Caretaker Of Cattle Property

Caretaker of Cattle Property

A Caretaker is required on a property, located in the Albany Region in WA. General duties include day-to-day fencing repairs, checking on cattle during calving and general farm maintenance. Accommodation is on offer along with an attractive salary, utilities and a work vehicle. Great location with a close proximity to Albany.

Good Things to know:

• the farm is part of a family business which has multiple farms in the lower great southern region. 
• Nearest town facilities include: primary & secondary schools, grocery stores, post offices, wineries and sporting facilities;
• Couple’s considered;   Experience with cattle essential.

About the Role:

• Start date: Immediate
• Duties include:

- Good fencing skills (maintaining electric fencing) 

- Livestock handling (cattle and sheep);

• Feeding cattle with Tractor 
• Basic mechanical skills . 
• Machinery: Must have a current drivers license, quadbikes, side by sides, Utes etc.;
• Must have the ability to work unsupervised and by yourself.

About you:

• Must be experienced with operating broadacre machinery;
• Mechanically minded and experienced in agriculture however no trade needed;
• Ability to work in independently and in a team;
• Honest and reliable - knows when to report issues with gear etc.;
• HC license desirable but not essential

What’s on offer:

• Great hourly rate of $35+ on offer, depending on experience;
• Flexible hours possible. More hours may be required over peak periods and more hours possible at other properties when quieter;
• Accommodation: On-farm house, suitable for singles, couples or families;
• Utilities included;
• Work vehicle provided;