Exciting opportunity to join Rocklands teamPermanent full-time role availableExcellent career progressionHead Stockman position available at Rocklands Station, which is near Camooweal on the Queensland–Northern Territory border. This 665,000-hectare property is a major cattle breeding hub for Paraway, running crossbred cattle across Barkly Downs country. With significant scale, modern yards and access to key transport routes, Rocklands is a cornerstone of Paraway’s northern operations. The Rocklands compound includes comfortable living quarters, a staff kitchen and recreation club and horse riding facilities. At Rocklands, staff enjoy spending their days off attending campdrafts and social events across the Barkly, and skiing and swimming in the Georgina River.We’re looking for an experienced and capable Head Stockman taking a lead role in the day-to-day livestock operations and supporting the Station Manager in delivering safe, productive, and efficient outcomes. Key responsibilities within the role include:Lead, supervise, and train a team of station hands during all livestock and general station activitiesCoordinate mustering programs, yard work, and stock handling to ensure animal welfare and safety standards are metContribute to our 50-mare horse breeding program for the Northern region, ensuring the development and maintenance of a high-quality, well-handled horse herd to meet station and operational requirements.Maintain accurate records of stock movements and treatmentsContribute to a positive, respectful team culture and set the standard for professional conductSupport the Station Manager with planning, communication, and team developmentOperate and maintain plant, machinery, and vehicles safely and effectivelyWhat you'll bring to the role:Proven experience in a similar role within a large-scale cattle operationStrong leadership and communication skills with a genuine interest in developing othersSound livestock handling and husbandry knowledgeAbility to plan and prioritise work safely and efficientlyCompetence in operating and maintaining motorbikes, horses, and station machineryA proactive approach, reliability, and commitment to teamworkWhat we offerA competitive pay packageOn-farm accommodation and meals providedA supportive, people-first team environmentThe chance to work with a leading pastoral companyHow to apply If this sounds like the role for you, we’d love to hear from you. Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and a Q Fever vaccination (or be willing to obtain one).

Head Stockman - Rocklands

  • Exciting opportunity to join Rocklands team
  • Permanent full-time role available
  • Excellent career progression

Head Stockman position available at Rocklands Station, which is near Camooweal on the Queensland–Northern Territory border. 

This 665,000-hectare property is a major cattle breeding hub for Paraway, running crossbred cattle across Barkly Downs country. With significant scale, modern yards and access to key transport routes, Rocklands is a cornerstone of Paraway’s northern operations. The Rocklands compound includes comfortable living quarters, a staff kitchen and recreation club and horse riding facilities. At Rocklands, staff enjoy spending their days off attending campdrafts and social events across the Barkly, and skiing and swimming in the Georgina River.

We’re looking for an experienced and capable Head Stockman taking a lead role in the day-to-day livestock operations and supporting the Station Manager in delivering safe, productive, and efficient outcomes. 

Key responsibilities within the role include:

  • Lead, supervise, and train a team of station hands during all livestock and general station activities
  • Coordinate mustering programs, yard work, and stock handling to ensure animal welfare and safety standards are met
  • Contribute to our 50-mare horse breeding program for the Northern region, ensuring the development and maintenance of a high-quality, well-handled horse herd to meet station and operational requirements.
    Maintain accurate records of stock movements and treatments
  • Contribute to a positive, respectful team culture and set the standard for professional conduct
  • Support the Station Manager with planning, communication, and team development
  • Operate and maintain plant, machinery, and vehicles safely and effectively
What you'll bring to the role:
  • Proven experience in a similar role within a large-scale cattle operation
  • Strong leadership and communication skills with a genuine interest in developing others
  • Sound livestock handling and husbandry knowledge
  • Ability to plan and prioritise work safely and efficiently
  • Competence in operating and maintaining motorbikes, horses, and station machinery
  • A proactive approach, reliability, and commitment to teamwork
What we offer
  • A competitive pay package
  • On-farm accommodation and meals provided
  • A supportive, people-first team environment
  • The chance to work with a leading pastoral company
How to apply
 
If this sounds like the role for you, we’d love to hear from you.
 
Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and a Q Fever vaccination (or be willing to obtain one).