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Assists in the smooth running of the mart. Can include a wide variety of tasks from animal care to animal sales activities. Involves working with animals and farmers.
Works for government agencies to ensure that traders, farmers and agribusinesses comply with all relevant laws and regulations.
Farm workers carry out the general duties and heavy labour involved in running a farm.
Focused on improving farm productivity through the development and maintenance of farm machinery and the design of agricultural systems and infrastructure.
Assists a Veterinary Surgeon with the treatment and nursing of sick and injured animals.
Prepares and supplies food, drink and entertainment for functions and special events.
Dog groomers are involved in advising owners on caring for their dogs. They groom and trim dogs. They may clip the dog's claws and clean their teeth and ears.
A bloodstock agent is responsible for purchasing horses for racing and breeding both privately and at public auctions as well as providing advice to clients on mating for mares, pedigrees and racing plans. A bloodstock agent must have extensive knowledge on thoroughbred pedigrees, racing form, and conformation.
Manages the local environment towards preserving and protecting areas of natural beauty and promoting biodiversity.
Catering Assistants serve food and beverages to customers from behind a counter at events or at catering establishments such as cafes and self-service restaurants.
A head person is the supervisor of the stable staff team in a racing yard and responsible for the smooth day to day running of a yard. The role is responsible for planning and scheduling the daily tasks in the yard ensuring a high standard of work is maintained by the stable staff team and that they are appropriately trained and developed and general care of thoroughbreds.
Works in a butchers shop preparing meat for sale to the public.