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.

With a vertically integrated supply chain, we maintain a herd of over 150,000 head of Wagyu and commercial cattle. 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 as we strive to produce the world's best Wagyu beef.

About the Property

The Glendon Park / Camperdown Aggregation is located in the heart of the New England Tablelands, at 1180m above sea level approximately 40km northeast of Armidale in New South Wales. The property is an aggregation of Glendon Park, Camperdown, Tulloch and Girrakool covering an area of 8000 hectares. It is one of a growing number of properties in our world class 2GR Wagyu business.

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. Overseeing a team of four, running a herd of 3000 pure bred and full blood Wagyu breeders, the Manager is responsible for prioritising animal welfare, embracing new technology, and promoting sustainable farming practices.

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
• Continue the property development plan upgrading pastures, water and infrastructure.
• Manage budgets and project manage capital works and development program

To be successful in this role, you will be able to demonstrate:

• Extensive experience in Wagyu cattle and in cow/calf herd management
• Experience in New England pasture management (both grazing and development)
• Sound understanding of carrying capacity, grass budgeting and rotational grazing
• Demonstrable track record in property asset maintenance
• Intermediate computer literacy. Excellent communication and organisational skills
• A genuine commitment to the health and safety of team members
• Dozer operations would be advantageous to this role

 

What we offer you

We are in a growth phase in the Northern New South Wales Wagyu operations and excited to keep improving and growing with people, land and cattle. We are committed to providing our team members with a rewarding experience. In return for your dedication and hard work, we offer competitive remuneration, a comfortable 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom house just 20 kms from the school bus to Armidale. Working dogs are encouraged to help on property.

If you are a dedicated professional seeking to join a team that values. collaboration, commitment and a strong sense of community, we invite you to apply for this position and take the opportunity to immerse yourself in the picturesque beauty of the New England region of New South Wales.

Please note: To apply you must have either be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, or hold a valid visa with permission to work. Australian Defence Force veterans are encouraged to apply.