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Rural Senior Salesperson, Baralaba – Qld

Total Rural Supplies is a leading provider of agricultural products and services in Baralaba, Rockhampton, Theodore and Toowoomba. We take pride in our community-driven approach, ensuring quality products and outstanding service in a region where relationships matter most.

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Salesperson to drive our sales efforts and foster lasting relationships with local clients. This role is ideal for a proactive professional with a proven track record in rural or agricultural sales, who understands the unique challenges and opportunities in the Baralaba region. Key responsibilities: Client Relationship Management; Business Development; Product Expertise; Market Analysis; Community Engagement; Collaboration.

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Sales Support Coordinator – Melbourne

Harmony Agriculture & Food Company is a leading producer and supplier of premium branded beef to global markets. Their current supply chains produce 4,300t of branded Wagyu F1 beef for sale and distribution annually.

This is a newly created role that will provide end-to-end exposure to their business, ideally suited to someone passionate about the beef sector. Working closely with the Head of Global Markets, your role will be a blend of sales support, product marketing and production planning to train you across a number of facets within the business. This will include: Working with key domestic and export customers; Assist with the trade and digital marketing of the business; Assist senior team members with all functions of the business unit.

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HR / Recruitment Coordinator, Brisbane – Qld

Our client has a rich history in Australian agriculture. This industry leading, vertically integrated farming operation is one of Australia’s largest producers of Wagyu and commercial cattle as well as entering the apparel industry.

We’re looking for a motivated HR/Recruitment Coordinator to provide prompt and efficient recruitment and onboarding services, combined with generalist HR activities across 22 rural and regional locations around Australia. The successful candidate will have demonstrated strong administrative skills in an HR or recruitment role with an emphasis on being able to work autonomously and will need to possess the following: Experience with sourcing candidates using varied platforms and methods, shortlisting, contract preparation and onboarding; Generalist HR skills; Maintain company HR policies, procedures, and documentation.

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Key Account Manager – Large Pastoral

As the world’s leading animal health company, Zoetis is driven by a singular purpose: to nurture our world and humankind by advancing care for animals.

Due to an internal promotion, we now have an opening for a Livestock Key Account Manager focused on large pastoral companies. The successful candidate will possess an adept understanding of large pastoral companies with a proven track record of strategic planning and delivering profitable growth through partnering with Key Accounts. You will be passionate about livestock pastoral systems and driven by working in a fast-paced environment, with market leading products coordinating a high performing team.

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Rendering Supervisor, Dinmore Plant – Qld

JBS Australia is the largest and most respected meat and food producer in Australia. The JBS Dinmore Processing Plant is the largest beef facility in the southern hemisphere. Located near Ipswich, in southeast Queensland, the facility has a daily production ability of 3,400 cattle and employs approximately 1,500 people.

JBS Dinmore is currently recruiting a By-Products / Rendering Supervisor to join the team in a full-time capacity. You will organise labour to carry out the daily functions of the Rendering Department and ensure the use of rendering equipment to process animal by-product materials for the production of tallow, grease, blood meal, and high-protein bone meal.

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Slaughter Floor Supervisor, Darwin – NT

We are looking for a leader and export standard slaughter floor Supervisor to join our growing team at Batchelor NT. As a mentor and coach, you are a skilled technician yourself and confident in the processes of slaughter in meat operations.

You’ll be responsible for the day to day organisation of this work area, the standards of processes and performance, and report directly to the Plant Manager. You’ll oversee the training and upskilling of our team and see their care and development as a priority. While previous experience in export standard slaughter processes is preferred it’s not essential and training will be provided.

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Business Development Manager

Our client is one of the leaders in data capture and transfer in the global livestock industry. They have been supplying farmers in Australia with NLIS ear tags since 2011 and with other ear tags and equipment for even longer.

As the Business Development Manager, you will be a key driver for the business in northern NSW and southern QLD. Your main responsibility would be to develop the business by working directly with farmers and to service key customers in the wholesale, rural distributors, and retail specialty products stores in these regions. Products are for both cattle and sheep. The location can be flexible with the region. Experienced sales/business candidates and new entrants are encouraged to apply. On-the-job training can be provided.

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Stockfeed Manager/Ruminant Nutritionist

Our client is a leading, proudly family-owned and operated company and an independent rural retailer and supplier located in Central Queensland. The business grows many of its own grain and hay products and formulates and manufactures balanced feeds and supplements for all animal species, with a strong focus on cattle feeds.

We are searching for a Stockfeed Manager with good ruminant nutrition skills. This role will be responsible the stockfeed manufacturing, sales and diet formulation, as follows: Manage the stockfeed process from raw ingredient procurement through to delivery of end product; Forecasting of seasonal product purchasing; To expand the customer base at Belyando’s through the provision of quality service and advice and by maintaining and promoting services.

