Employee TypeFull Time
Description
We are seeking an experienced Head Stockperson to join our operations at Durham Downs Station, QLD. This role offers a great opportunity to join an exciting, industry leading Agribusiness
About the Property
Durham Downs Station is located in the heart of Queensland's Channel Country, with the nearest towns being Thargomindah and Quilpie. Spanning an impressive 8,910 km2, Durham Downs runs approximately 12,500 head of cattle.
Positioned on the western bank of the Cooper Creek, the property is supported by an outstation at Woomanooka on the eastern side, providing an excellent base for mustering. This setup allows two smaller stock camps to operate independently or combine forces when needed, ensuring smooth and efficient operations.
About the Role
Reporting to the Station Manager, the Head Stockperson will assist with planning, implementing and evaluating the livestock program and related station operations. Your key duties will include:
Supervising and undertaking effective and timely herd management, including mustering programs
Promote WH&S; practices and foster a strong safety culture
Accurate recording of stock numbers for the livestock information system
Providing leadership, supervision and training of stock camp team members
Maintaining and developing facilities and improvements
Monitoring and responding to land and environmental issues
Assisting with purchasing.
About You
Experience in the movement, handling and processing of cattle, using calm and quiet methods with the advantage of digitalised communication, improved weaner cradles, cattle crushes and yard shading




Minimum 4 years' experience in a stock camp
Sound horsemanship and motorbike skills
Proven livestock assessment and husbandry experience
Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills
A good grasp of technology and computer literacy
Ability to promote and maintain safe work practices
Good understanding of animal welfare practices
Sound, quiet and effective cattle handling skills
Mechanically minded
Ability to record information and communicate effectively in the workplace
Hold a current class C driver's licence (truck licence an advantage, or be willing to obtain)
Hold a motorbike licence (preferred or be willing to obtain)
A genuine passion for Agriculture
What We Offer
The opportunity to live and work in the Channel Country of southwest Queensland
Comfortable in office accommodation and nourishing, home-cooked meals
A collaborative team environment that values respect, support, and community
About Hancock Agriculture
Hancock Agriculture is a renowned agricultural company encompassing Hancock Pastoral, Wagyu Operations, and S. Kidman & Co. Pty Ltd. We manage over 20 properties across Australia, covering 3.49 million hectares. As one of Australia's largest producers of Wagyu and commercial cattle, we maintain a herd of over 150,000.
We oversee every step of the process from breeding to feeding and sales ensuring the highest standards of animal husbandry, traceability, and quality assurance. At Hancock Agriculture, we are proud to offer our team members the chance to be part of an organisation that upholds these exceptional standards.
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