Job Description
We are looking for a talented Station Leading Hand to join our team in Goonoo. Goonoo Feedlot & Station is situated in the Central Highlands of Queensland, 65km southeast of Emerald, and is a specialised Wagyu feedlot & backgrounding operation.
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Who are we: Established in ****, 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.
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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.
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Key Responsibilities:
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As a Leading Hand, you will: Coordinate daily station activities and communicate work priorities to ensure production targets are achieved.
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Organise and supervise mustering teams, livestock movements and animal husbandry programs alongside the head stockperson.
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Oversee cattle handling practices, ensuring all activities are completed safely, efficiently and in line with animal welfare standards.
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Monitor the welfare and management of cattle and horses, including feeding, treatment, training and husbandry activities.
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Maintain accurate livestock records, stock movements and reporting requirements through company systems.



Support Quality Assurance programs by ensuring compliance with livestock identification, treatment recording and documentation requirements.
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Support maintenance and capital improvement programs, including station infrastructure, fencing, yards, waters and equipment.
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Work closely with station leadership to implement operational plans, allocate resources and achieve business objectives.
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Contribute to performance development, coaching and mentoring of team members.
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Promote and maintain safe work practices and compliance with company policies and procedures.
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Required
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Skills & Experience: To be successful in this role, you will bring: Previous experience working on a cattle station, feedlot or similar livestock operation.
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Solid practical skills in cattle handling, mustering, animal husbandry and general station operations. Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to train, coach and support others.
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Knowledge of livestock welfare standards, quality assurance requirements and livestock record keeping. A current driver's licence.
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Strong communication and interpersonal skills. The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment. Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise competing demands. A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
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Flexibility, resilience and a strong work ethic in a remote operational environment.
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Benefits:
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Competitive remuneration & allowancesService recognition & employee discounts with preferred suppliersOngoing training and development, both on-the-job and from external providersApply Now to join the AACo Team!
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We hope this overview has provided you with valuable insight into AACo. To apply for this position, please submit your application via the apply button below.

📌 Station Leading Hand (Emerald)
🏢 Australian Agricultural
📍 Emerald