Job Description
The Role
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In this vital position, you'll work side‐by‐side with the Management team to oversee daily operations, ensuring this specialised facility runs with precision and efficiency.
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Expect a high-impact, hands‐on environment where you'll lead by example, managing everything from livestock logistics to commodity workflows. Beyond the technical side, you'll be a mentor to a dedicated small team, fostering a culture of professional growth and collaborative problem‐solving.
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Your technical expertise will shine through as you implement and teach best‐practice cattle health and welfare protocols. Success here demands a sharp eye for detail, a proactive work ethic, and a commitment to maintaining meticulous records.
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For an ambitious professional, this role isn't just a job—it's a pathway. We offer a explicit trajectory for the right person to take on even greater leadership responsibilities within the coming year.
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The Employer
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Broad Water Downs Pty Ltd (Macquarie Downs Feedlot) is a name synonymous with quality, recently recognised as a finalist in the **** ALFA Feedlot of the Year Awards. Situated across 6,900 hectares of prime Darling Downs country, the operation integrates 900 hectares of irrigation and dryland cropping for ration production. As a proud subsidiary of Starzen, a global Japanese meat industry leader, dedicated to producing a world‐class Wagyu brand that meets the highest international standards.
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The specialised feedlot currently manages 3,800 head with plans to scale to 4,900 SCU. Taking pride in a culture of honesty and integrity, driven by a vibrant, youthful team. While we focus on custom feeding for partner Wagyu breeders, we are equally passionate about developing our own elite Wagyu brand on‐site.
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The Offer
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Broad Water Downs is committed to offering the successful candidate an attractive, highly competitive remuneration package. The successful permanent, full‐time applicant will be provided a comfortable three‐bedroom house, a dedicated work utility vehicle (ute), a work phone, and a laptop to support their duties.
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Based at "Macquarie Downs" near Leyburn, QLD, offering excellent connectivity with a school bus service conveniently available at the front gate.
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The Ideal Candidate
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We are looking for a focused, flexible thinking professional ready to take the next step in their career. You should be a knowledgeable livestock person who values transparency and possesses:
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Proven experience in livestock management with feedlot operations being advantageous.
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A grounded, humble approach with a genuine passion for developing others.
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Clear communication skills to effectively engage with both staff and clients.
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Practical expertise in commodity handling and logistics management.
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A solid understanding of cattle health, including diagnosis and treatment.
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Wagyu‐specific experience is a plus, but not a deal‐breaker for the right candidate.
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📌 Assistant Manager - Specialist Wagyu Feedlot | Darling Downs, Qld (Queensland)
🏢 Drover
📍 Queensland