Working Manager | Tedlands Station | QLD

We are seeking a skilled and experienced Working Manager to join our team on a cattle breeding property near Koumala, Queensland.

This is a hands-on position suited to an honest, capable and practical cattle operator who can confidently oversee day-to-day property operations while working closely with the owner.

'Tedlands' runs approximately 2,500 to 3,000 head of Droughtmaster and Droughtmaster-cross cattle, supported by an extensive tropical pasture development program.

Conveniently located close to Koumala and Sarina, the property offers the benefits of a rural lifestyle while remaining within easy reach of local schools and services.

• Oversee and participate in day-to-day cattle and property operations

• Handle and muster cattle using horses and working dogs

• Maintain high animal welfare standards and use low-stress stock-handling practices

• Operate and maintain agricultural machinery and property equipment

• Undertake pasture development and chemical spraying, including spot, boom and mister spraying

• Complete fencing, welding and general infrastructure maintenance

• Maintain and repair property water systems

• Liaise closely with the owner regarding property operations and priorities

• Work independently while maintaining a high level of honesty, integrity and accountability

• Strong cattle handling and livestock management experience

• Experience mustering on horseback with working dogs

• Sound knowledge of low-stress stock handling and animal welfare

• Competency operating and maintaining excavators, telehandlers, trucks, tractors, buggies and quad bikes

• Experience using tractor GPS systems

• Chemical spraying experience

• Practical skills in fencing, welding and water systems

• A current HC Driver Licence

• Strong communication and organisational skills

• The ability to work effectively with the owner and independently manage daily priorities

• Competitive salary based on skills and experience

• Company-provided accommodation

• Power included

• Located approximately 6 kilometres from Koumala Primary School

• Approximately 25 kilometres from Sarina State High School, with a school bus connection from Koumala

• Long-term opportunity on a productive cattle breeding property

• Varied, hands-on role involving cattle, machinery and pasture development

If you are interested in this role and have the relevant experience please send your cover letter and resume including two current references via the APPLY NOW button

For more information please phone Ron on 0429 156 178 

Please Note: 

• This position is not available to Working Holiday Visa Holders (Backpackers). Nor do we accept applications from overseas or offer sponsorship to overseas jobseekers.