We’re looking for an experienced Station Manager to lead operations at Avon Downs – a key breeding station in AACo’s northern portfolio. Located 70km west of Camooweal and 250km northwest of Mount Isa, Avon Downs plays an important role in producing premium cattle for AACo’s Wagyu brands.
As Station Manager at Avon Downs, you’ll take charge of station operations and performance, leading a skilled team to hit production targets and deliver results. You’ll oversee livestock, budgets, and reporting, while driving best practices and keeping strong communication with the Regional Manager.
Avon Downs is situated approximately 70km west of Camooweal, Queensland and 250km Northwest of Mount Isa.
Avon is a breeding property, producing cattle for AACo's Wagyu brands.
Lead and develop a skilled, diverse team to achieve operational excellence.
Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, partners, and stakeholders.
Manage budgets and P&L, ensuring financial targets are met.
Uphold the highest standards in animal husbandry and welfare.
Oversee capital and project management initiatives.
Ensure compliance with Workplace Health and Safety Guidelines.
Apply grass management tools effectively.
Set and achieve stretch KPIs aligned with company objectives.
Plan and manage daily operations and long-term projects in a fast-paced environment.
Drive innovation and efficiency through technology adoption.
Proven experience managing large-scale northern cattle operations.
Outstanding leadership and people management capabilities.
Extensive experience in intensive cattle operations
Proven ability to deliver strategic initiatives and key projects.
Flexible and adaptable with a strong belief in structure and process.
Exceptional organisational, written, and verbal communication skills.
Passion for creating a fun and inclusive workplace culture.
We’re a values-led organisation where curiosity, generosity and accountability guide how we work. We care deeply about our people, our animals and the land on which we live and work, and we’re proud of our legacy - one that’s rooted in history and driven by innovation.
At AACo, you’ll enjoy:
Tailored career development and leadership growth opportunities
Newly established workshop and feeder yards.
Beautiful gardens and a well-set-up station.
A collaborative, inclusive culture where your impact is valued
We hope this overview has provided you with valuable insight into AAco. To apply for this position, please submit your application via the apply button below. If you have any questions or would like any further information, please contact us via recruitment@aaco.com.au.
PLEASE NOTE:
Applications that do not meet the criteria listed above will not be considered.
You must also have the right to live and work in Australia permanently. We do not accept overseas candidates or WHC candidates.
Established in 1824, the Australian Agricultural Company (AACo) is Australia’s largest integrated cattle and beef producer, and is the oldest continuously operating company in Australia.
Today, AACo owns and operates a strategic balance of properties, feedlots and farms comprising around 6.4 million hectares of land in Queensland and the Northern Territory. This equates to roughly 1% of Australia’s land mass.
AACo specialises in grain fed beef and Wagyu beef production.
Leadership
AACo’s leaders are skilled and passionate about our industry. Each are required to hold themselves accountable for contributing to the success of the Company, to make safety and our people a priority and to work with integrity.
Our History
As a world leading producer of beef and agricultural products and Australia’s largest beef producer, AACo has a long and proud history. We continue to diversify our operations into a vertically integrated agribusiness, backed by a solid history of sustainability and growth.
Environment and Sustainability
AACo is committed to innovative environmental management which protects the resources on which our production systems are based.
Our environment and sustainability initiatives are driven by a dedicated and skilled Rangelands team who are committed to best practice and support our people to deliver on environmental compliance.