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Livestock Operations, Melbourne – Vic

Harmony Agriculture & Food Company is a leading producer and supplier of premium branded beef to global markets. Their current supply chains produce 4,300t of branded Wagyu F1 beef for sale and distribution annually.

Working closely with the Chief Operations Officer, you will assist with livestock oversight across the business’s feedlots and leasehold properties. This will include: Regular travel between sites across Victoria and Southern New South Wales; Livestock assessment, including onsite inductions, animal health inspections and diagnosis of animal welfare; Accurate record keeping using specialist livestock data management software; Assist onsite staff to ensure a high-performance culture across each business unit; Work closely with the broader operations and entire Harmony team.

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Product Support Representative – Regional NSW

Our client, MacDon is a leading global innovator in advanced harvesting technology and equipment, dedicated to enhancing agricultural productivity.

Working as part of a national team, you will act as the primary point of contact for dealer personnel to address product issues or customer concerns for the MacDon business. You will cover a pool of dealers across Southern NSW, North Eastern Victoria and Eastern Victoria. Key responsibilities: Lead in territory investigation and troubleshooting, assisting with resolving any problems, and reporting them through to head office; Develop and maintain relationships with Dealer support personnel to ensure a positive experience and direct point of contact to discuss any equipment; Provide technical training for dealer technicians and end users; Perform demonstrations of new products.

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Sales Manager – Agriculture

Omya is a leading global producer of industrial minerals – mainly fillers and pigments derived from calcium carbonate and dolomite – and a worldwide distributor of specialty chemicals.

The Sales Manager – Agriculture, will drive revenue growth, expand market presence, and develop strong partnerships across the supply chain and represent the brand and products across Australia. The position works closely with distribution partners and the farming community to ensure the product range is maximised in the marketplace. The business is currently primed for its next stage of growth and with a mix of new business and existing business opportunities, you will conduct sales visits and activity to achieve sales and growth targets. Activities include industry events, field days, conferences, and conducting product trials with farming partners.

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Livestock Procurement Coordinator – NSW

An Australian company with a global reach, we are leading the way with the production of our premium and iconic beef brands at our Wingham Beef Exports site, for the world market.

We are currently looking for a Livestock Procurement Coordinator to join our team. The successful candidate will assist in planning, coordinating and monitoring the day-to-day activities for live cattle procurement. You will be required to establish and maintain business relationships with producers, livestock agents and feedlot operators. Duties include: Coordinating with the Livestock Manager; managing the daily & weekly kill schedule; Livestock delivery; Management of onsite livestock ie, feeding and drafting; Ensuring a high standard of service delivery to all external parties.

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Livestock Costing Coordinator – NSW

An Australian company with a global reach, we are leading the way with the production of our premium and iconic beef brands at our Wingham Beef Exports site, for the world market.

We are currently looking for a Livestock Costing Coordinator to join our team. The successful candidate must have: Sound computer skills; Administrative and organisation skills; Ability to communicate with producers and the livestock team. You will be required to establish and maintain business relationships with producers, livestock agents and feedlot operators. Your duties will include; Processing livestock invoices, supplier details and maintaining inventory; Ensure data is promptly entered into relevant livestock systems; Maintain accurate livestock costings and payments.

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Export Operation Manager, Perth – WA

Livestock Shipping Services is an Australian Company based in Perth, Western Australia. With over 20 years of experience in the export and import of livestock.

This is a fulltime position reporting to the Directors and Export Manager. You will work closely with the export and livestock teams and assist with the following: Stock clerking and management; Stock drafting, protocoling loading and discharging; Shipping management including load plan preparation, stevedoring, trucking co-ordination, weighbridge supervision and loading; Feedlot supply and management; Adhering to strict budget and compliance protocols; ESCAS implementation and overseas compliance; Overseas customer support.

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Feedmill Manager – Koojan Downs WA

Harvest Road Group is a family-owned West Australian integrated Cattle, Beef and Aquaculture business. 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.

We are currently seeking an energetic and positive Feedmill Manager with a passion for animal welfare to join our state-of-the-art feeding facility. This opportunity will suit a self-motivated person who is hands on and is passionate about the agriculture industry. You will be responsible for the operations of the feeding facility and ensure that the operational deliverable and staff are managed in accordance with policies and procedures. You will ensure that the feedmill is running at full optimal business performance.

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Machinery Operator – Koojan Downs WA

Harvest Road Group is a family-owned West Australian integrated Cattle, Beef and Aquaculture business. Koojan Downs feeding facility is located 20kms from Moora and 160kms north of Perth.  Koojan Downs is part of the integrated beef supply chain for Harvest Road.

We are currently seeking a permanent, full-time self-motivated, and skilled Machinery Operator to join our team at our state-of-the-art feeding facility. This is WA’s largest feeding facility and is designed to supply Harvest Road’s processing facility, Harvey Beef.  You will play a key role in the daily operation of equipment; including loaders, trucks, telehandlers, light vehicles and other machinery carrying out tasks such as pen cleaning, composting and small earthmoving tasks.

