We are looking for a talented Station Leading Hand to join our team in Goonoo.
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)
Coordinate daily station activities and communicate work priorities to ensure production targets are achieved.
Organise and supervise mustering teams, livestock movements and animal husbandry programs alongside the head stockperson.
Oversee cattle handling practices, ensuring all activities are completed safely, efficiently and in line with animal welfare standards.
Monitor the welfare and management of cattle and horses, including feeding, treatment, training and husbandry activities.
Maintain accurate livestock records, stock movements and reporting requirements through company systems.
Support Quality Assurance programs by ensuring compliance with livestock identification, treatment recording and documentation requirements.
Support maintenance and capital improvement programs, including station infrastructure, fencing, yards, waters and equipment.
Work closely with station leadership to implement operational plans, allocate resources and achieve business objectives.
Contribute to performance development, coaching and mentoring of team members.
Promote and maintain safe work practices and compliance with company policies and procedures.
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
Previous experience working on a cattle station, feedlot or similar livestock operation.
Strong practical skills in cattle handling, mustering, animal husbandry and general station operations.
Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to train, coach and support others.
Knowledge of livestock welfare standards, quality assurance requirements and livestock record keeping.
A current driver's licence.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment.
Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise competing demands.
A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
Flexibility, resilience and a strong work ethic in a remote operational environment.
Competitive remuneration & allowances
Service recognition & employee discounts with preferred suppliers
Ongoing training and development, both on-the-job and from external providers
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).
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.
Our properties
The Australian Agricultural Company portfolio spans some of Australia's largest cattle breeding, backgrounding and Wagyu production operations across the Northern Territory and Queensland.
Northern Territory Stations
Anthony Lagoon & Eva Downs – Located in the central Barkly Tableland.
Avon Downs & Austral Downs – Extensive cattle breeding properties on the southern Barkly Tableland.
Brunette Downs – One of Australia's largest and most renowned cattle stations.
Camfield Station – Located in the Victoria River District.
Delamere Station & Montejinni Station – Key breeding properties in the Victoria River District.
Queensland Stations
Adria Downs & Arrabury – Located in Queensland's famous Channel Country.
Brighton Downs – Situated along the Diamantina River.
Canobie – Located in the northern Gulf Country.
Carrum – Near Julia Creek.
Clifton Hills – A significant Channel Country grazing property.
Dalgonally – A major growing-out station north of Julia Creek.
Headingly – Located along the Georgina River.
Lawn Hill – Located in the northern Gulf Country.
Meteor Downs – Situated in Central Queensland.
South Galway – Located on Cooper Creek in the Channel Country.
Wondoola – A key Gulf Country operation.
Wylarah – A breeding and backgrounding aggregation near Surat in southern Queensland.
Feedlots & Farming Properties
Aronui Feedlot – AACo's flagship Wagyu finishing facility located approximately 20km north of Dalby.
Goonoo – A feedlot, backgrounding and farming operation in Central Queensland.
