As a Senior Farmhand, you will: - Provide operational support for research projects through the accurate operation,adjustment and calibration of plant and equipment including livestock handling,weighing and identification equipment and specialist research equipment.- Undertake livestock and pasture agronomic activities including mustering, cattle husbandry, grazing land management, livestock water systems installation and operation, machine operation, agricultural Agvet and chemical application, care and maintenance of livestock to ensure welfare.

• Undertaking property maintenance activities including light fabrication,construction and maintenance of yards, fences, livestock and other water supply systems and other farm infrastructure.- Work independently and with other staff, following instructions from supervisor and/or Research Facility Manager to successfully complete tasks to support research projects.- Provide technical and operational support to the maintenance program for heavy plant, vehicles, equipment, infrastructure, and land assets to ensure these are research ready, functional, safe and reliable.

What we are looking for: There are some qualifications that we see as mandatory. You must possess: - A current 'C' class drivers licence is a requirement for this role.- Capacity to live and work with a small team in a remote location.- Experience in extensive livestock and grazing property operations, farming and/or agricultural research in Northern Australia.Essential requirements- Q-Fever immunization/confirmation of acquired immunity or willingness to acquire- Possession of and / or ability and willingness to acquire Chemcert accreditation
While not essential, it would be an added bonus if you have the following: - Class R and HR licence.- Current front-end loader, backhoe, dozer and grader operator's tickets
You will have a keen eye for detail, great time management and effective problem-solving skills. More than anything, you will have a positive attitude and make a great contribution to our team. This is an operational 'hands-on' role at the extensive 38,000ha Spyglass Beef Research Facility. Spyglass' is located approx. 110 kms North of Charters Towers and 135 kms North/West of Townsville and carrying over 4,000 head. On-site family accommodation may be available for the successful applicant.
Why work for us?Learn why our people choose DAF and more importantly, why they stay.http://www.daf.qld.gov.au/our-organisation/meet-our-people- Work with passion and purpose- Have a tangible impact, for today and tomorrow- Enjoy interesting, diverse work
Join us and help enrich Queensland's agricultural businesses.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/592703/24
Closing Date: Thursday, 03 October 2024This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.