Animal care receptionist, Aquaculture worker
Sale Farm & Equine

Gain hands-on experience in a rural retail environment by working alongside the friendly team at Sale Farm & Equine. Students will learn about products that support the farming, equine, and pet industries while developing practical customer service and retail skills. This placement provides a great introduction to careers in agriculture, animal care, retail, and rural supplies. Sale Farm & Equine stocks a wide range of animal feeds, equine products, fencing supplies, pet care items, and farm equipment.

Skills You Might Learn

- Customer service and communication.
- Retail operations and merchandising.
- Stock management and organisation.
- Workplace health and safety awareness.
- Teamwork and problem-solving.
- Knowledge of rural, farming, and animal care products.
- Time management and responsibility.

Typical Tasks & Duties

- Assist with unpacking and stocking shelves.
- Learn about animal feed, equine, pet, and farm supply products.
- Help maintain a clean, organised, and safe retail environment.
- Support staff with customer service and carrying purchases (where appropriate).
- Observe stock control and merchandising techniques.
- Assist with labelling products and checking stock levels.
- Learn about workplace operations and day-to-day retail procedures.

Student Requirements

- Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
- Interest in agriculture, farming, horses, animals, or retail.
- Good communication and teamwork skills.
- Ability to follow instructions and work safely.
- Reliable and punctual.

Dress Requirements

- Neat, tidy clothing suitable for a retail environment.
- Long pants and enclosed footwear (steel-cap boots may be preferred if working in storage areas).
- Hair tied back if required.
- Weather-appropriate clothing for any outdoor tasks.

Special Transport Requirements

Students are responsible for arranging their own transport to and from the workplace unless otherwise organised by their school or family.