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Health Safety and Environment Manager – Regional Qld

With a total commitment to sustainable farming practices, the Mackays Group is a family farming business that has been in operation for over 75 years and has diversified to produce bananas, papaya, sugarcane, cattle and broadacre crops.

The HSE Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and maintaining health, safety, and environmental programs to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations. This role focuses on risk mitigation, employee safety, and environmental sustainability while promoting a culture of safety across the organisation. Your duties will be varied and include design and management of workplace safety programs, risk assessment and hazard identification, incident and injury management, employee training and engagement and the responsibility for environmental compliance.

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Extension & Engagement Technical Consultant – NSW

ABRI is at the forefront of livestock genetics, delivering the cutting-edge BREEDPLAN® genetic evaluation to enhance productivity and sustainability in the beef industry.

As the Extension & Engagement Technical Consultant, you’ll play a pivotal role in extending and delivering ABRI’s livestock improvement services, including the BREEDPLAN® genetic evaluation. Your focus will be on delivering a range of extension initiatives and resources, providing expert technical advice, and building strong relationships with clients, beef producers and industry across Australia and internationally. Key responsibilities: Develop and deliver workshops, training, and presentations on beef breeding and genetic evaluation technologies; Provide tailored herd consultations to beef producers; Support the testing and development of BREEDPLAN and BreedObject software.

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General Manager, Armidale – NSW

Our client is an innovative technology start-up in the livestock industry that has developed a highly effective in-paddock cattle weight measurement system. Due to recent significant growth of the business, the company is now searching for a General Manager.

The General Manager will grow and develop the business, managing the sales team as well as production and support functions. In this role, you will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the whole business, with a particular focus on the sales and support functions. Ideally, candidates should know the cattle industry, have good people management skills, and have key account management skills that can maintain existing businesses and drive new business development.

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Sales Agronomist – Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area

SLTEC Fertilizers is a family-owned business based in Tongala, Victoria, specialising in custom fluid fertilizers that are tailored to meet specific crop, soil, and environmental needs.

SLTEC Fertilizers is looking for a driven and passionate Sales Agronomist to expand our presence and seize new business opportunities across the Murrumbidgee Irrigation Area (MIA). This is an exciting chance to play a pivotal role in our success and make a meaningful impact within the agricultural industry. Key responsibilities: Develop and nurture relationships with growers, dealerships, and key industry stakeholders; Offer technical agronomic support and tailored fertilizer solutions to enhance crop yield; Identify new business opportunities; Represent SLTEC at industry events and promoting our commitment to innovative solutions.

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Pen Riders / Livestock Hands, Caroona Feedlot – NSW

JBS Australia is the largest and most respected meat and food producer in Australia. Strategically located on the Liverpool Plains, 35km west of Quirindi, north west NSW, Caroona Feedlot includes a dryland and irrigation farming operation.

Caroona Feedlot is currently seeking reliable Pen Riders & Livestock Hands to join our Animal Health team, with full-time, part-time and casual positions available.  We are looking for passionate horse riders and cattle handlers who are skilled in, or wish to further develop their horsemanship, cattle handling, livestock diagnosis and treatment skills. Key responsibilities: Daily livestock handling including pen riding and stock movements; Diagnosis of animal health symptoms; Administration of animal health treatments; Data input and maintenance of animal treatments and stock movements.

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Station Manager- Beckworth Court Station, Clunes Vic

Beckworth Court is located 5 minutes from the town of Clunes and has an average carrying capacity of 35,000 DSE of livestock. A terminal 1st cross sheep breeding enterprise joined to Poll Dorset rams, ran alongside an Angus cattle breeding enterprise.

We are seeking an exceptional agricultural leader to join the Beckworth Court team in the role of Station Manager. In this dynamic leadership role, you’ll lead a large-scale operation in the Southern region. Your responsibilities extend to building on the existing enterprise breeding operation base and implementing the annual and 5-year Business Plans for your Station. As a leader in this role, you play a pivotal role in guiding one of the southern region’s properties towards excellence.

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Assistant Manager, Augathella – Qld

We are seeking an Assistant Manager on a full time permanent position located 80km north of Augathella.

Duties include: Water runs and maintenance; Station plant maintenance; Cattle husbandry; Cattle movements; General station duties – fencing, welding & steel fabrication; Operate machinery; Motorbike and some horse work. Key attributes and skills: Truck licence required; Ability to work independently or in a time environment; Honest, reliable and dedicated. Attractive salary with modern 3 bedroom home.

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Feed Mill Supervisor, Deniliquin – NSW

The Lucas Group is proud to partner with a leading agricultural company to recruit for this key position. We’re seeking a skilled and motivated Feed Mill Supervisor to join a modern, 12,000-head feedlot operation in the picturesque NSW Riverina region.

