Description:
We are looking for a Station Hand to assist with cattle and farming operations at Oakland Park Station in Croydon, Qld. The role will initially be for a fixed term until the end of September, with the possibility for an extension if the wet season has not commenced and work can continue.
Key responsibilities:
- Reporting to the Station Manager, you will be responsible for:
- Cattle management, including mustering and conducting animal husbandry tasks, ensuring it is done precisely and safely.
- Farming and pasture programs, ensuring it is done precisely and safely.
- General farm duties including feeding, lick runs, checking water, fencing, operating machinery, and general farm maintenance.
- Property development programs related to farm infrastructure, pastures, and cultivation.
- Assist management to achieve production objectives.
Requirements
- You will hold a C class drivers’ licence (essential).
- You will be physically fit.
- You will be keen to learn any livestock handling skills or have experienced working on a farm (preferred).
- You will have good communication skills.
- You will be able to work independently and as part of a team.
- You will be flexible, reliable, and available to work hours which may vary to meet operational demands (with potential for Saturday work).
Benefits
- An award based hourly rate dependent on your skills and prior experience.
- Accommodation provided.
How to Apply:
Please submit a covering letter addressing the requirements mentioned above and your resume via our website by 12 May 2024. Please note that candidates will be evaluated as applications are received.
About Rural Funds Management:
Rural Funds Management (RFM) is an industry leader managing approximately $2.3 billion in agricultural assets on behalf of retail and institutional investors, including the ASX-listed Rural Funds Group (RFF). We have over 27 years' experience owning, developing, and operating farms in most Australian states.
At RFM, our culture is built on the core principle of 'Managing good assets with good people.' We believe in being precise, offering variety, rewarding effort, and providing a friendly workplace.
Joining RFM means becoming part of a dedicated team of over 240 professionals, including fund managers, finance experts, horticulturists, agronomists, and farm managers. Whether you are seeking a corporate or operational role, RFM has a place for individuals who are passionate about agriculture and finance.