2026 Livestock Career Development Program

Overview

2026 Livestock Development Program – Mackay at Nutrien Ag Solutions. Go Further with your career at Nutrien Ag Solutions. Competitive salary package | Robust learning & development program. Successful candidates to start in January 2026.

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About the program

Based at our Mackay branch, the 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 in-house Certificate in Livestock Marketing. During the 24-month program (roles are all permanent), all Livestock Trainees will be involved in four leadership and skill-building workshops, receive on the ground training, and have mentors assigned to provide ongoing support. You’ll have the opportunity to work in both saleyard and branch environments, mentored and guided by experienced livestock employees and leaders, learning effective selling and relationship building techniques.

What to expect

- Accelerated learning opportunities to kick start your career within Livestock
- Professional networking opportunities across the business
- Placement mobility after the 24-month program concludes (you may be required or have the opportunity to move locations)
- Development in business skills: compliance, sales and client relationship building, communication, marketing and social media, understanding finance, problem solving, negotiation and leadership
- Livestock skills: next generation stock and station agency skills, livestock productivity, animal health and nutrition, Auctions Plus, auctioneering, wool technical and market requirements and emerging technology

Who we’re 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
- Minimum of 24 months experience within the Agricultural industry, ideally within Livestock
- Willingness to relocate during or after the program
- Australian or New Zealand citizen, or Australian permanent resident (temporary VISA holders are not eligible)
- Vaccinated or willing to receive Q Fever vaccination
- Ability to work in a team, willingness to learn, strong communication and problem-solving skills, and leadership potential
- Genuine interest and desire to work and learn about the Livestock Industry

Benefits

- Attractive remuneration package
- Additional day of leave – Nutrien Day
- Gender-neutral parental leave policy
- Supportive, flexible, engaging environment for personal/professional development
- Opportunities to support community partnerships
- Wellbeing initiatives, annual health checks & flu shots, onsite wellbeing sessions & webinars
- Ongoing training and development to pursue individual ambitions
- Purchase Leave – buy additional annual leave

Application process

- Applications must include a CV
- Cover letter outlining passion for agriculture and alignment with safety and integrity values (one page)
- Pre-employment background and medical check as part of recruitment
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted; updates may be provided in writing
- Applications close 17:00 (AEST) Sunday 28 September

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