Posted a month ago
Description
Are you an experienced Pen Rider with strong cattle handling skills and a genuine commitment to animal welfare? Greenmountain Food Processing is seeking an experienced Pen Rider to join our livestock team at Coominya, riding company-provided horses as part of the role.
Mandatory Requirements – Please Read Before Applying
Current Driver’s Licence
Minimum 2 years’ experience in pen riding, cattle handling or a closely related livestock role
Confident and competent horse riding ability
Strong cattle drafting and stock handling skills
Experience with livestock treatments such as vaccination and drenching
Ability to work a 7-day rotating roster, including Saturdays and Sundays
Physically fit for outdoor livestock work in varying weather conditions
Please note: Sponsorship is not available for this position. Overseas applicants without unrestricted Australian work rights will not be considered.
About the Role
This is a hands‑on livestock role operating across a 7-day rotating roster. Weekend shifts form part of the normal roster, with applicable penalty rates paid for Saturday and Sunday work. Company horses are provided for pen riding duties.
Key Responsibilities
Ride company-provided horses to inspect and manage cattle pens
Identify cattle requiring attention and report animal health or welfare concerns promptly
Draft and move cattle safely and calmly
Assist with livestock vaccination, drenching and other routine animal husbandry activities
Maintain high standards of animal welfare and humane handling at all times
Work safely around cattle, horses, yards and livestock handling facilities
Assist with general livestock duties as required
Complete relevant livestock checks and records
Follow WHS requirements, site procedures and reasonable management directions
About You
You are practical, reliable and self‑motivated, with the experience to work safely in a busy livestock operation. You can work independently, communicate effectively and contribute positively to a team environment.
Ideal Experience
Pen riding in feedlot, station, cattle yard or intensive livestock environments
Strong horse handling and riding skills
Cattle drafting and low‑stress stock handling
Recognising signs of illness, injury, lameness or distress
Vaccination, drenching and routine livestock treatment experience
Reliable attendance and ability to work effectively on a rotating roster
Sound judgement and calm decision‑making around livestock
What We Offer
7‑day rotating roster
Weekend penalty rates for Saturday and Sunday work
Stable, long‑term employment with an established Queensland employer
Practical, hands‑on work in a livestock operation
Supportive team environment
Location
This role is based in Coominya, QLD. Applicants should live within reasonable commuting distance or be willing to relocate independently.
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