As Feed Mill Supervisor, you’ll play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient production of high-quality animal feed. You’ll lead a team, manage state-of-the-art equipment, and contribute to the overall success of this impressive feedlot operation. Key attributes and skills: Proven experience in feed mill operations – tempering or steam-flaking mills; Strong leadership skills; Proficiency with advanced computer systems and mill technology; A passion for agriculture and animal nutrition.

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Feedlot manager, Central QLD

Allied Beef is one of Australia’s premium supply chain management companies, producing and marketing cattle in Queensland and New South Wales. Currently we have an exciting opportunity for a new team leader to take up the position of Manager at a 10,000 head feedlot in Central Queensland, located near Springsure.

The successful applicant will be responsible for the day to day management of the operations with a focus on production and people management. Your leadership will be instrumental in fostering an efficient and safe work environment while ensuring best practice in feeding, cattle care and facility maintenance.

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Talent Acquisition Specialist, Brisbane – Qld

AAM is a large-scale, wholly Australian-owned operator and provider of strategic investment, asset management and operational management services to Australia’s agricultural industry.

AAM is seeking a dynamic Talent Acquisition Specialist to play a key role in attracting top talent, fostering leadership capabilities, and supporting our HR strategies. Key responsibilities: Recruitment & Talent Sourcing, Candidate Engagement, Strategic Staffing, Leadership Development, Process Improvement, Internal Movements, Onboarding & Inductions, Compliance & Reporting. Key Attributes: Proven experience in recruitment and talent acquisition; Strong understanding of HR processes, compliance, and recruitment legislation; Exceptional communication skills and a passion for building relationships with candidates and internal stakeholders.

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Administration Manager, Sandalwood Feedlot – Dalby Qld

Sandalwood Feedlot is owned by Korean retail giant LOTTE and is a leading producer of high quality Wagyu beef for supply to LOTTE’s retail businesses and other customers throughout the world. Sandalwood is a 16,000 head operation, run with a 1514ha grazing and farming operation.

We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Administration Manager to oversee and streamline administrative operations across all departments. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional leadership skills, a strong understanding of business processes, and the ability to effectively manage a diverse team. This role requires a proactive individual who can identify areas for improvement, implement efficient systems, and ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

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Feedlot Hand / Truck Driver, St George – Qld

Our family owned Cotton, Grain and Beef properties are located 35km North of St George, Southwest Queensland. Our aggregation has recently expanded with a newly established feedlot and we are looking for a dedicated Feedlot Hand/Truck Driver to join our team.

Position will Involve: Assist with daily feedlot operations, including feeding, cattle handling, and pen maintenance; Truck Driving and Machinery operating; Perform routine maintenance on equipment and vehicles; General Farm Duties across operation. We’re Looking For: Experience in feedlot operations and cattle handling (Preferred); Current Truck license (HR – willing to obtain a HC or MC); Mechanical knowledge and maintenance skills; Strong work ethic, reliability, and good communication skills.

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Livestock Sourcing Specialist – Lamb Focused

Woolworths Group established Greenstock, a stand-alone beef, pork and lamb business.

Join us as a Livestock Sourcing Specialist, partnering with producers to meet our growing Greenstock demand, exemplified by sourcing 11,500 lambs weekly in Stawell. You’ll build strong producer and agent relationships, leveraging your expertise in commercial negotiations, sustainability, and animal welfare. As a subject matter expert, you’ll manage our livestock supply chain, providing strategic pricing input and implementing our Protein strategy to ensure quality and sourcing standards are met. Proactively identify opportunities, maintain quality, welfare, and sustainability, and contribute to our team’s success in sourcing lamb and other proteins.

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Pen Rider / Stockperson – NSW Riverina

Our client, a well-established and modern 12,000-head feedlot in the NSW Riverina, is seeking a skilled Pen Rider/Stockperson to join their team. As part of a major agricultural company with extensive landholdings across NSW, this role offers not just hands-on experience but long-term career growth within the business.

Key responsibilities include: Monitoring cattle health, diagnosing issues, and administering treatments; Livestock handling, pen riding, and drafting; Yard work and trough maintenance; Accurate record-keeping and compliance with feedlot protocols. Key Attributes: Prior experience in a feedlot or intensive livestock operation; Strong horse-handling skills and confidence working cattle from horseback; Your own horses and tack (stabling and paddocks available); A proactive approach to teamwork, communication, and safety.

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Leading Hand – Katandra Station, near Hughenden Qld

Cunningham Cattle Company owns and operates beef cattle properties in Australia on behalf of investors under the Gunn Agri Cattle Fund.

We’re hiring a Leading Hand for Katandra Station, located 100km south of Hughenden, QLD. The Leading Hand will work closely with the Property Manager and provide support to manage day-to-day operations of this 100,000-acre property and additional agistment properties throughout the NWQ region, subject to seasonal requirements, with up to 15,000 head of cattle. This role is best suited to someone who is looking for a challenge or someone ready to take the next step and elevate their career. Key Responsibilities: Livestock activities; mustering, tailing, drafting, processing and trucking; Water runs and Supplementation feeding; Fencing; General repairs and maintenance.

