The Employer:

Todmorden Cattle Company is a highly respected, family-owned cattle enterprise spanning an impressive 7,168 square kilometres in Far North South Australia. Running up to 9,800 head of Angus and Poll Hereford cattle (including 3,500 breeding cows), the operation turns off 2,000 to 2,500 head annually, depending on the season.

Todmorden is supported by a close-knit team of both permanent and casual staff, including the Owner Manager, Overseer/Diesel Mechanic, Governess, and General Stationhands, as well as seasonal contractors. The property features advanced grazing infrastructure, including numerous interconnected irrigation lines, automated water points monitored via Farmbot technology, solar pumps, and extensive trucking and drafting yards designed for effective stock handling.

The Role/s

Leading Hand

Our client is seeking an experienced, self-driven Leading Hand to join their dedicated team and take an active role in daily cattle operations and infrastructure maintenance. Reporting directly to the Owner Manager, and Overseer, you will assist across all facets of broadacre beef management. You will bring first-rate stock-handling skills alongside sound technical capability in plant, vehicle, and equipment maintenance, contributing hands-on across animal husbandry, fencing, heavy-vehicle operation, and the servicing of extensive solar pumps and pipelines. Ideally, you will bring solid experience with Electronic Identification (EID) and demonstrate enthusiasm for adopting and implementing stock-related agricultural programs to further optimise cattle data collection, stock management, and station efficiency. Beyond day-to-day operations,



this role offers a rewarding opportunity to mentor and guide team members and to step up to lead operational activities when required.

Governess/Home tutor

Todmorden Station is also seeking an enthusiastic and organised Governess/Home Tutor. In this role, you will facilitate the distance education program for a child commencing Year 6, through the South Australian School of the Air (SOTA) program. The successful applicant will have prior experience working with children, sound computer skills, a Senior First Aid certificate, and relevant police and Working with Children checks. This role also includes domestic and general station support. Remuneration would be based on a full-time, casual hourly rate plus overtime, including school holiday breaks.

The Offer

Todmorden Cattle Company offers a highly attractive package designed to provide comfort and security in a remote setting. The role includes newly built, fully furnished, air-conditioned accommodation suitable for couples only, complete with a private ensuite, linen, all meals provided, and unlimited Wi-Fi access.

Positioned just 100 km north-west of the historic outback town of Oodnadatta, famous for its iconic Oodnadatta Track, welcoming local community, historic railway heritage, and vibrant local events, the property receives a twice-weekly mail service and provides a unique outback lifestyle.



This role is ideal for a dedicated Leading Hand looking to combine broadacre pastoral work with personal wellbeing and community connection.

The Ideal Candidate
The successful applicant will be a grounded, adaptable professional with a strong passion for broadacre beef production who takes pride in teamwork and mentorship.

- Experience & Skills: Demonstrates 3-5 years of broadacre cattle handling experience, supported by strong skills in fencing, pipeline/irrigation maintenance, basic welding, and machinery operation.
- Licensing: Holds a valid heavy vehicle licence and motorbike licence.
- Personality & Attitude: Possesses a humble, "can-do" attitude, valuing active listening, taking direction constructively, and building trust within an established leadership team.
- Leadership Style: Approaches mentorship with patience and positivity, helping guide younger local and international team members.
- Community Focus: Committed to engaging with the local outback community, building social networks, and representing Todmorden Station with pride.

Register your interest

If you feel that you're the right fit for this position, please submit an up-to-date resume along with the contact details of 3 references. Preference will be given to those who supply a cover letter addressing their suitability - that is, tell us what you love about the role and how you think you're the right fit.

For further information please call Annie on 0499 370 *** or email *****@droverag.com.au

Additional information

- Couples or singles encouraged to apply.
- Additional annual leave entitlements.
- Enjoy an A/C bedsit with ensuite, furniture & linen supplied, meals & Wi-Fi.

📌 Leading Hand & Governess - Beef Cattle | Oodnadatta, SA
🏢 Drover Ag Recruitment
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