Station Manager- Australian Agricultural Company, Australia

Job Description

The Australian Agricultural Company (AACo) is Australia’s largest integrated cattle and beef producer, specializing in grass-fed, grain-fed, and Wagyu beef production. Established back in 1824, we’ve been doing this a while – in fact, we’re Australia’s oldest continuously operating company. We’ve had plenty of time to figure out how to be the best workplace we can be, with all the support, training, and opportunity you need to shape your career how you want to. We’re dedicated to acknowledging our history even as we look to sustainably feed the future – and we’d love you to join us.
Due to an internal promotion, we’re seeking a Station Manager for our Diagonally and Carrum properties in North Queensland. This role is based at Diagonally Station, located 80 km north of Julia Creek and 189 km north-east of Cloncurry. Diagonally is a vital part of our cattle operations network, focused on breeding F1s and PB Wagyu’s to support our premium beef production.
You’ll also oversee Carrum Station, which is essential to our bull production for the Northern Business Units. Carrum supports the Mitchell Bull and Wagyu Fullblood breeding program by backgrounding and growing out replacement bulls, involving significant data collection, semen testing, and bull selection.

Job Description

Some of the key responsibilities you can expect in the role are to:

• Proactively manage key business drivers to ensure optimal station productivity, profitability, performance, quality, and compliance.
• Oversee the intensive AI program to improve the beef and Wagyu programs.
• Monitor cattle welfare and feeding progress.
• Prepare budgets and report on operational and capital expenditures.
• Manage and report on weekly and monthly performance metrics.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with local suppliers, regulatory authorities, veterinarians, and communities.
• Develop short- and long-term operational plans in coordination with the regional manager.
• Ensure employees and contractors comply with safety management systems and relevant legislation.
• Facilitate effective communication and consultation processes, enabling employees to raise and discuss concerns with management.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Experience in the operation and management of a pastoral property.
• Previous experience with Breeding and Genetics and R n D trials.
• Ability to lead, manage, and develop employees.
• Knowledge of modern animal husbandry techniques.
• Current driver’s license.
• Strong leadership qualities, financial acumen, record keeping, project management and excellent communication skills.
• Intermediate computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office and relevant industry software.
• Extensive experience in cattle herd, pasture, and water management.
• Knowledge of market specifications and ability to draft cattle accordingly.
• Familiarity with the Cattle Care Quality Assurance Program.
• Strong understanding of company policies and procedures.
• Ability to implement the company’s Safety Management System.
• Degree in agricultural business, animal science, or related studies.