ANZSCO 842317

Sheep Farm Worker

Performs routine tasks on a sheep farm, such as feeding and herding sheep into pens in preparation for branding, shearing, crutching and yarding for sale.

Also known as: Station Hand (Sheep)

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Main tasks

  • Assists with maintaining the health and welfare of sheep, including by patrolling, inspecting and reporting on their condition
  • Provides sheep with feed and water, and implements sheep feeding and welfare programs
  • Establishes pastures and crops for sheep production
  • Herds and droves sheep to access feed, as well as for shearing, milking and other farming operations
  • Undertakes general sheep farming activities, such as erecting and repairing fences, and maintaining and cleaning sheep housing
  • Operates and maintains general farm machinery, and water supply and irrigation systems

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