Feedlot General Hand

Manages the movement of livestock, hides, and finished products. JBS Carriers, the transportation arm of JBS Australia, supports JBS operations through an efficient logistical structure that optimises everything from the transportation of cattle to finished products and export containers. The fleet operates under NHVAS accreditation and includes 29 prime movers and 75 trailers that travel a combined seven million kilometres per year.

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