Assistant Manager - Rocklands

Paraway Pastoral Company; Camooweal; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

A competitive pay package

On-farm accommodation and meals

Supportive, people-first team enviro n

Leading pastoral company

Onsite casual work available to a mate

Job summary

Paraway Pastoral Company is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager to work alongside the Station Manager at Rocklands Station, near Camooweal on the Queensland–Northern Territory border. This 665,000-hectare cattle breeding hub offers modern yards, on-site accommodation and a staff recreation club.

The role focuses on day-to-day management, safety leadership and mentoring staff, with opportunities for personal development in northern beef production.

Qualifications

• Experience in cattle station management or similar agricultural role.
• Strong leadership and team-building skills.
• Demonstrated ability to manage livestock operations and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Balance day-to-day operations with long-term budgeting and planning.
• Mentor and motivate staff to maintain a positive team culture.
• Maintain stock movement records and treatments accurately.
• Operate and maintain plant, machinery and vehicles safely.
• Support Station Manager with planning and team development.

Skills

Leadership

People management

Stock management

Safety leadership

Communication

Budget planning

Job description

• Exciting opportunity to join Rocklands team
• Excellent career progression

We are looking for an experienced and capable Assistant Manager to work alongside the Station Manager at Rocklands Station, near Camooweal on the Queensland–Northern Territory border.

This 665,000-hectare property is a major cattle breeding hub for Paraway, running crossbred cattle across Barkly Downs country. With significant scale, modern yards and access to key transport routes, Rocklands is a cornerstone of Paraway’s northern operations. The Rocklands compound includes comfortable living quarters, a staff kitchen and recreation club and horse riding facilities. At Rocklands, staff enjoy spending their days off attending campdrafts and social events across the Barkly, and skiing and swimming in the Georgina River.

This role is integral to the day-to-day management of the property, supporting the Station Manager to ensure the continued success of the wider property performance. The role presents an opportunity to join a progressive business that is committed to your personal development to enable you to become a leader in the north Australian beef industry.

Key responsibilities within the role include:

• A proactive and organised approach, balancing day-to-day operational needs with long-term planning and financial decisions aligned to the approved budget
• Strong safety leadership and people management skills, with the ability to mentor, motivate and build a positive team culture
• Maintain accurate records of stock movements and treatments
• Operate and maintain plant, machinery and vehicles safely and effectively and have a good level of fencing experience

High level maintenance of plant and equipment and water infrastructure

Hands-on experience in livestock management

A commitment to animal welfare, safety standards, and sustainable land management practices.

Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with staff, contractors, suppliers, key consultants

Support the Station Manager with planning, communication and team development

Contribute to a positive, respectful team culture and set the standards for professional conduct

What we offer

• A competitive pay package
• On-farm accommodation and meals provided
• A supportive, people-first team environment
• The chance to work with a leading pastoral company
• Onsite casual work available to a partner (if required)

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and a Q Fever vaccination (or be willing to obtain one).