JBS Australia's Southern Division, headquartered in Melbourne, has the largest multi-species processing facility in Australia, processing beef, sheep, and goats. JBS Southern processing facilities have access to all major international markets, providing our livestock suppliers with a range of markets and brand opportunities.Join our Yambinya's team as a Livestock Hand and embark on an exciting career where innovation meets sustainability. You'll be at the forefront of revolutionising food production, creating healthier and more environmentally friendly protein sources.Located near Burraboi in southern New South Wales, JBS Australia's Yambinya feedlot is a premier facility with a licensed capacity of 12,000 beef cattle and 45,000 lambs. Acquired in 2009, Yambinya is renowned for its Portoro Natural grain program, producing sustainable, hormone-free, GMO-free, and antibiotic-free beef. This feedlot plays a crucial role in JBS's high-end beef production, ensuring top-quality grain-fed cattle for discerning markets. Hands to join our Livestock Team, working a 10 on / 4 off roster.NOTE: Roster may vary depending on the season/weather conditions and changes are at the discretion of the business.Responsibilities:Daily livestock handling including stock movements, trough/pen cleaning and maintenance, induction process, and incoming/outgoing stock movementsDiagnosis of animal health symptomsAdministration of animal health treatments including accurate record keepingMaintaining compliance with JBS Australia Policies, including but not limited to: WHS, HR, QA, and Animal Welfare & Environmental ObligationsCriteria:Previous experience working with livestockPreferred Good Working Dogs both cattle and lambs ( Not Essential)Preferred Access to 3 Suitable Horses and Tack (Not Essential)Communication, organisational & interpersonal skillsStrong commitment to animal welfare, health and nutritionDemonstrated ability to work well within a team environmentAbility & willingness to learn new skillsBenefits:Single Accommodation availableFull feed/farrier/vaccination/worming for up to 4 horsesFull feed/vaccinations/worming for up to 3 dogsFrom optimizing production processes to ensuring quality standards are met, you'll be at the forefront of delivering a product you can genuinely be proud of with the ability to purchase selected choice cuts at discounted wholesale prices!
