Livestock Hand
Job No:
SBB635
Location:
Chinchilla
Are you practical, safety-minded, and keen to work outdoors with cattle in a team-based operation? Join the team at Bottle Tree Feedlot and play a key role in the daily care, handling, and performance of our livestock.
About us
Stanbroke is a reputable family-owned and operated Australian cattle and beef business. Our operations span across Northern Queensland, with the extensive cattle properties, backgrounding operations in Southern Queensland, state-of-the-art cattle feedlots, a fully accredited beef processing facility and global marketing capabilities. We offer a full range of Grain and Grass-fed beef categories and export to over 40 countries globally.
What you'll be doing
As a Livestock Hand, you'll support the day-to-day management and welfare of cattle across the feedlot — working closely with an experienced stock team to monitor animal health, assist with cattle movements, and keep the yards safe and clean.
- Daily monitoring of cattle across feedlot pens
- Riding pens on your own horse to identify animals requiring attention
- Assisting with drafting, processing, and cattle movements
- Supporting animal health programs under the direction of senior staff
- Maintaining clean, safe yards and facilities
- Operating plant and equipment as required (training provided)
- Following biosecurity and safety procedures
- Working collaboratively with the livestock and operations teams
What you'll bring
- Your own horse, suitable and fit for pen riding
- A strong commitment to workplace health and safety
- Genuine interest in cattle and agriculture
- Willingness to work outdoors in all weather conditions
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Good communication skills and attention to detail
- A reliable, hardworking attitude and willingness to learn
Why join Stanbroke?
- Full-time, permanent position
- On-the-job training and development
- Premium single accommodation available if required, including meals onsite
- Supportive, team-oriented workplace
- A stable, well-established Australian agribusiness
- Room to build a long-term career in the cattle and beef industry
If you're after a hands-on role with cattle in a leading feedlot operation, we'd love to hear from you. Join us and help drive the continued success of Bottle Tree Feedlot.
