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Job Title


2026 Livestock Career Development Program


Company : Nutrien Ag Solutions


Location : Ballarat, Australia


Created : 2025-12-24


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

If you want a career that makes a difference, then come work with us at Nutrien where your purpose for coming to work every day is real and impactful Going Further for Australian Farmers. Our Nutrien Ag Solutions 2026 Livestock Career Development Program will provide the skills and training you need to be a future leader or technical expert within the Livestock Industry. The program is designed for top talent to gain valuable experience in all aspects of the Livestock activity while completing an inhouse Certificate in Livestock Marketing. During the 24month programme (roles are all permanent), all Livestock Trainees will be involved in four leadership and skillbuilding workshops, receive ontheground training, and have mentors assigned to you to provide ongoing support. As part of the Livestock Career Development Programme, youll have the opportunity to work in both saleyard and branch environments, being mentored and guided by our experienced livestock employees and leaders, learning effective selling and relationshipbuilding techniques. What to expect Accelerated learning opportunities to kickstart your career within Livestock Professional networking opportunities to allow you to socialise with your peers and leaders across the business Placement mobility once the 24month programme concludes. You may be required to or have the opportunity to move locations: all part of ensuring you get the most out of your experience with us Business skills Compliance, sales and client relationship building, communication, marketing and social media, understanding finance, problemsolving and negotiation and leading and managing a team Livestock skills Nextgeneration stock and station agency skills, livestock productivity, animal health and nutrition, Auctions Plus, auctioneering, wool technical and market requirements and emerging technology Who are we looking for? Strong desire to learn and succeed in the Livestock industry, excellent customer service skills and strong negotiation abilities Successful completion of Year 12 Worked successfully for a minimum of 24 months within the Agricultural industry, ideally within Livestock Be willing to relocate at the conclusion or throughout the programme Be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, or Australian permanent resident temporary visa holders are not eligible for this programme Be vaccinated or willing to receive the Q Fever vaccination The ability to work in a team environment Willingness to learn, strong communication and problemsolving skills and leadership potential Genuine interest and desire to work and learn about the Livestock Industry Successful applicants will be offered a position in October to commence the role in February 2026 to support in the peak season. Benefits Program An attractive remuneration package An additional day of leave Nutrien Day Gender neutral parental leave policy A supportive, flexible, and engaging environment that will support personal/professional development Opportunities to support community partnerships across our network Be a member of a company committed to feeding the future Ongoing training and development to pursue individual ambitions Purchase Leave purchase additional annual leave at the beginning of each calendar year Wellbeing annual health checks & flu shots onsite wellbeing sessions & webinars A culture of learning! Applications must include Copy of your CV Cover letter outlining your passion for agriculture and how you relate to our company values of safety and integrity (one page) In accordance with Nutrien Ag Solutions policies, it may be a requirement for candidates being considered to complete a preemployment background and medical check as part of the recruitment process for eligible roles. All candidates being considered will be required to complete a visa entitlement check to ensure legal rights to work in Australia are in line with the position. While we appreciate all applications we receive, only candidates under consideration will be verbally contacted; however, you can expect an update regarding the outcome of your application in written form. #J-18808-Ljbffr