1523 Mixed Cattle and Sheep Farmers

OSCA - Occupation Standard Classification for Australia

Reference period

2024, Version 1.0

Released

6/12/2024

Next release Unknown

Plan, organise, control, coordinate and perform farming operations to breed and raise cattle and sheep for meat, milk, wool and breeding stock.

The occupations in this unit group have a skill level corresponding to the qualifications and experience below.

Skill Level 1: Bachelor Degree, higher qualification, or at least five years of relevant experience

Occupation

152331 Mixed Cattle and Sheep Farmer

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

Plans and coordinates the breeding and raising of cattle and sheep for the production of meat, milk, wool and breeding stock
Organises mixed cattle and sheep farming operations and routines, such as feeding, herding and drenching, and administration of vaccinations and medications
Selects and purchases breeding stock, and manages cattle and sheep breeding programs
Organises cattle and sheep farming operations and routines, such as mustering, shearing, milking and sterilising machines
Monitors and maintains the health, welfare and condition of cattle and sheep, including developing and overseeing strategies to manage biosecurity risk and disease
Directs and oversees general cattle and sheep farming activities, including the provision and maintenance of infrastructure such as pens, fences and sheds, and the preparation of pasture and fodder
Organises the sale, purchase and transportation of cattle and sheep for meat and breeding purposes, and the sale of wool and milk
Maintains and evaluates records of cattle and sheep farming activities, monitors market activity, and plans production accordingly
Manages cattle and sheep farm business capital, including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
May select, train and supervise cattle and sheep farm workers