Cowboy/Herdsman - AU Ranches
Barrick Gold — Battle Mountain, NV, United States
Posted 2026-11-05
Position Description:
The successful candidate will be required to maintain and work many different ranch jobs, but focusing on being part of the Cowboy Crew on the TS, Horseshoe and Dean Ranches. Tasks include but are not limited to: caring for cattle, vaccinating, branding, weaning, shipping, doctoring, feeding, etc; performs other duties as assigned.
Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will work within the livestock division of NGM’s agricultural operations. Candidate will be part of a busy, fast moving team and will complete tasks associated with the care and handling of livestock. Candidate will split time between multiple ranch locations between Carlin, NV and Battle Mountain, NV. But will likely focus time on the Horseshoe Ranch. Candidate will monitor cattle by observing livestock to identify sick, injured or stressed animals and provide needed care. Candidate will assist with branding, weaning, processing, shipping, receiving, calving, and general animal welfare, etc. Job sometimes will require early mornings and often long days horseback. Candidate will be required to complete feeding, fencing and other maintenance activities, among other tasks as assigned. Candidate will often work alone but may also work as part of a team to complete tasks on time and within budget.
Position will report to the AU Ranch Manager.
Qualifications:
To be considered for this job, applicants must meet these basic requirements:
- Prior Cowboy experience on Rangeland or Feedlot Operations required
- Ability to operate heavy equipment located on Ranches required
- Valid Nevada driver’s license required
- Ability to be self motivated & able to work alone in remote locations required
- Ability to work in all climate conditions including high allergy conditions required
- Ability to be able to lift 50+ pounds required
- Ability to provide all horse tack required
- Ability to shoe horses required
- Access to personal horses, not required but highly desired
- Housing included with Job Offer but must be able to live on the ranch (Likely the Horseshoe Ranch, Beowawe, Nevada)
What We Can Offer You
- A comprehensive compensation package including bonuses benefits, and stock purchase plans where applicable
- Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
- Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
- Opportunities to grow and learn with the industry colleagues are endless
- Access to a variety of career opportunities across Nevada Gold Mine locations
- Nevada Gold Mines is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer
About Nevada Gold Mines
Nevada Gold Mines is a joint venture between Barrick Gold Corporation (61.5%) and Newmont Goldcorp Corporation (38.5%), combining their significant assets across Nevada to create the single largest gold-producing complex in the world and realize the full potential of these mines through synergies and best-in-class operational improvements.
The massive mining operation comprises 8 mines along with their associated infrastructure and processing facilities that produced an estimated 4 million ounces of gold in 2018. Three of these assets are Tier One gold mines: Barrick’s Cortez; the combination of Barrick’s Goldstrike and Newmont Goldcorp’s Carlin; and the combination of Barrick’s Turquoise Ridge and Newmont Goldcorp’s Twin Creeks. In addition, Barrick’s Goldrush-Fourmile project has the potential to become the fourth Tier One asset in this portfolio. The new JV is expected to generate around $5 billion in cost savings over the next five years. Nevada Gold Mines is operated by Barrick.
Thank you for your application, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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