Mixed Crop and Livestock Farmer

West & Haggerty run a farming production enterprise in the Mid West region of Western Australia, producing cereal, legume, lamb, wool and beef. The business is looking for a hands-on enthusiastic Mixed Crop and Livestock Farmer to join our growing production team.

Duties associated with this position will include but not be limited to:

• Planning and organising farming and farm management activities involving the cultivation of crops and the breeding and rising of livestock.
• Monitoring and maintaining the health, welfare and condition of livestock.
• Providing pastures, fodder and water to maintain animal health.
• Planning and maintaining crop production.
• Directing and overseeing general farming activities to maintain animal and crop health by managing biosecurity and other risks and controlling pests and weeds.
• Planning and overseeing the provision and maintenance of infrastructure.
• Planning and coordinating the sale, purchase and transportation of livestock and produce.
• Maintaining records of farming activities.

While a graduate will be preferred, it is essential that the candidate has a minimum of five years previous experience.

The successful candidate will need to be prepared to locate themselves in the Beacon area.