ANZSCO ID 1213
Livestock Farmers plan, organise, control, coordinate and perform farming operations to breed and raise livestock.
Job Titles
- Apiarist or Beekeeper
- Beef Cattle Farmer, or Grazier
- Dairy Cattle Farmer
- Deer Farmer
- Goat Farmer
- Horse Breeder, or Horse Stud Manager
- Mixed Livestock Farmer
- Pig Farmer
- Poultry Farmer
- Sheep Farmer
- Other Livestock Farmers
Tasks
- breeding and raising livestock for the production of honey, meat, milk, skins, eggs and wool
- monitoring and maintaining the health and condition of livestock
- providing pastures and fodder to maintain appropriate nutritional levels
- moving livestock to optimise feeding opportunities
- organising and conducting farming operations such as catching, drenching and milking livestock, sterilising machines, and collecting, grading and packaging produce
- directing and overseeing general farming activities such as maintaining pens, sheds and cages, fertilising, controlling pests and weeds, and growing fodder
- maintaining fences, equipment and water supply systems
- organising the sale, purchase and transportation of livestock and produce
- maintaining and evaluating records of farming activities, monitoring market activity and planning production accordingly
- managing business capital including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
- may select, train and supervise staff and contractors
Study Pathway
At least 5 years of relevant experience is usually needed to work in this job (that’s a skill level equal to a Bachelor Degree or higher).
Soft Skills
- Enjoy working with animals
- Independent thinker
- Problem solving
- Enjoy a variety of different tasks