Occupation

841232 Cattle and Sheep Farm Worker

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

841232 Cattle and Sheep Farm Worker

Performs routine tasks on a cattle and sheep farm, such as moving, feeding, counting and assisting with animal husbandry.

Skill level: 4

Main tasks

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