Beef Cattle Farmer

2026-10-29 to 2026-11-30

BEEF CATTLE FARMER
KATANKA PTY LTD
CONDINGUP, WA 6450
EMPLOYMENT: FULL-TIME, PERMANENT

ANNUAL SALARY: AUD $120K - $140K PLUS SUPERANNUATION

KATANKA PTY LTD is looking for a full-time BEEF CATTLE FARMER who can undertake the below tasks:

Responsibilities

• Plan, organise and oversee beef cattle breeding and production across the Willcher and Merriman properties.
• Manage herd productivity, animal health and welfare, grazing, feed and livestock water requirements.
• Coordinate daily farm operations, resources, equipment, infrastructure and safe work practices.

Tasks

• Plan mating, calving, weaning and herd movements, monitoring conception rates, calf survival, growth and steer weights.
• Inspect cattle for health and nutritional issues, arrange preventative treatments and veterinary care, and implement biosecurity measures.
• Assess pasture availability and stocking rates, and organise grazing rotations, supplementary feeding and fodder storage.
• Complete livestock and water checks, including three scheduled runs per week, and inspect fences, yards, pumps and troughs.
• Operate farm machinery safely, coordinate routine maintenance and obtain approval for major repairs or purchases.
• Maintain herd, health, production and expenditure records, and assist with livestock sale preparation and transport.

Qualifications

• A relevant bachelor's degree or higher qualification in agriculture, animal science, livestock production or a closely related field.
• At least five years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualification.
• Training in livestock handling, agricultural machinery, chemical safety and animal welfare is advantageous.

Skills

• Strong practical knowledge of beef cattle breeding, husbandry, nutrition, health and welfare.
• Ability to plan grazing and feeding programs, assess stocking rates and manage livestock water supplies.
• Competence in operating agricultural equipment and maintaining fences, yards and water infrastructure.
• Sound planning, recordkeeping, independent decision-making and communication skills.
• Knowledge of biosecurity, livestock identification, workplace health and safety, and safe chemical handling.

Experience

• Substantial commercial beef cattle farming experience, including breeding, calving, weaning and herd management.
• Demonstrated experience managing livestock health, grazing, feed, water and daily farm operations.
• Experience coordinating machinery, maintenance, production records and livestock movements across rural properties.
• Ability to work independently in remote outdoor conditions and respond promptly to urgent animal welfare or water-supply issues.

ANNUAL SALARY: AUD $120K - $140K PLUS SUPERANNUATION