Join Australian Agricultural Company at Goonoo Feedlot as a Livestock Leading Hand and take the next step in your cattle career.
This hands-on role combines cattle handling, horse work, team leadership and feedlot operations, offering the opportunity to work with one of Australia’s most respected beef producers while building your skills in a supportive, safety-focused environment.
Goonoo Feedlot & Station is situated in the Central Highlands of Queensland, 65km southeast of Emerald, and is a specialised Wagyu feedlot & backgrounding operation, feeding 20,000 head of Wagyu cattle for both international and domestic markets.
Nearby Towns:
Emerald (45mins drive)
Blackwater (35mins drive)
Comet (15mins drive)
This role is required to lead the livestock team with operational activities scheduled by the Livestock Manager.
Complete general cattle handling duties and ensure all animals are handled and treated as per the AACo policy on animal welfare.
Ride a horse through all pens daily to ensure all animals are in good health.
Identify animals that are unwell and move them to the hospital for treatment.
Induct livestock into the feedlot, including installing ear tags, administering injections, banding tails, and checking teeth and backlines.
Use a computer operating system to record all identification, including weight and treatment, for all cattle.
Assist with hospital treatment of all livestock.
Carry out all general feedlot duties, including maintenance of induction sheds and hospital facilities.
Occasional will be required to work overtime to cover any weekend gaps or unloading/loading any trucks out of hours.
Utilise machinery when required.
Support the livestock manager in running operational activities.
Mentor and support livestock team members with operational activities on a daily basis.
Previous experience in a similar role is highly desirable.
Knowledge of cattle husbandry and skills in general cattle handling.
Basic level of horsemanship required.
Ability to adopt safe working practices.
Strong time management skills and work ethic.
Display a results-focused mindset and be a strong team player.
A positive frame of mind and an optimistic output is extremely desirable.
Strong safety mindset to drive safety and efficiency.
Previous experience leading a team.
Thrive on continuous learning and growth opportunities!
Air-conditioned accommodation and prepared meals.
Competitive remuneration & allowances
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 :
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.
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.