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Experienced Stock Person, Capella – Qld

Experienced Stock Person for mustering Cattle, maintaining fences and water facilities. Property operations include Hay and Silage production. Applicants needs a car licence.

Based in Capella, Qld. Position is 38 hours a week. New unit with ensuite plus meals. Attractive remuneration.

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Production Manager – Vegetable Seeds, SA

South Pacific Seeds is a premier marketer of vegetable seeds and proprietary varieties in Australia and New Zealand.  They are a progressive business focused on seed sales and seed production & multiplication.

The Production Manager is responsible for managing all elements of the South Australian seed production business (staff and resources). The Naracoorte facility is central for crops grown from Mt Gambier to Bordertown.  The role involves achieving company production schedules, financial goals and contracted crop targets (yield and seed quality) through careful planning and management, providing technical expertise. Key responsibilities: Relationships with customers and growers, including sourcing new growers; Managing and working closely with the production and R&D staff; Interacting directly with overseas clients; Leading activities in the field, including crop inspections.

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Agronomist – Vegetable Seed, SA

South Pacific Seeds is a premier marketer of vegetable seeds and proprietary varieties in Australia and New Zealand.  They are a progressive business focused on seed sales and seed production & multiplication.

Reporting to the Production Manager, the Agronomist is responsible for providing sound technical advice to contracted seed growers and the production team. The Naracoorte facility is central for crops grown from Mt Gambier to Bordertown.  Key responsibilities: Field operations in the production region; Providing technical agronomic support for optimal seed yield and quality; Working closely with production staff; Visiting and developing relationships with growers. You’ll be required to assist with manual duties and understand the operation of machinery. Occasionally you will be involved with hosting international clients on facility tours.

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Business Development Manager – Genetic Services

Meat & Livestock Australia is a service provider to the Australian red meat and livestock industry. Gaining excellent exposure to the operations of our business and external stakeholders, we have a rewarding role for an experienced Business Development Manager to join our Livestock Genetics team.

Contribute to increasing productivity and profitability of the red meat and livestock industry through delivering high performing genetics commercial services within MLA’s interest. This includes the success of the Sheep Genetics program, MLA’s interests in genetic evaluation services for cattle, including BREEDPLAN, and tools such as genomics. This requires leadership in increasing the awareness, adoption and utilisation of the benefits of current and future genetic technologies by seedstock breeders and the broader Australian red meat industry.

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Assistant Farm Manager, Dalby – Qld

Gibson Grazing Co is a family owned agricultural enterprise in Queensland with a focus on our own station breeding, backgrounding and feedlot cattle. We are seeking an exceptional Assistant Farm Manager to join our team at Gibson Grazing Co’s feedlot and farming operation.

You will play a crucial role in supporting the day-to-day operations of our diverse farming enterprise. Key responsibilities: Assist the Farm Manager in overseeing all aspects of farm operations, including livestock management, cropping, and pasture maintenance; Monitor and report on key performance indicators to ensure optimal productivity and efficiency; Collaborate with the Farm Manager for planning, coordinating, and managing farm and feedlot activities; Operate and maintain farm equipment; Manage inventory, supplies, and farm records; Support farm expansion and improvement projects.

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Program Manager – Sustainability R&D, Brisbane – Qld

Meat & Livestock Australia is a service provider to the Australian red meat and livestock industry. Gaining excellent exposure to the operations of our business and external stakeholders, we have a rewarding role for an experienced agriculture research manager to join our Sustainability R&D team.

The Program Manager – Sustainability R&D will develop strategy for, and deliver research, development and adoption activities nationally for the sheep and beef industries. This will involve close consultation with the livestock producers, research providers and innovation landscape to position the Australian industry as a world-leader in this space.  Key skills: Extensive experience in R&D program management involving beef cattle and sheep in feedlot and/or grazing systems; Strong knowledge of statistics, experimental design, business case development and opportunity assessment.

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Program Manager – Sustainability Credentials, Brisbane – Qld

Meat & Livestock Australia is a service provider to the Australian red meat and livestock industry.

Gaining excellent exposure to the operations of our business and external stakeholders, we have a rewarding role for an experienced agriculture professional to join our Sustainability Credentials team. The Program Manager – Sustainability Credentials will manage consultation with the broader red meat industry across the Sheep and Beef sustainability frameworks, Environmental credentials platform and environmental market opportunities.  Key attributes: Great stakeholder consultation skills and an ability to work to achieve objectives that benefit the red meat industry; Extensive experience and demonstrated achievement in delivering outcomes that improve the sustainability and profitability of the industry; Strong knowledge of sustainability principals, environmental markets, climate science, soil science and agro-forestry.

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Assistant Farm Manager – NSW

Join a progressive family operation working alongside the ‘highly engaging’ owner in the day-to-day operations of an 8,000 Ha aggregation in the Bland Shire. Approx. 90% of the business is focused on cropping operations planting approx. 5,000 Ha each year to a rotation of cereals, oilseeds, pulses.

