Irongate Wagyu - Calf Catching Opportunity

About Us
Irongate Wagyu is the largest West Australian–owned 100% Fullblood Wagyu stud, proudly operating since 2005. We are a vertically integrated Wagyu business, taking our livestock all the way from breeding through to beef sales. As a family-owned and operated enterprise, we are committed to excellence in genetics, animal welfare, and staff development.

The Role
Reporting to the Livestock Manager, you will work as part of our team, assisting in calf catching and calf management. Using a quad bike and calf-catching sidecar, you will be directly involved in supporting calf survivability and accurate early registration.

Key responsibilities include:

Assisting with calf catching and marking

Recording data into a mobile-friendly app (using your own mobile phone, or a work phone provided if required)

Collecting DNA samples, identifying gender and dam, applying ear tags and NLIS devices, recording weights, and administering animal health treatments

Supporting cows with calving difficulties

Maintaining the calf-rearing facility and feeding poddy calves, including hand-raising and observation

Participating in broader farm work such as feeding, silage production and carting, stock movements, water checks, and property maintenance as required

Good Things to Know

We are a vertically integrated Fullblood Wagyu operation, family owned and operated, with our cattle going right through to beef sales

Excellent track record of long-term staff retention

A growing and expanding business, including new value-added Wagyu products

You will join a respected, professional team with a strong workplace culture

We place a high priority on work health and safety

About You
We are looking for someone reliable, practical, and motivated to be part of our team.

You will have:

Proven experience riding a quad bike or motorbike (essential)

Experience with cattle (highly desirable)

Practical farm experience, including maintenance skills

Strong attention to detail and ability to work under pressure

Excellent communication skills — able to record information clearly, follow instructions accurately, and work effectively within a team

A team-oriented approach, while also capable of working independently

An Australian manual driver’s licence and experience towing a trailer (essential)

The ability to “read the play” and anticipate livestock needs

Initiative, flexibility, and problem-solving ability

Physical fitness and good health to meet the demands of the role

Legal entitlement to work in Australia (essential)

Willingness to use your own mobile phone for on-farm data recording (a work phone can be provided if preferred)

Please note: No accommodation is provided with this role.

Why Join Us

Be part of WA’s largest 100% Fullblood Wagyu stud

Family-owned, values-driven workplace with supportive team culture

Professional, safety-conscious environment

Long-term career opportunities in a growing business

Competitive remuneration package offered to the right candidate

How to Apply
If this role sounds like a good fit for you, please apply with a brief cover letter and your resume.