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Form of workWe have an opening for a suitably experienced Property Manager to run operations at our South Burnett Aggregation in South East Queensland. This role offers a great opportunity to join an exciting, industry leading Agribusiness.
About Hancock Agriculture
Hancock Agriculture is a renowned agricultural company, encompassing Hancock Pastoral, Wagyu Operations, and S. Kidman & Co. Pty Ltd. With a rich history in agriculture, we manage over 20 properties across Australia, covering a vast land area of 3.49 million hectares. As one of the country's largest producers of Wagyu and commercial cattle, we maintain a herd of over 150,000.
As a vertically integrated supply Chain operation, we oversee every step of the process, from breeding and backgrounding to grain feeding and sales of the finished product. This approach ensures the highest standards of animal husbandry, traceability, and quality assurance. At Hancock Agriculture, we are proud to offer our team members the unique opportunity to be part of an organisation that upholds these exceptional standards.
We provide you a career in an exceptional organisation that is entering an exciting period of continued innovation and growth. Be a part of our journey in an organisation you can be proud of and where we value the safety and welfare of our people, animals and environment.
About the Property
The South Burnett Aggregation is a Full blood Wagyu cattle breeding, backgrounding and mixed farming operation located at the foothills of the picturesque Bunya Mountains in the South Burnett region, approximately 30 minutes from Kingaroy. This property covers an extensive area of 3,600 hectares carrying 1,100 breeders. The aggregation also has 276 hectares of irrigation used for fodder production.
About the Role
The Manager’s primary focus is to achieve production and profitability through the management of the day-to-day activities of the property. Responsibilities include:
- Lead, mentor and develop the property team
- Ensure the highest standards of animal husbandry and welfare are upheld
- Ensure individual livestock records are accurate
- Manage budgets and project manage capital works and development program
- Ensure all work practices are implemented in line WH&S and foster a safety culture
- Extensive experience in Wagyu cattle and pasture management
- A good understanding of calving herds with a strong emphasis on fertility
- Sound understanding of carrying capacity, grass budgeting and herd management
- Experience running centre pivot irrigation systems
- Demonstrable track record in property asset maintenance
- Intermediate computer literacy
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- A genuine commitment to continual improvement, operational best practice, industry leading animal welfare and the health and safety of team members
- Accommodation and a competitive salary package commensurate with experience
- Training, career development and advancement opportunities in our widespread organisation
- Friendly, supportive team and community environment
Please note: You must have the right to live and work in Australia to apply for positions with Hancock Agriculture or S. Kidman & Co
