Station Leading Hand | Goonoo Feedlot | QLD

19d ago , from RFTTE Jobs - Ringers from the Top End

We are looking for a talentedStation Leading Hand to join our team in Goonoo.

Feedlot

Goonoo Feedlot & Station is situated in the Central Highlands of Queensland, 65km southeast of Emerald, and is a specialised Wagyu feedlot & backgrounding operation, feeding 20,000 head of Wagyu cattle for both international and domestic markets.

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Coordinate daily station activities and communicate work priorities to ensure production targets are achieved.

Organise and supervise mustering teams, livestock movements and animal husbandry programs alongside the head stockperson.

Oversee cattle handling practices, ensuring all activities are completed safely, efficiently and in line with animal welfare standards.

Monitor the welfare and management of cattle and horses, including feeding, treatment, training and husbandry activities.

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.

Support maintenance and capital improvement programs, including station infrastructure, fencing, yards, waters and equipment.

Work closely with station leadership to implement operational plans, allocate resources and achieve business objectives.





Contribute to performance development, coaching and mentoring of team members.

Promote and maintain safe work practices and compliance with company policies and procedures.

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

Previous experience working on a cattle station, feedlot or similar livestock operation.

Strong practical skills in cattle handling, mustering, animal husbandry and general station operations.

Demonstrated leadership experience with the ability to train, coach and support others.

Knowledge of livestock welfare standards, quality assurance requirements and livestock record keeping.

A current driver's licence.

Solid 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.

Flexibility, resilience and a strong work ethic in a remote operational environment.

Service recognition & employee discounts with preferred suppliers

Ongoing training and development, both on-the-job and from external providers

PLEASE NOTE :

This is a permanent position and not available to Working Holiday Visa Holders (Backpackers).

Applications without required skills and experience listed in the ad will not be considered.

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📌 Station Leading Hand | Goonoo Feedlot | QLD (Central Highlands Regional)
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📍 Central Highlands Regional