Station Management - Couples Position
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Station Management — Couples Position
Full-time
Station management
Couples position
Full keep provided
Performance bonuses
196,000ha
Property size
60
Water points
4
Covered cattle yards
12%
Superannuation
A standout opportunity for a capable, hands-on couple to step into a key role managing a large-scale breeding operation. You'll be given real responsibility, autonomy and the chance to grow within a progressive business that is continuing to expand across the pastoral sector.
🌾 About the station
A 196,000 ha breeding property running Droughtmaster, Santa Gertrudis and Charolais cross cattle supplying established feedlot programs across WA. Operating as part of a larger, progressive cattle group with multiple properties across the state.
The business is known for:
• Strong investment into infrastructure and station improvements
• Focus on cattle performance and consistency
• Well-structured systems and processes
• Long-term growth and expansion across the pastoral sector
🐄 4 covered steel cattle yards
💧 60 water points
✈️ RFDS approved airstrip
🔧 Workshop & machinery sheds
🌾 Hay storage
🏡 Renovated homestead
📶 Wi-Fi at homestead & key work areas
👥 About the roles
🤠 Station Manager
• Oversee day-to-day station operations, staff and contractors
• Lead all livestock management including breeding, health and turnoff
• Plan and execute mustering, branding, weaning and yard work
• Maintain and improve infrastructure including fencing and water systems
• Hands-on maintenance across plant, equipment and station assets
• Operate machinery and trucks as required
• Welding, fabrication and general workshop work
• Monitor and maintain solar and water infrastructure
• Record keeping including NLIS, NVDs and station reporting
• Work closely with owners on planning, budgeting and improvements
🏡 Partner Role
• Manage homestead including meals, cleaning and general upkeep
• Assist with station logistics, stores and basic administration
• Help coordinate staff and contractors
• Opportunity to assist with mustering, yard work and stock handling
• Maintain a well-run, organised and welcoming station environment
✅ What you'll need
• Experience on a pastoral cattle station in a senior hand or management capacity
• Strong livestock handling and stock sense
• Practical mechanical skills including welding, fabrication and repairs
• Confidence operating machinery and trucks — HR/MC highly regarded
• Experience with water systems including solar and windmills highly regarded
• Ability to work independently and solve problems on the go
• Leadership ability with a positive, team-first attitude
• Good record keeping and communication skills
💰 What's on offer
| Salary | Attractive combined package — negotiable on experience |
| Superannuation | 12% — paid in addition to salary |
| Keep | Full keep provided on station |
| Work vehicle | Fully maintained work ute |
| Accommodation | Renovated, air conditioned homestead |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi at homestead and key work areas |
| Bonuses | Performance bonuses tied to station outcomes |
🌅 Lifestyle
True outback station living with autonomy and variety. Be part of a forward-thinking, expanding pastoral business and build a long-term career that grows with the operation.
Ideal for a couple wanting to step up, take ownership and make their mark on a quality property in the Upper Gascoyne.
📍 Location
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