Head Stockperson (Beef Cattle)

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Areas Of Interest:   Animals - Farm, Domestic & Wildlife
Certificate Level:  Certificate IV
Certificate Name:  Certificate IV in Agriculture
Certificate Description:  Head Stockpersons (Beef Cattle) are responsible for a number of workers and a range of beef cattle and property operations including: supervision of cattle operations including feeding, mating, managing artificial breeding and embryo transfer programs, managing vehicle and equipment maintenance, water supplies and training staff.
Code:  AHC40116
Work Type:  Nature & Recreation Practical & Manual

Skills & Knowledge you will learn

Maintain work health and safety processes
Manage pastures for livestock production
Coordinate artificial insemination and fertility management of livestock
Develop livestock feeding plans
Implement and monitor animal welfare programs
Supervise animal health programs
Supervise maintenance of property, machinery and equipment
Plan and implement infrastructure improvements
Administer finance, insurance and legal requirements
Report on financial activity
Supervise work routines and staff performance
Implement and monitor quality assurance procedures