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An expanding cattle enterprise outside of Katherine, Northern Territory, is seeking experienced and confident Pen Riders to join their team.

This is a career-progressive opportunity for capable Pen Riders looking to develop within a growing operation. Applicants must have previous feedlot, cattle-handling and horse-riding experience, with the ability to confidently undertake all facets of pen riding.
 
This is a team-focused workplace, so applicants must communicate well, support those around them and work cooperatively as part of the wider feedlot team.
 
The Role
Duties will include:

• Riding pens and monitoring cattle health and behaviour.
• Identifying sick, injured or shy-feeding cattle.
• Pulling and moving cattle safely from pens.
• Assisting with drafting, processing and livestock handling.
• Checking water troughs, fencing, gates and pen conditions.
• Maintaining accurate livestock health records.
• Following low-stress stock-handling and animal welfare practices.
• Assisting with general feedlot duties as required.

What We're Looking For
Applicants must have:

• Previous feedlot and pen-riding experience.
• Strong cattle-handling skills.
• Proven horse-riding and horsemanship experience.
• Confidence across all facets of pen riding.
• A sound understanding of cattle health, behaviour and welfare.
• The ability to communicate clearly and work effectively as part of a team.
• A willingness to support other team members and assist wherever required.
• The fitness and physical ability required for the position.
• A current driver's licence and reliable vehicle.
• Work-related references relevant to feedlot, cattle or horse work.
• A reliable and self-motivated approach.

Applicants may bring a maximum of three suitable working horses. All horses must be experienced and familiar with feedlot work.
 
What's on Offer

• A career-progressive role within an expanding cattle enterprise.
• Long-term employment.
• Single accommodation available.
• Remuneration based on experience.
• Location near Katherine, Northern Territory.

This position requires genuine feedlot, cattle and horse experience.
 
For further details, call Jess on 0424 964 187.
 
The AgWay Recruitment Pty Ltd.
 

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