General Hand - Saleyards

Mount Barker Regional Saleyards

Are you looking for a hands-on role in a dynamic rural environment? The Shire of Plantagenet is seeking a motivated General Hand Saleyards to support the safe and efficient operation of the Mount Barker Regional Saleyards.

About the Role

Working as part of a small team, you will assist with the day-to-day operation, cleaning and maintenance of the saleyards, helping to ensure facilities remain safe, functional and well presented.

Key responsibilities include:

• Operating the saleyards weighbridge
• Cleaning and maintaining cattle yards and troughs
• Undertaking general maintenance tasks
• Operating plant and equipment as required
• Supporting the efficient operation of the saleyards
• Assisting with emergency service activities when required

About You

To be successful, you will have:

• A basic understanding of the cattle industry and rural communities
• Good communication and customer service skills
• The ability to work effectively within a team
• A commitment to workplace safety
• A current WA "C" Class Driver's Licence
• A good level of physical fitness

Previous saleyard experience, plant operation experience, a skid steer ticket, Senior First Aid qualification, or a firearms licence will be highly regarded.

Why Join Us?

Join a supportive team that values integrity, professionalism, accountability, responsibility and customer focus, while contributing to an important service for our local agricultural community.

Classification: Level 2 - $32.94 per hour

How To Apply

For a copy of the Application Package, please visit the Shire's website, www.plantagenet.wa.gov.au or phone (08) 9892 1111 9892 1111).

Applications addressed to the undersigned, including a cover letter and resume, should be sent to [email protected] or mailed to PO Box 48, Mount Barker WA 6324 by 4:15 Friday 4 September 2026.

The Shire of Plantagenet is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating an equitable and diverse workplace. We are actively encouraging people with a disability, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, to apply for available positions.

Anthony Middleton ACTING CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER