Head Stockperson

500 A.A Company Pty Ltd; Brunette Downs; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Meals provided

Job summary

Australian Agricultural Company (AACo) at Brunette Downs is seeking a Head Stockperson to lead daily livestock operations, mentor the stockcamp team and ensure safe, high-standard animal welfare and stock handling. You will work closely with the Operations Manager to drive performance across livestock, people and station programs.

The role requires proven leadership in pastoral settings, strong cattle handling skills, and the ability to coach teams while maintaining biosecurity and welfare

Qualifications

• Experience as Leading Hand or Head Stockperson in pastoral operations.
• Strong cattle handling, horse-riding and animal husbandry skills.
• Proven ability to lead, coach and develop people.
• Understanding of livestock welfare, biosecurity and quality assurance.
• Experience with Stockmate or similar livestock recording systems (desirable).

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor and develop the stockcamp team.
• Coordinate mustering, processing, drafting and livestock movements.
• Champion safe work practices and promote a strong safety culture.
• Coach and assess team members through AACo’s Operational Skills Framework.
• Maintain high standards of animal welfare and low-stress stock handling.
• Monitor livestock health and maintain accurate livestock records.
• Support the maintenance of water infrastructure, fencing, yards and station assets.
• Contribute to the planning and delivery of station work programs.

Skills

Stockcamp leadership

Cattle handling

People development

Livestock welfare

Biosecurity

Stockmate experience

Communication

Tools

Stockmate

Job description

Who we are: Established in 1824, Australian Agricultural Company (AACo) is one of Australia’s largest integrated cattle and beef producers and is the country’s oldest continuously operating company. Today, AACo owns and operates a strategic balance of stations, feedlots and farms spanning approximately 6.5 million hectares of land across Queensland and the Northern Territory. Our people manage a large-scale Wagyu herd, producing consistently high-quality branded beef distributed to over 20 countries around the world. We are fostering a culture that values safety, inclusion and opportunity, and are committed to integrating care for our people, animals and land into the way we do business - Reimagining Australian agriculture to share with the world - and we’d love you to join us.

About the role:

As the Head Stockperson at Brunette, you’ll play a hands-on role coordinating daily livestock operations, leading and developing your team, and ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently and to the highest animal welfare standards. Working closely with the Operations Manager, you’ll help drive performance across livestock, people, infrastructure and station operations while fostering a strong team culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor and develop the stockcamp team.
• Coordinate mustering, processing, drafting and livestock movements.
• Champion safe work practices and promote a strong safety culture.
• Coach and assess team members through AACo’s Operational Skills Framework.
• Maintain high standards of animal welfare and low-stress stock handling.
• Monitor livestock health and maintain accurate livestock records.
• Support the maintenance of water infrastructure, fencing, yards and station assets.
• Contribute to the planning and delivery of station work programs.

What We’re Looking For:

• Previous experience as a Leading Hand or Head Stockperson within a pastoral operation.
• Strong cattle handling, horse-riding and animal husbandry skills.
• Proven ability to lead, coach and develop people.
• Sound understanding of livestock welfare, biosecurity and quality assurance requirements.
• Experience with Stockmate or similar livestock recording systems (desirable).
• Strong communication, planning and problem-solving skills.
• Current Driver’s Licence and Firearms Licence (or ability to obtain).

Why AACo?

We’re a values-led organisation where curiosity, generosity and accountability guide how we work. We care deeply about our people, our animals and the land on which we live and work, and we’re proud of our legacy – one that’s rooted in history and driven by innovation.

Here’s what you can look forward to at Brunette Downs:

• Comfortable air-conditioned accommodation and prepared meals provided.
• Opportunities to transfer to other AACo properties as roles become available.
• Supportive teams that work hard and enjoy the journey together.
• Strong horse culture and the chance to ride some exceptional horses.
• Experience the Australian outback at its best.