#58: Workplace Safety and Real-World Lessons from the Bush with Johno Mackay from JobSafe Pro
Welcome to Episode 58 of A Place to Call Home!
This week, we chat with Johno Mackay—a cattleman, contractor, and founder of JobSafe Pro, an app designed to make workplace safety easier and more practical for rural businesses.
From starting his first contract mustering job with a broken leg, to building a successful contracting and fencing business across northern Australia, Johno shares the real-life lessons learned from growing a business in the bush.
In this episode, we discuss:
🔨 The early days of contract mustering and starting out with nothing but grit
👷♂️ Lessons learned about employing people in agriculture
📲 How a workplace incident led to the creation of JobSafe Pro
🐂 Building a cattle herd alongside a contracting business
💬 Honest insights on running your own show and backing yourself
If you’re looking to learn more about Johno’s business or JobSafe Pro, check out the link below:
🔗 JobSafe Pro Facebook Page
🌏 Website: Job Safe Pro Pty ltd
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🎙️ This episode of A Place to Call Home is proudly brought to you by AgCarE—helping landholders assess, understand, and unlock the value of their natural capital.
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