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About New Norcia and Koojan Downs Farms:
New Norcia is a premium 8,090 hectare farm fronting the Moore River, 135kms north of Perth and 45 kms east of Koojan Downs Feeding Facility.
The Koojan Downs aggregation is made up of Koojan Downs, Water Hill, Damper Downs, Avena Vale, Corner block, Willow Springs, Danmoor and Swarts farms. It comprises 10,472 hectares.
Hill River Farm is a 5,300-hectare premium agricultural property located 12km inland from Jurien Bay on WA’s mid-west coast, 2.5 hours north of Perth. Operations here focus on intensive pasture management and optimising cattle weight gain prior to entry to the feedlot.
We are currently seeking enthusiastic and energetic Backgrounding Livestock Hands, Farm Hands and Machinery Operators to join our expanding business.
At Koojan Downs Farm & New Norcia Farm , and Hill River Farm , you’ll work a 38-hour week, with overtime opportunities available.
These roles will suit self-motivated people who are hands on and passionate about the agriculture industry. You will have a strong work ethic and be willing to learn and contribute to the team.
These are permanent positions, those on short term/working holiday visas will not be considered.
You will need to have a current driver’s licence and own transport.
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You will support all day-to-day responsibilities for livestock, including paddock riding for observation of animal health.
Responsibilities include:
Daily cattle husbandry operations - including feeding, mustering, cattle movements and regular paddock checks to monitor animal health and grazing conditions.
Assist with livestock processing tasks such as drafting, weighing, scanning, loading and unloading cattle, while maintaining low-stress handling practices and strong animal welfare standards.
Regular maintenance of farm infrastructure, including fencing and water systems, to ensure the smooth and safe operation of the property.
Support day-to-day farm operations, including livestock handling, feeding, paddock checks and general animal husbandry.
Operate and maintain farm machinery and vehicles, while assisting with tasks such as fencing, spraying, and infrastructure upkeep.
Work closely with the team to ensure safe, efficient operations, with a strong focus on animal welfare and property maintenance.
Machinery Operators At our farming properties, you’ll be hands-on in the daily operation of loaders, trucks, telehandlers and other machinery. Experience operating chasers, seeders, sprayers and GPS-guided agricultural equipment will be highly regarded.
Operating a range of machinery, including loaders and skid steer loaders, with a strong focus on safety
Supporting day-to-day farm operations and equipment upkeep
Maintaining high attention to detail across all tasks
Applying sound mechanical knowledge to assist with basic maintenance and troubleshooting
Lifestyle: Escape the hustle and bustle of city life, and immerse yourself in a peaceful, remote environment.
Accommodation: Accommodation located nearby, 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 follow the ‘ Apply ’ button to submit your application to join one of Western Australia’s largest agri-food businesses. Applicants should present with a cover letter and current resume.
Should you have any issues applying, please email your CV and Covering Letter to: recruitment@harvestroad.com .
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.
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