Station Manager | Wertago Station | NSW

Job Description

Anderson Grazing is seeking an experienced Station Manager to manage Wertago Station, approximately 180 km north-east of Broken Hill, NSW.

This hands-on role suits someone who is independent, proactive and motivated, with sound livestock knowledge and practical maintenance skills. Families and partners are welcome to apply.

The manager generally works alone, with additional staff employed during busy periods, including shearing, lamb marking, crutching and cattle work.

Property Type

Cattle & Sheep Station

Property Description

Anderson Grazing is a family-run grazing business managing approximately 300,000 acres across four properties in NSW & QLD.

This opportunity is to manage Wertago Station 180 km north-east of Broken Hill, NSW. Honesty, integrity and respect are central to the business, along with taking pride in livestock care, infrastructure and day-to-day property operations.

Start Date

Hiring Now

Working Holiday Visa/ Sponsorship applicants considered:

No

Key Tasks, Duties & Responsibilities

  • Manage day-to-day station operations, including handling sheep and cattle.

  • Monitor and maintain water points, bores, pumps and associated water infrastructure.

  • Maintain fence lines and flood gates.

  • Service and maintain motorbikes, vehicles and other plant and equipment.

  • Carry out welding, mechanical repairs and general property maintenance.

  • Maintain roads around the property.

  • Work alongside additional staff during shearing, lamb marking, crutching and cattle work.

Job Requirements

  • Experience handling sheep and cattle.

  • A sound understanding of bores, pumps, water infrastructure and fencing.

  • Welding skills and practical mechanical knowledge are essential.

  • Ability to organise workloads, use initiative and work independently.

  • An independent, proactive and motivated approach, with pride in your work.

  • Honesty, integrity and respect for others.

  • Ability to work effectively with others during busy periods.

Job Benefits

  • Opportunity to manage a station within a family-run grazing business.

  • A four-bedroom house with split-system air conditioning in all rooms.

  • Wages based on experience.

  • Families and partners welcome to apply.

Application Details

Applicants please submit via the APPLY NOW button your cover letter and resume with 2 or more work references who are contactable, as they will be checked. 

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.

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