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AI Job Summary
- Previous experience in a similar role within the agriculture sector.
- Strong understanding of livestock management and sustainable farming practices.
- Ability to operate and maintain agricultural machinery.
Role Type
On-site • Permanent • Full-time • Associate
Description
Summary:
The Senior Station Hand position in Hughenden, QLD, is a vital role within the agriculture, fishing, and forestry industry. This permanent, full-time position involves overseeing daily operations on the station, ensuring the efficient management of livestock and land resources. The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining the productivity and sustainability of the station, contributing to the overall success of the agricultural business.
Responsibilities:
- Assist daily operations on the station, including livestock care and land maintenance.
- Assist in the implementation of sustainable farming practices to enhance productivity.
- Monitor animal health and welfare, ensuring compliance with industry standards.
- Maintain and repair equipment and facilities as required.
- Collaborate with team members to achieve operational goals and improve efficiency.
- Record and report on livestock performance and land conditions.
- Participate in training and development initiatives for junior staff.
Qualifications:
- Previous experience in a similar role within the agriculture sector.
- Trade qualifications Highly regarded
- Strong understanding of livestock management and sustainable farming practices.
- Ability to operate and maintain agricultural machinery.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Physical fitness and the ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
- A valid driver’s licence is essential.
Company Overview
We are a family agricultural enterprise that specialises in producing quality beef sustainably. We believe in putting more back into the land than we take out, so that future generations will be producing food here indefinitely. Knudsen Cattle understands that a successful agricultural business needs to manage the environment, resources, people and livestock. One can no more be the focus than another. We pride ourselves on our commitment to innovation, our ability to adapt and the success of our people, land and animals. At Knudsen Cattle we foster a positive team environment, work with the land to achieve sustainable outcomes and provide premium beef for the domestic and export markets. We are a family business focused on the future, a business with integrity.
