Sheep Farmer: OSCA 152431

Plans, organises, controls, coordinates and performs farming operations to breed and raise sheep for wool, meat 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 sheep for the production of wool, meat, milk and breeding stock
• Organises sheep farming operations and routines, such as feeding, herding and drenching, and administration of nutrition programs, vaccinations and medications
• Selects and purchases breeding stock, and manages sheep breeding programs
• Organises sheep farming activities such as shearing, milking, and sterilising and maintaining shearing equipment
• Monitors and maintains the health, welfare and condition of sheep, including by developing and overseeing strategies to manage biosecurity and other risks
• Directs and oversees general sheep farming activities, including the provision and maintenance of infrastructure such as pens and sheds, and the preparation of pasture and fodder
• Organises the sale, purchase and transportation of sheep for meat and breeding purposes, and the sale of wool or other sheep products
• Maintains and evaluates records of sheep farming activities, monitors market activity, and plans production accordingly
• Manages sheep farm business capital, including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
• May select, train and supervise sheep farm staff and contractors