlot entry cattle and feed commodities. The aggregation totals just shy of 73,000ha across dryland farming and grazing area. The feedlot currently has a focus on 100 and 150 day programs.

The role
The role involves working alongside an existing vibrant team and closely with the owners to efficiently manage their 5,000-head cattle feedlot fostering a safe working environment all while actively upholding and enforcing health and safety standards across all operations.
Your leadership will ensure production targets, compliance, and quality standards are met. This role is critical to achieving our commitment to animal welfare, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. You will work in conjunction with the Livestock Administration Officer to ensure an exceptional degree of accuracy and quality.

Key responsibilities
• You will be required to have a strong passion for the beef industry, be hands on and self-motivated and portray excellent leadership skills across the feedlot team.
• Strong communication skills are essential as you will update the owners on all activities undertaken and regularly liaise with consultants and suppliers, along with the daily management of the livestock and feeding teams.
• Maintain high standards of animal welfare in line with KO Beef policies and industry best practices.
• Oversee cattle receival, induction, daily handling treatment and dispatch while ensuring compliance with animal welfare and safety standards.
• Overseeing the Quality Assurance (QA) program in conjunction with the Livestock Administration Officer.
• Ensure proper feeding protocols are followed, monitor feed quality and availability, and order ration ingredients.
• Leading, organising and training a team of 5-8 employees on a daily basis along with assessing staff performance.
• Orchestrate the cost effective repair and maintenance program across the feedlot.
• Depending on experience, the opportunity exists to conjunctively oversee the management of 2000-7000 head of backgrounding cattle in the paddock, including preparing them for introduction to the feedlot.


What you will bring to this role
• Minimum 3-5 years demonstrated experience in feedlot or livestock operations.
• Accurate record keeping and attention to detail.
• Strong understanding of animal welfare.
• Previous experience with Livestock Junction is preferred.
• Strong organisational and time management skills with attention to detail.
• Exceptional communication and team leadership abilities to manage, supervise and develop staff.
• Proficient in the use of machinery/feed handling equipment and thorough knowledge of the maintenance of feeding equipment.
• Practical skillset – (Welding, water repairs, infrastructure maintenance etc)
• Ideas to further develop and enhance systems to drive operational efficiency.


The offer
A remuneration package on offer consists of a 4-bedroom family home, inclusive of utilities paid by the company, with an attractive negotiable salary for the right candidate. A work vehicle will also be supplied.
Families are encouraged to apply as spouse employment is also available for the right candidate across various areas in the enterprise.

Please send your updated resume along with current references to:
employment@kobeef.com.au

Maintenance hand/ Machine Operator

Who are we looking for?
● Enthusiastic people passionately committed to agriculture and livestock production
● Problem solvers & quick thinkers
● Positive mindsets with potential and vision to grow
● Those who value a clean and tidy working environment
Where will you be?
Wide open spaces enjoying the beautiful South Burnett - 25 km NE of Kingaroy, in a modern-day cattle sanctuary surrounded by a fun & respectful team who love what they do.

When will you work?
They say if you love what you do, you’ll never work a day in your life… Each role is flexible with working hours and we can support each individual requirement.
Why Pakaderinga?
● Because we have a fun, dedicated and passionate team of feedlot enthusiasts
● You will get to work a flexible roster - We all have lives away from our workplace!
● Experience and enthusiasm will be rewarded with above industry wages
● Opportunities available for personal development and individual growth

Experienced Livestock Hand

What are we looking for?
● Anyone passionately committed to agriculture and livestock production
● Positive and progressive attitude
● Practical feedlot experience
● Demonstrate effective interpersonal and communication skills
● Those who value a clean and tidy working environment
● Confident Horsemanship skills

Where will you be?
Wide open spaces enjoying the beautiful South Burnett - 25 km NE of Kingaroy, in a modern-day cattle sanctuary surrounded by a fun & respectful team who love what they do.

What to expect?
● Livestock Handling (Processing, Drafting/Weighing, Hospital, Paddock Mustering)
● A team with high quality horse and stockmanship skills
● Receival and Dispatch of cattle
● Exposure to industry leading vets, nutritionists and stock handling professionals
● Use of the latest feedlot management software
● Basic maintenance of livestock equipment


When will you work?
You will fit into our current 3-week rotation roster, which means you will only be required to work every 3rd weekend!

Why Pakaderinga?
● Because we have a fun, dedicated and passionate team of feedlot enthusiasts
● You will work in a flexible environment - We all have lives away from our workplace!
● Experience and enthusiasm will be remunerated fairly
● Opportunities available for personal development and individual growth

Come and join the team at the Stockyard Kerwee Feedlot, awarded Most Outstanding MSA Beef Producer – Feedlot - for Queensland for the last 6 years.

Established by the Hart family 65 years ago, Stockyard remains a family owned and operated business, producing Australia's most awarded Wagyu and Angus branded beef.

Responsibilities
We have an opportunity for a Feeding Hand to join our collaborative Feed Mill Team. You’ll be joining a high-performing team, who work to exacting standards to deliver ration to the 20,000 cattle in our care in a timely manner. You will be responsible for loading, mixing, and delivering rations to our cattle, and maintaining company equipment. We’re passionate about cross-training, so your role will include other duties required of the Feeding and Milling Team and well as in other areas of the yard.

Qualifications
Reporting to the Feed Mill Manager, we are looking for someone who is:

- A competent driver with a current driver’s licence (no truck or other license required and onsite training is provided)
- A team player with effective communication skills and not afraid to get stuck in, whether that’s shovelling bunks or assisting in other areas of the yard
- A willingness to learn and undertake additional training required for the role
- Has good attention to detail and great time management skills
- Passionate about the important role feeding plays in contributing to our animal care
- Driven by KPIs and a desire to meet or exceed these
- Professional, safe and discipled when it comes to their work
- Respectful for our animals, environment, people and equipment
compensation

In return you will receive:
- A competitive salary package based on your experience and qualification
- On-demand wage to access your pay ahead of our scheduled fortnightly payday
- Nutritious daily lunches provided
- On the job training and with career development opportunities
- Supportive team culture where great work and effort is recognised and rewarded
- Regular team celebrations
- A 9 on 5 off roster from 6am – 4pm
- Discounts on Australia’s most awarded branded beef
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program offering professional counselling service that can work with you on issues that are affecting you personally or professionally

If you are looking for your next role in agriculture and are interested in feed lotting, or if you feel like you have the skills or are willing to learn, we would love to hear from you.

About Us:

Teys Australia is an innovative Australian food business with home grown pride and global reach. Drawing on more than 70 years’ experience in the beef industry, our team of over 4,500 focus their energy and expertise on delivering value to our communities, customers and consumers.

Charlton Feedlot is located near Charlton in north-west Victoria just 2 1/2 hours from Melbourne. This very modern 22,000 head facility serves a key role in the Teys Australia supply chain producing quality beef for the domestic and short-fed export markets.

About the Role:

We are looking for an experienced Feedmill Supervisor to join our team on a permanent full-time basis.

Leading a team of up to 8 people, the successful applicant will be responsible for overseeing the hands-on day to day milling & feeding operations at the feedlot. The modern steam flaking mill is state of the art and can process up to 200 tonne of grain per day.

The feeding system utilises the latest Digistar technology and delivery is carried out using Rotomix feedtrucks.

This opportunity would suit an enthusiastic individual who has a genuine desire to work in the beef industry and who thrives in a collaborative team environment.

Some of the tasks of this role will include:

-Leading the feeds team.
-Ordering & organising delivery of commodities.
-Bunk calling – ensuring cattle are fed to the standards required
-Excellent computer skills – Microsoft Office etc
-Commodity testing as per QA requirements

About you:

-Minimum 2 years experience in feed milling, ideally with steam flaking experience.
-Previous leadership role.
-Strong communication & problem solving skills.
-Computer literate.
-Excellent record keeping skills.
-Excellent knowledge of WHS & QA principles.

