Occupation

152131 Beef Cattle Farmer

Latest release
OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia
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Reference period
2024, Version 1.0

152131 Beef Cattle Farmer

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

Alternative titles

  • Beef Cattle Farm Manager
  • Beef Cattle Grazier
  • Beef Cattle Station Manager

Specialisation

  • Feedlot Manager (Beef Cattle)

Skill level: 1

Main tasks

  • Plans, organises and coordinates the breeding and raising of beef cattle for meat and breeding stock
  • Organises feeding, watering, herding, breeding, calving and administration of vaccinations and medications for beef cattle
  • Directs and oversees general beef cattle farming infrastructure, including the provision and maintenance of fences, sheds, pens and water supply systems
  • Manages pasture and grazing systems for optimal cattle nutrition and growth
  • Monitors and maintains the health, welfare and condition of beef cattle, including managing biosecurity strategies and other risks
  • Organises the purchase, sale and transportation of beef cattle for meat and breeding purposes
  • Maintains and evaluates records of beef cattle farming activities, monitors market activity, and plans production
  • Manages beef cattle farm business capital, including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
  • May select, train and supervise beef cattle farm workers and contractors
  • May manage the operation of feedlots, including optimising feed efficiency and nutrition, waste management and sustainable land use