23rd October, 2024 The North Australian Pastoral Company (NAPCo) was founded in 1877 and is one of Australia's leading cattle companies, managing over 6.1 million hectares and home of Australia's First Carbon Neutral Beef - Five Founders. NAPCo employs approximately 220 staff operating across Queensland and the Northern Territory, with 14 cattle stations, a Depot in Mount Isa, a Feedlot and Farm in the Darling Downs and an office in Brisbane's CBD.
Mittiebah Station, NT
NAPCo acquired Mittiebah in 2001 to increase its breeding capacity on the Barkly Tableland. Spanning approximately 695,500 hectares, Mittiebah shares a boundary with Alexandria and adjoins the Northern Territory/Queensland border. Mittiebah has a diverse landscape of open mitchell grass, coolibah swamps and spinifex ridges. Located on the Playford River, Mittiebah is the most northern property in NAPCo's portfolio and carries approximately 21,000 AE. Mittiebah is a breeding station, producing weaners to transfer south to the grower/backgrounder properties. The average 10-year rainfall is 450mm.
The Role
Reporting to the General Manager – Primary Production, the Mittiebah Station Manager is responsible for leading a team of 11 staff, managing daily operations, planning and executing the work program, enhancing the performance of the property and undertaking property development.
Day to day duties include: Demonstrating best practice with animal husbandry by maintaining the highest standards of animal welfare Developing and managing business plans to effectively deliver on operational requirements Budgeting for OPEX and CAPEX and executing work in line with the approved budgets Proposing and implementing a high standard of property improvements to advance the efficiency of the operation Organising, planning and initiating work programs to carry out company goals and protocols Maintaining an inclusive and positive station culture, that aligns to NAPCo's broader standards Promoting a safe work environment through embedding safe systems of work Leading, training and developing staff at all levels Prioritising workloads and setting clear work expectations Meeting placement requirements on an ongoing regular basis Ensuring infrastructure, property assets, machinery, vehicles and equipment are maintained to a high standard Undertaking monthly reporting, accurate record keeping and administration Following operational protocols Hosting contractors and visitors Ideally the successful candidate will have: 5+ years' experience as a Station Manager Experience working on a cattle breeding property (highly regarded, though not mandatory) Extensive experience in herd, pasture and water management Extensive experience managing CAPEX projects and executing property development plans Strong people leadership skills, an effective communication style with a strong focus on safety and employee wellbeing The ability to build and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders internal and external, including active participation within the local community Intermediate computer skills, including but not limited to Word, Excel and Outlook Accurate record keeping and sound administration skills Good organisational skills and the ability to change priorities to meet deadlines Excellent communication skills MC truck licence (or willingness to get one) AQF3 Chemical Accreditation Firearms licence Employee benefits Full-time permanent position Rations and onsite house accommodation included School bursary, remote area travel allowance, health assessments and ongoing training and development offered Application information
Due to the nature of the role, we will consider employing a couple for the management of Mittiebah Station in the positions of Station Manager & an alternate role tailored to the partner. More information on the alternate role will be discussed with relevant applicants. Please submit both resumes if applying as a couple.
Applications will close Sunday 3rd November 2024. Interviews will be held thereafter. For more information on this opportunity, please phone 0429 399 630 or email Click "Apply Now" to submit your application.
Pre-employment requirements
Prior to commencement, all new employees are required to undertake an Australian National Police Check and are also required to be vaccinated against Q Fever (all associated costs covered by NAPCO).
NAPCo is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces, promotes and values diversity and inclusion.
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