What's in it for you:

-Attractive salary package with annual bonus opportunity
-Access to annual meat credit
-Salary packaging opportunities - electronic devices, novated car leasing, superannuation
-Injury/Illness salary continuance scheme
-Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with counselling services for you and your family
-Access to a variety of discounts: health insurance and retailers

Why Us?

We have a strong regional focus and dedication to community employing a diverse workforce of 4,500 throughout Australia. We are proud of our heritage which continues to provide opportunities for people to develop and thrive. We are Empowering Progress and Inspiring Pride.

To Apply

If you are looking for an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment within a growing business offering excellent career development and opportunities, apply today!

Submit your resume along with a covering letter including two referees.

Email for candidate questions or applications::
yourfuture@teysaust.com.au

Join our team as an Operations Manager and embrace a unique lifestyle opportunity!

Are you looking for more than just a job? Are you excited by the idea of living and working in a remote, picturesque location? We have the perfect opportunity for you!

About us:
Harvest Road Group is a family-owned West Australian integrated Cattle, Beef and Aquaculture business. Our diverse operations span the entire state, from the majestic Kimberley region in the north down to the scenic beauty of Albany in the south, partnering with over 1,400 small businesses to deliver Western Australia’s quality produce to our customers across Australia and around the world through our lead brands Harvey Beef and Leeuwin Coast.

About Koojan Downs Feeding Facility:
Koojan Downs feeding facility is located 30kms from Moora and 160kms north of Perth. Koojan Downs is part of the integrated beef supply chain for Harvest Road. This integrated beef supply chain ranges from north to southwest of Western Australia and is based on best-practice ecological planning and animal welfare management.

Opportunity:
We are currently seeking an energetic and positive Operations Manager with a passion for animal welfare to join our expanding business based at our feeding facility near Moora, WA. This is WA’s largest feeding facility and is designed to supply Harvest Road’s processing facility, Harvey Beef.

Reporting to the Business Unit Manager – Koojan Downs Feedlot, you will lead the routine care and feeding of cattle kept in the feeding facility and oversee the operational process of the feeding facilities. You will be a self-motivated person who is hands on and is passionate about the agriculture industry. You will have a strong work ethic and be willing to learn and contribute to the team.

Your primary responsibility will be the operations of the feeding facility and ensuring the operational deliverables and staff are managed in accordance with Harvest Road’s quality, safety and animal welfare policies and procedures. You will ensure that proper husbandry techniques and feeding programs are in place to promote optimal growth.

Key Responsibilities of the role:
• Ensure the coordination of daily activities and resources required across various departments of the feeding facility.
• Assist the Business Unit Manager in the facilitation and coordination of management meetings that are conducted weekly and any other operational meetings required across the feedlot.
• Lead, motivate and develop a high performing team to effectively carry out all aspects of the day-to-day operations.
• Backfilling for leave and other unexpected events when required.
• Lead and train a team in the safe and low stress handling of all livestock.
• Ensure that all Quality Assurance, OH&S and Environmental policies and procedures are being implemented throughout the feedlot.
• Take a leadership role in the implementation of the training systems across the feedlot to ensure that adequate training and the development of staff skills meets the business requirements.
• Manage cost responsibilities within budgetary limitations of the business in consultation with the Business Unit Manager.
• Provide positive input into the planning and structuring of the business operational requirements in conjunction with executive management and feedlot line management where required.

Ideal skillset:
• Minimum 5 years of experience in in the operation and management of a livestock enterprise.
• Proven staff management experience.
• Progressive and positive attitude.
• Genuine dedication to animal welfare.
• Ability to adapt and deal with change, challenges and take on new responsibilities and opportunities as they arise.
• Ability to empower team members with knowledge and skills.
• Willingness to fill in across all operational requirements when required.
• Sound ability to effectively monitor and manage costs.
• Current driver’s licence.
• High computer literacy.
• Personal qualities of leadership, commitment and enthusiasm.

What Harvest Road Offers:
• Lifestyle: Escape the hustle and bustle of city life, and immerse yourself in a peaceful, remote environment.
• Accommodation: Furnished house supplied on site, providing you with a comfortable and convenient living space.
• Community: Be a part of a friendly, close-knit community, where support is always at hand.
• Work-Life Balance: Experience a balanced lifestyle, where work and leisure coexist harmoniously.
• Competitive Remuneration: Industry standards are our baseline. We take into account your individual experience and skills to ensure you are being rewarded fairly for what you bring to the role.

