Job Description
This is a rare opportunity to join Australian Country Choice in the role of Operations Manager at our large-scale cattle breeding property, Barkly Downs. Located 150 kilometres from Mt Isa, just on the territory border, Barkly has a carrying capacity of 52,000 head across 2.3 million acres. It's an exciting time to join Barkly, having recently completed significant capital investment into staff facilities, property assets and operational infrastructure, with major developments planned for implementation in the near future.
About The Role
Reporting to the Senior Manager, Northern Breeding, the Barkly Downs Operations Manager takes a hands-on, 2IC role, with 5 direct reports and joins a total team of 26, along with contractors and service providers from time to time. You'll play an integral role in managing the daily station operations, maintaining a safe place of work, training and supervising staff, maintaining records and reporting with a particular focus on property maintenance and infrastructure.
About You
Perhaps you're currently managing a smaller livestock operation and looking to broaden your experience on a larger property with a corporate company; or you're a well-established, experienced supervisor/head stockperson seeking that next step in your career. Either way, our ideal candidate will have:
Well-developed livestock handling and husbandry skillsCommitment to high standards of animal welfarePractical knowledge of general property infrastructure and water systemsKnowledge and interest in grazing and pasture managementHighly effective communication skillsAbility to effectively lead a team and provide training and mentoringSolid understanding of Work, Health & Safety and commitment to managing a safe place of workAbility to accurately record and report data using company systemsSound computer skillsSound mechanical abilityExperience managing capital expenditure projects an advantage For you
Along With The Benefit Of Strong Leadership, Mentoring And Unrivalled Opportunities For Career Progression Throughout Our Supply Chain, You'll Also Receive:
Attractive salary to match experienceComfortable, refurbished 2-bedroom, 1 bathroom, air-conditioned cottage within the Barkly HomesteadBeef and food rationsUtilities and WIFITool of Trade VehiclePerformance Incentive PlanPractical skill development facilitated by industry expertsProfessional and leadership development programsParticipation in company and community events About Us
Australian Country Choice (ACC) are proud industry leaders in producing and supplying highest quality beef products to the local and export markets. As the world's largest, family owned, fully integrated supply chain, we employ over 1200 team members and together our diverse operation processes 350,000 head of cattle across customised genetics, large-scale breeding, backgrounding, farming and feed lotting operations through to our modern food processing and value add packing facility.
The nature and scale of our operations, together with the needs of our customers means that we operate all year, and not just for the season. Because of that, we're fully invested in you and our assets.
At ACC, you really do get the best of both worlds, the opportunity and security that comes with a progressive corporate pastoral operation who continue to grow, develop and innovate, along with the support and personal interest that comes with being part of a family business.
Please note: it is a condition of employment with ACC that all employees are immunised against Q-fever. #J-18808-Ljbffr