We’re on the lookout for a Head Stockman to join the team at Fort Constantine Station! Starting early 2027 for the season ahead.

About us

Stanbroke is a reputable family-owned and operated Australian cattle and beef business. Our operations span across Northern Queensland, with extensive cattle properties, backgrounding operations in Southern Queensland, state-of-the-art cattle feedlots, a fully accredited beef processing facility and global marketing capabilities. We offer a full range of Grain and Grass-fed beef categories and export to over 40 countries globally.

Fort Constantine is a stud and backgrounding operation, and it’s also home to our horse stud, so there’s plenty of variety for a stockman who loves positive cattle and good horses.

What you'll be doing

As Head Stockman, you’ll lead the livestock work on Fort Constantine and work closely with the Station Manager to get the year’s plan done. You’ll set the pace in the yards and in the paddock. Your mission is to:
Lead mustering, drafting and cattle handling across the stud and backgrounding herds
Look after herd health, welfare and performance
Train and mentor station staff, and build a team that works well together
Keep fences,



waters and infrastructure in valuable working order
Run and maintain station vehicles, machinery and equipment
Make sure everyone gets home safe at the end of the day

What you'll bring
Solid station and livestock experience, ideally with some time as a leading hand or supervisor
Stud or backgrounding experience, which will help you hit the ground running
Confidence around horses
A calm, steady leadership style that gets the best out of people
Good communication and organisational skills
Practical, mechanical know-how. You’re happy to fix things when they break
A genuine commitment to Workplace Health & Safety and to a positive camp culture

Why Join Stanbroke?
On-site accommodation and all meals provided (please note the accommodation isn’t suited to large families)
Potential work available for your partner
A tight-knit, supportive team that feels like family
A real career pathway with a stable, well-established company

Ready to take the reins? Apply now and be part of the Stanbroke family.

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