Livestock Manager

The Australian Agricultural Company (AACo) is Australia’s largest integrated cattle and beef producer, specialising in grass fed, grain fed, and Wagyu beef production.

Established back in 1824, we’ve been doing this a while – in fact, we’re Australia’s oldest continuously operating company. We’ve had plenty of time to figure out how to be the best workplace we can be, with all the support, training and opportunity you need to shape your career how you want to.

We’re dedicated to acknowledging our history even as we look to sustainably feed the future – and we’d love you to join us.

The position of the Goonoo Livestock Manager is a key management position responsible for supervising and managing all aspects of the Goonoo Feedlot Livestock Team. The role responsible for supervising intake schedules and induction procedures of all cattle at Goonoo.  Supervising all cattle handling, handling for cattle treatment and selection and drafting for dispatch are key components of the role. Manage activity broadly to achieve annual production targets and to provide cattle to customers that meets the requirements for quality and safety.

Responsibilities are broad and the purpose of the position is to be accountable for ensuring all livestock operations, relevant reporting, and budgetary/financial requirements meet a high standard, while leading a team to ensure best practice procedures are maintained across all aspects of the business at all times.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise intake schedule of animals into the feedlot
• Ensure cattle are kept at the correct pen density and receive feed and water.
• Assess the cattle prior to induction to ensure they meet intake specifications (weight, type, condition, ailments). 
• Oversee all induction processes and procedures
• Authorise appropriately trained staff to carry out chemical treatments
• Manage the inventory of induction supplies and order as required.
• Supervise cattle dipping and maintenance of the cattle dip.
• Report any non-conforming cattle to Goonoo Feedlot Manager
• Coordinate cattle movements within feedlot. 
• Ensure all pens are ridden daily in accordance with Livestock Procedures
• Work closely with consulting Veterinarian.
• Ensure all Veterinarian’s hospital procedures are followed and hospital records are maintained
• Authorise the culling of animals that don’t respond to treatment.
• Supervise autopsies of cattle and the composting of carcasses.
• Manage the inventory of hospital drugs and order as required.
• Supervise the selection and drafting of cattle for dispatch

Competencies & Experience

• Ability to coach and mentor, passionate about developing and building capability in people; inspires and motivates others Strong people management skills with demonstrated ability in creating a diverse, fun and outcome focused culture
• Experience in hitting stretch KPI’s ensuring that key Company and financial targets are met
• Full strategic accountability for the management and successful execution of the Station's program
• Excellent organisational skills overseeing day to day planning, within a logistically busy and diverse environment within the Station
• An understanding and appreciation of requirements to run a busy station, and complex problems to solve
• Confidence with technology ensuring it drives innovation and efficiency throughout the business
• Strength in stakeholder management
• Experience in feedlot cattle management, water management
• Good understanding of cattle and animal welfare
• Knowledge of Quality Assurance Program
• Experience in intensive operational cattle management

Employee Benefits

• Competitive remuneration & allowances
• Service recognition & employee discounts with preferred suppliers
• Ongoing training and development, both on-the-job and from external providers  
• Wi-Fi access, air-conditioned accommodation and meals provided
• Fare / travel reimbursement and other allowances as per company policy
• Internal transfer and career opportunities 
• Novated lease opportunities 

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