Please press ‘Apply’ and submit your covering letter and resume to join one of Western Australia’s largest agri-food businesses.  To find out more and to have a confidential chat, please call Gino De Stefani on: 0458-649-195

Visit: www.harvestroad.com to learn more about our values and other career opportunities.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we are committed to having a workforce that reflects the community in which we live and work. We encourage Indigenous Australians, people with a disability and people of all ages, culturally diverse backgrounds, gender identity and sexual orientation to apply.

Are you passionate about agriculture and livestock production? Do you thrive in a hands-on environment and enjoy empowering those around you? Are you looking for a career with room to grow and develop? If so, we want to hear from you!

What We're Looking For:
• A strong commitment to agriculture and livestock production
• A positive, forward-thinking attitude
• Practical feedlot experience (preferred but not essential)
• General cattle knowledge
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A team player who enjoys working closely with others
• A focus on maintaining a clean and organised work environment

Where You'll Be:
Nestled in the scenic South Burnett, just 25 km NE of Kingaroy, you’ll be working in modern cattle
sanctuary surrounded by a friendly, respectful team who are passionate about what they do.

What to Expect:
• Hands-on involvement in daily operations
• Processing and delivery of feedlot rations
• Managing daily feed allocations with Feed Bunk 3000 software
• Grain testing and commodity inventory management
• Operating modern, well-maintained machinery including loaders, skid steers, trucks, and tractors

Your Work Schedule:
• 10 days on, 4 days off roster
Why Choose Pakaderinga?
• Be part of a fun, dedicated, and passionate team of feedlot enthusiasts
• Enjoy a flexible roster that respects your work-life balance
• Receive competitive remuneration based on your experience and enthusiasm
• Take advantage of opportunities for personal and professional growth

• Competitive salary/hourly rate
• Being able to work and learn amongst some of the best experts in the industry
• Flexibility + access to professional development
Killara feedlot is a modern 22,500 head feedlot located near Quirindi, on the edge of the Liverpool Plains, NSW. An opportunity exists for a full time Stockperson / Pen Rider.

WHAT WILL I DO?
As a Induction Stockperson you will have a varying day including:
• Timely and effective receival of cattle (induction) including vaccinating, ear tagging, drenching in accordance with relevant protocols and instructions
• Daily observation, health management (including Treatment) of Livestock to ensure animal wellbeing
• Cleaning and maintenance of stock water supplies
• Manual handling of animals in the feedlot
• Arrivals & Exiting cattle including diligence of animal types, completion of appropriate documentation and record keeping, weighing, scanning and drafting
• Facility maintenance

WHO AM I?
To succeed at Elders, you will possess:
• A strong commitment to animal health
• Commitment to safety and zero harm policy
• Proven problem-solving ability and attention to detail
• An understanding of animal nutrition and previous feedlot experience would be highly regarded
• Team player
• Reliable and highly motivated
• Ability to work autonomously and follow direction

WHAT WILL I GET IN RETURN?
We will provide you with:
• Training and professional development
• Flexible working arrangements that promote a positive and healthy work-life balance
• Access to discounts and offers from our partners and suppliers

• Access to an expansive network of agribusiness specialists to draw upon
• We invest in our staff to ensure everyone who joins Elders is set up to succeed. When you join the Elders team, you have the backing of an iconic Australian agricultural brand and a team of passionate individuals supporting and challenging you on your journey.

For a greater insight into the Elders family, be sure to check out our website at www.eldersrural.com.au

Applications should be addressed to Killara Feedlot, PO Box 348, QUIRINDI NSW 2343, or
emailed to HR.Killara@elders.com.au

Applications close on: 27 June 2025

Please note applications may be short-listed and progressed prior to the closing date.

At Elders, we want our people to reflect the communities we operate in, and encourage applications from a diverse range of people, backgrounds and experiences.

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 role: The Livestock Hand (Pen Rider) 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