Assistant Feedlot Manager

Ravensworth is an innovative, privately owned Agribusiness. Experiencing significant growth through the current expansion of our feedlot business from its current 20,000 head feedlot footprint to 40,000 head, with further opportunities to take it to its licensed capacity of 60,000 SCU. The business has a focus on automation and technology to support the growth of the business which has seen us invest continuously in equipment and technology. This is a great opportunity to be part of a growing business with stimulating opportunities combined with an enthusiastic, motivated, and dedicated team based West of Hay. 

Reporting to the Feedlot Manager, this vital hands-on role will be responsible for the daily management of the feedlots’ livestock operations. 

This position will be an integral part within the Ravensworth team and will have key responsibilities that include but are not limited to;

• Providing leadership across the livestock department, ensuring a safe and productive work environment.
• Management / supervision of daily feedlot operations including daily stock activities, feeding and milling departments, contractors and maintenance/service requirements.
• Lead the livestock team in the health management of cattle. 
• Oversee the effective coordination of feedlot animal health (including pen riding, diagnosis and treatment).
• Plan and organise cattle movements as needed.
• Ensure that all regulatory and compliance requirements are met.
• Provide management with reports and information as required.
• Ensure all work is being undertaken in line with WHS policy and procedures. 

To be successful in this role, you will ideally have the following skills and attributes;

• Knowledge and ability in animal husbandry techniques in a feedlot environment.
• Strong communication ability with a team player attitude who is receptive to change.
• Creative thinker and problem solver.
• Self-motivated with an attention to detail.
• High level of integrity and dependability with a strong sense of urgency to make positive change.
• Enjoy a challenging fast paced environment.
• Current driver's licence.
• Experience in consulting with external veterinary and nutritional consultants.

An attractive remuneration package, including onsite housing, is available to the successful applicant.

Job Benefits:

• On farm house and utilities
• Work vehicle
• Attractive remuneration package depending on experience