The owner is looking to employ a team mate not a worker, who wants to be his righthand person he can depend up on. You must be willing to be flexible in peak times but be off in the down times. The owner will ensure you gain lots of responsibility, knowledge, enjoyment and laughs on an extremely well-run family farm. Key responsibilities: Manage, operate and maintain machinery and equipment; Timely focus on spraying activities and following consultant recommendations.

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Technical Assistant – Kerwee Feedlot

Stockyard Beef, a privately owned vertically integrated agribusiness is looking for a team member to join our award-winning lot-feeding team at Kerwee Feedlot.

We’re seeking a detail-orientated Technical Assistant as a full-time maternity cover (12 months), reporting through to our Feedlot Operations Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to work at the intersection of agriculture and technology, supporting our Feedlot and Pastoral operations through data management, trial coordination and technical support. Key responsibilities: Supporting the implementation and monitoring of the genetic and operational plan through data recording and management and in collaboration with the Stockyard Pastoral Leadership team; Accurate measurement and management of the Pastoral herd and Feedlot performance data; Overseeing trials including management and technical support.

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Pastoral Sation Hands/Ringers, Pilbara region – WA

A unique opportunity for experienced Station Hands/Ringers to work at Rio Tinto’s iconic Pastoral Stations, Hamersley Station, Rocklea Station & Juna Downs. Collectively, these stations stretch across approximately 770,000 hectares in the heart of Western Australia’s breathtaking Pilbara Region. These stations are in close proximity to Tom Price, Paraburdoo and Newman respectively, nestled either side of the beautiful Karijini National Park and 3 hour drive to the coast of Karratha. Breed of cattle is Droughtmaster.

You will be required to: Participate in the mustering and processing of livestock by vehicle and motorbike; Conduct regular inspections and maintenance of farm infrastructure, including fencing, gates and water troughs, to ensure they are in good working condition; Operate and maintain machinery and equipment safely for various tasks including land management and animal transportation.

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Livestock Manager, Heywood – Vic

We seek a Livestock Manager who will be a critical driver in optimising the farm business’s profitability by efficiently and sustainably increasing production.

Working closely with the farm owner to oversee all operations on the farm, you will take a hands-on role and share in key decision-making. To achieve this, a conscientious, self-motivated work ethic and the desire to take ownership of the farm’s business success are essential. Responsibilities include: Cattle husbandry, including marking, feeding, drenching, weaning, and general animal health; Grazing management and pasture establishment; Construction and maintenance of fencing; Machinery, equipment, and infrastructure maintenance; Regular reporting to owners as required; Working alongside owners to develop and plan farm programs and calendars; Liaising with contractors; Managing staff.

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Business Development Manager, Brisbane – Qld

MEQ’s mission is to revolutionise the animal protein industry, with a specialisation in red meat. They provide cutting-edge solutions that harness early, objective data, benefiting everyone from breeders to consumers.

This newly created role is based remotely, with a preference for candidates based in Queensland. The role reports directly to the Head of Sales – ANZ and is ideal for a driven and strategic business development professional. As a Business Development Manager, you will play a key role in expanding MEQ’s footprint within the red meat industry. This position focuses on identifying and securing new business opportunities, driving revenue growth, and developing relationships with both existing and prospective clients.

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Operations Manager, Stawell – Vic

This is an exciting opportunity to join the Dhuramein Nominees family, a business that is family-owned and operated in both New South Wales and Victoria.

As the Operations Manager, you will supervise one employee and be actively involved in day-to-day tasks, managing the farm’s performance throughout the year. Key responsibilities include: Operating and maintaining sowing and harvesting machinery, as well as assisting with hay production; A solid understanding of GPS systems like John Deere (Greenstar) and Case IH (Trimble) is essential; Accurate record-keeping for spraying, fertilizer, and animal health products; Effective communication with agronomists and contractors. You will also work on sheep management tasks, including mustering, conducting general animal husbandry activities and assisting with feeding, whether in a feedlot or pasture.

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Livestock Hand, Holbrook – NSW

Our clients are a large family-owned business that currently manages nearly 75,000 hectares of land. They raise merino sheep, beef cattle, and prime lambs, as well as cultivate dryland crops and seeking a motivated young individual who is enthusiastic about contributing to a sheep and cattle operation.

You will work closely with the Overseer and Manager to ensure smooth operations and will be responsible for all aspects of daily sheep and cattle husbandry. Duties include: Drenching, vaccinations, drafting, body condition scoring, supplementary feeding, mustering, counting, and managing paddock numbers. Key attributes: Passionate about agriculture; Eager to build a career in the industry; Positive and proactive attitude; Attention to detail; An understanding of the importance of recording and reporting information.

