Shearer

What people in this role do:

• Remove sheep from catching pens and shear fleece from sheep in one piece
• Select appropriate shearing combs to suit the type of sheep and wool
• Treat any skin cuts from shearing on sheep
• Return shorn sheep to let-out pens for checking and counting
• Select hand shears or special combs and shear stud animals
• Clean, sharpen and maintain combs and cutters

Your chances of success will be better if you have:

• Ability to work as part of a team
• Ability to work quickly and consistently with your hands
• Good coordination and are able to handle sheep with confidence
• Ability to live in remote areas
• Physical fitness
• School Certificate

The Future

• Employment for minimum of one year
• Employment areas include: shearing teams or self employed
• For more options see www.myfuture.edu.au

Who to contact for more information and advice?