Assistant Manager, Cattle Station — On‑Site Housing

Paraway; Camooweal; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-farm accommodation

Meals provided

Supportive team environment

Leading pastoral company

Onsite casual work for partner

Job summary

Paraway is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager to work with the Station Manager at Rocklands Station near Camooweal, on the Queensland-Northern Territory border. The role supports daily operations and long-term planning on a 665,000-hectare property that breeds crossbred cattle.

You will play a key role in leadership, safety, and team development, with opportunities for personal growth within a progressive beef business in northern Australia.

Qualifications

• Experience as a supervisor or manager on a cattle station.
• Strong leadership with budgeting and planning abilities.
• Excellent communication and safety-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support Station Manager to ensure performance of the property within approved budget.
• Balance day-to-day operations with long-term planning and financial decisions.
• Mentor, motivate and build a positive team culture.
• Maintain accurate stock movement and treatment records.
• Operate and maintain plant, machinery and vehicles safely; fencing experience preferred.
• Commit to animal welfare, safety standards, and sustainable land management practices.
• Build relationships with staff, contractors, suppliers and key consultants.
• Support planning, communication and team development for the station.

Skills

People management

Safety leadership

Stock records

Planning & budgeting

Communication

Job description

Paraway is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager to work with the Station Manager at Rocklands Station near Camooweal, on the Queensland-Northern Territory border. The role supports daily operations and long-term planning on a 665,000-hectare property that breeds crossbred cattle.

You will play a key role in leadership, safety, and team development, with opportunities for personal growth within a progressive beef business in northern Australia.