We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Head Stockman to join us for the 2026 season.
In this role you will lead a stockcamp in managing the day-to-day activities on the station, overseeing livestock health and welfare, and ensuring efficient and effective stock management.
The successful candidate will bring strong leadership skills, extensive hands-on experience with livestock, and a deep understanding of cattle management practices.
Pigeon Hole Station, managed by Trent Preece & Jasmine Stewart, is located in the Victoria River Downs district, 420km west of Katherine, NT, and runs approximately 8,000 breeders with a total herd over 22,000 head, covering 1,800km2.
Lead and supervise a team, providing guidance and training as needed.
Oversee livestock movement, feeding, breeding programs.
Ensure upkeep of facilities, fencing, water systems, and equipment required for livestock management.
Foster a strong safety culture by adhering to industry regulations, workplace safety standards, and safe work behaviours to maintain a safe and compliant working environment.
Proven relevant experience in a similar supervisory role.
Strong understanding of livestock health, behaviour, breeding, and general station operations.
High standard of horsemanship and cattlemanship.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively manage and coordinate with staff and management.
As a family-owned business with over 35 years of experience, we prioritise a healthy balance between work and lifestyle. We offer employees the chance to engage in social events, including campdrafts, rodeos, fishing trips, and more.
Applicants please submit your cover letter (Att: Trent Preece) and your resume via the APPLY NOW button below with 2 or more work references who are contactable (these will be checked).
For further information contact:
📞 Trent Preece 0488 051 044
🌐 https://heytesburypastoral.com.au/
PLEASE NOTE :
This is a permanent position and not available to Working Holiday Visa Holders (Backpackers) or overseas applicants.
Applications without required skills and experience listed in the ad will not be considered.
Heytesbury Pastoral operates six stations in Western Australia and the Northern Territory, spanning 2.7 million hectares, running 165,000 head of Brahman cattle across rugged and breathtaking country.
Among our stations is the famed Victoria River Downs, which was established in 1883 and was at one time the largest cattle station in the world. Known historically as “The Big Run”, it is now run as four standalone stations: VRD, Moolooloo, Pigeon Hole and Mount Sanford.
Other stations include Birrindudu / Wallamunga (colourful cattle identity Peter Sherwin’s original station) in the NT, and Flora Valley / Nicholson / Gordon Downs (once Lord Vestey’s pastoral headquarters) in the Kimberley.
Longevity is at the core of everything we do at Heytesbury Pastoral, nurturing country, herd and people at the forefront of our operations.
We’re custodians of some of Australia’s most famous pastoral lands. They’ve been around in our industry forever, and our intent is to keep it that way well into the future by keeping country healthy.
We’re family-owned and see our team as part of our broader family, where safety is paramount, and our systems and scale can provide genuine career opportunities in the agriculture industry and beyond.
Cattle genetics and temperament are a major focus in all our operations, which is why we prioritise horseback mustering.
If you enjoy outdoor physical activities, working with livestock, developing superior horsemanship skills and/or participating in all aspects of property and equipment maintenance and upkeep, then you should consider a career with us.
