Feedlot General Hand

JBS Australia’s Southern Division, headquartered in Melbourne, has the largest multi-species processing facility in Australia, processing beef, sheep, and goats. JBS Southern processing facilities have access to all major international markets, providing our livestock suppliers with a range of markets and brand opportunities.

Join our Yambinya’s team as a Feedlot General Hand and embark on an exciting career where innovation meets sustainability. You’ll be at the forefront of revolutionising food production, creating healthier and more environmentally friendly protein sources.

Located near Burraboi in southern New South Wales, JBS Australia’s Yambinya feedlot is a premier facility with a licensed capacity of 12,000 beef cattle and 45,000 lambs. Acquired in 2009, Yambinya is renowned for its Portoro Natural grain program, producing sustainable, hormone-free, GMO-free, and antibiotic-free beef. This feedlot plays a crucial role in JBS's high-end beef production, ensuring top-quality grain-fed cattle for discerning markets. Hands to join our Livestock Team, working a 10 on / 4 off roster.

NOTE: Roster may vary depending on the season/weather conditions and changes are at the discretion of the business.

Your key responsibilities will include:

Vehicle pre-operational checks

Commodity (ration) batching

Delivery of ration to Livestock

Hay processing and receival

Irrigation operations and and crop preparation including cultivation and spraying

Operation and maintenance of machinery and equipment, including broad acre, row crop implements and tractors

General farming duties as required

Maintaining compliance with JBS Australia policies, including but not limited to: WHS, HR, QA, Animal Welfare & Environmental obligations

Additional tasks as directed by the Supervisor and/or Leading Hand

About You

Availability to work a 10 days on / 4 days off roster

Experience with operating trucks, front end loaders and other heavy machinery desirable

Ability to work unsupervised as well as in a team environment

Mechanical aptitude

Ability to prioritise and multi-task

Proven experience working in a similar environment

Basic computer skills

Good work ethic and a willingness to share information and skills

Sound knowledge and understanding of safe work practices