Mixed Cattle and Sheep Farmer: OSCA 152331

Plans, organises, controls, coordinates and performs farming operations to breed and raise cattle and sheep for meat, milk, wool and breeding stock.

Skill level 1: Bachelor degree or higher, or at least 5 years of relevant experience

• Plans and coordinates the breeding and raising of cattle and sheep for the production of meat, milk, wool and breeding stock
• Organises mixed cattle and sheep farming operations and routines, such as feeding, herding and drenching, and administration of vaccinations and medications
• Selects and purchases breeding stock, and manages cattle and sheep breeding programs
• Organises cattle and sheep farming operations and routines, such as mustering, shearing, milking and sterilising machines
• Monitors and maintains the health, welfare and condition of cattle and sheep, including developing and overseeing strategies to manage biosecurity risk and disease
• Directs and oversees general cattle and sheep farming activities, including the provision and maintenance of infrastructure such as pens, fences and sheds, and the preparation of pasture and fodder
• Organises the sale, purchase and transportation of cattle and sheep for meat and breeding purposes, and the sale of wool and milk
• Maintains and evaluates records of cattle and sheep farming activities, monitors market activity, and plans production accordingly
• Manages cattle and sheep farm business capital, including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
• May select, train and supervise cattle and sheep farm workers