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Senior Livestock Hand, Southern Downs – Qld

Grassland Goats is a family-owned agricultural enterprise dedicated to producing high-quality goat meat for domestic and international markets. Grassland Goats’ livestock and farming division is experiencing exciting growth and is seeking a skilled Senior Livestock Hand to join their team.

This role involves overseeing daily operations and reporting directly to the farm owner, focusing on livestock care, crop production, agricultural technology, land development and sustainable practices over two properties comprising 23,000 acres. Key responsibilities: Mustering livestock; Implementing husbandry practices for goats, meat sheep, and beef cattle; Preparing and feeding out grain rations: Trucking animals to the abattoir and picking up livestock from our western suppliers; Other duties – vehicle and machinery maintenance, constructing new and maintaining existing fencing, supervising junior employees and fostering a collaborative team environment.

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Senior Station Hand, Riverina – NSW

Our client is looking for a dedicated and experienced individual to join their dynamic team in the Riverina district. This opportunity involves working on a large-scale sheep and cropping operation, which is part of a progressive family-run business that encompasses four primary properties.

You will be involved in all facets of the business, including stock work, irrigation and machinery operation, creating great diversity within the role throughout the year. Key attributes and skills: A passion for livestock and cropping production systems; Ability to strategically plan operations; Passion for efficiency; Knowledge and experience with irrigation; Experience operating large cropping machinery; Excellent communication and organisational skills; Sound mechanical knowledge; Honest, enthusiastic, self-motivated and an eye for detail with a professional level of tidiness.

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Senior Business Analyst – Wilga Farming

Wilga Farming develops and operates approximately 31,800 hectares of mixed farming and natural capital assets in NSW and WA on behalf of investors.

We are seeking a suitably qualified candidate to join our team as a Senior Business Analyst. This position is a key member of the Wilga Farming leadership team. The Senior Business Analyst has responsibility for the provision of high-level analysis of business performance and the formulation of bespoke actionable insights for the operational teams. The role will manage production and financial information exchange between Wilga and GAP. The role works with the General Manager and Farm Managers on budgeting, analysing and reporting annual operational programmes as well as sourcing and pricing capital items and preparing investment analysis to support improved business performance.

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Station Hand – Livestock Focus, Western Riverina – NSW

Our clients are a progressive family-owned pastoral business that operates an impressively developed station encompassing 280,000 acres in the Oxley region close to Hay and Balranald NSW.  Predominantly running dual-purpose merino sheep, they also run some opportunistic cattle trading across this impressive Western Riverina station.

We are seeking candidates who are passionate about the agricultural industry and desire to work in a family-like environment. You must bring a positive attitude to the team, reflecting the spirit of our existing members. Requirements include: Own working dogs is advantageous; Strong mechanical aptitude; Strong work ethic and a positive, can-do attitude; At least 5 years of experience in a similar role.

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Leading Farm Hand, Tintinara – SA

An exciting opportunity waits for a diverse role that involves working with cropping, cattle, and sheep for a leading farm hand position in Tintinara, South Australia. Our client operates a progressive business that has recently experienced significant growth and embraces modern technology to foster innovation within their operations.

As the Leading Farm Hand, the role will primarily focus on cropping, with 70% of the responsibilities related to cropping and 30% related to livestock. You will be responsible for operating and maintaining all machinery, including seeding, spraying, hay production, and harvesting equipment. There will be occasions when you will be required to assist with livestock operations, which will include animal husbandry duties. This position offers a diverse range of tasks.

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Senior Stationhand, Harden – NSW

Are you seeking a diverse role encompassing various responsibilities within a well-established enterprise? If so, the position of Skilled Senior Stationhand may be the perfect fit for you. In this role, you will participate in all aspects of the Merino flock and cattle herd, which both have sire production programs to produce high-quality self-replacing rams and bulls each year. You will also be an integral part of the cropping program.

Key attributes and skills: Previous experience with livestock and confidence in performing all animal husbandry tasks; Experience with quality working dogs; Ability to operate and maintain various types of machinery; HR or HC truck license, chemical certification; Willingness to assist others and work collaboratively in a team environment.

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Farm Hand, Moree – NSW

Our clients are a family-owned farming business with cropping properties totalling 8,000 hectares. The farm is well set up with 400 hectares with supplementary irrigation licenses growing cotton opportunistically and 4000 hectares of dryland cropping producing wheat, barley, faba beans, sorghum, and cotton.

You will be working alongside a supportive team who are all passionate about Agriculture. Previous cropping experience is ideal but not a necessity. As the successful candidate, you will be excited to come on board and work towards a common goal for the business. Hard work and loyalty will be rewarded for an ambitious person wanting to start, expand, or renew a broadacre career.  A current, manual driver’s license is essential, as is the ability to ride a 4-wheeled motorbike.

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Senior Farm Hand, Wheatbelt – WA

Laharna Farms is seeking a Senior Farmhand with expertise in broadacre cropping who is eager to progress toward the position of Operations Manager.

The main responsibilities include: Assisting in the execution of cropping plans; Coordinating logistics; Achieving time-critical outcomes while maintaining attention to detail. The role requires the operation of various machinery, including air seeders, boom sprays, harvesters, trucks, and loaders, often utilising GPS autosteer systems for precision. Key attributes and skills: Be passionate about agriculture; Organised, self-motivated, ambitious, hard-working; A team player; Strong communication skills are essential; Experience in machinery operation and maintenance for both seeding and harvest, mechanical and auto-electrical aptitude; Multi Combination license is preferred.

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Maintenance Fitter, Beef City Feedlot – Qld

The JBS Beef City Feedlot is part of the integrated Beef City facility consisting of farming, feedlot and processing operations.

We are currently recruiting a skilled Maintenance Fitter to join our Beef City Feedlot Maintenance Team in a full-time capacity. Reporting to the Maintenance Supervisor, this position forms part of a small team that is responsible for the repairs and maintenance of the feedlot, farm infrastructure and plant. Key responsibilities: Ensuring maximum equipment uptime is achieved by providing effective and efficient preventative and scheduled maintenance; General welding and fabrication duties; Engaging in making, fitting or repairing mechanical machines, instruments and appliances; Supporting other projects that may arise.

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Manager – Cattle Property, Goondiwindi – Qld

Brazil Farming is located between Goondiwindi and Millmerran Qld. The owner is seeking an experienced Manager to join their cattle property.

The successful candidate will collaborate closely under the direction of the owner and must be competent in cattle husbandry and the role will also include fodder production, property and machinery management. Key attributes: Excellent computer skills; Self-starter and a team player; Good communication skills; A commitment to timely completion of allocated tasks.

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Head Stockperson, Prime City Feedlot – NSW

JBS Australia is the largest and most respected meat and food producer in Australia. Located 45km north-west of Griffith in southern New South Wales, JBS Australia’s Prime City Feedlot is a 35,000 head capacity feedlot and a major supplier to the JBS Riverina Beef processing facility at Yanco.

The JBS Prime City Feedlot is currently recruiting a highly motivated and experienced Head Stockperson to join our team as an integral member of our Livestock team. Key responsibilities: Assisting with overseeing daily livestock handling, livestock acclimation, hospital treatments, loading of stock trucks and stock movements; Assisting with overseeing all aspects of cattle induction and dispatch; Completing paperwork including NVD’s, NFAS delivery dockets and weighbridge dockets; Maintaining accurate records of animal treatments and stock movements.

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Regional Sales Manager – Regional WA

Cyclone Rural is an iconic and trusted brand that’s stood the test of time with a proven reputation spanning many years and generations. The Cyclone rural range includes gates, posts, wire, troughs, tools & accessories, and yards and other equipment.

The Regional Sales Manager role is responsible for maximising profit and sales volume for Cyclone Rural Products within regional WA. This includes maintaining strong customer relationships, deploying effective product and sales promotions. The role will focus on identifying opportunities within specific market segments, ensuring competitive pricing, and contributing to the overall growth and profitability of Cyclone’s rural product offerings.

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Field Research Officer – Regional Tas

Botanical Resources Australia is a global leader in the production of a natural insecticide active ingredient derived from pyrethrum daisies grown in Australia. Their operations are headquartered in Northwest Tasmania, supported by additional facilities in Victoria.

This is a newly created position within the business, established in response to recent growth and expansion. As a Field Research Officer, you will play a pivotal role in supporting the company’s innovative research and development efforts, with a focus on enhancing production practices and advancing plant varieties.  Key Responsibilities: Develop and implement trial and breeding plans; Conduct field research, including applying treatments, data collection, and trial monitoring; Oversee chemical applications, pest control, and plant propagation.

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Agribusiness Specialist – Regional Tas

Botanical Resources Australia is a global leader in the production of a natural insecticide active ingredient derived from pyrethrum daisies grown in Australia. Their operations are headquartered in Northwest Tasmania, supported by additional facilities in Victoria.

This newly created role is highly influential with the chance to make a significant difference in this rapidly growing agricultural business. Reporting directly to the General Manager, you will support and work alongside the farm management team to implement management software, provide financial insights, and foster relationships with key stakeholders. The position will have a broad scope and directly impact the business’s future growth, profitability, and operational excellence.

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Finance Manager, Tamworth – NSW

Australian Food & Fibre (AFF) is a vertically integrated agribusiness that brings together significant experience, knowledge and expertise across our production, processing and marketing businesses for the supply of quality Australian cotton to the world.

As a Finance Manager for AFF, you will play a vital role and assist in optimising production output for the long-term value of the organisation. This role has multiple financial functions including the annual budget process, forecasts, and monthly management reporting for the Production division. You will also assist the COO on business performance including financial analysis and benchmarking to help drive operational efficiency. You are also connected to the heads of finance assisting with Company financial reporting, audit processes, taxation compliance, and cash flow management.

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