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OverviewLeading Hand Katandra Station (Hughenden, QLD)Cunningham Cattle Co. | Gunn Agri PartnersGunn Agri Partners (GAP) is one of Australias leading agricultural investment and management businesses, operating over 1 million hectares of grazing country and managing approximately 65,000 head of cattle across Queensland. Cunningham Cattle Co. forms a major part of this platform, running safe, professional, high-performing pastoral operations built on strong culture and continuous improvement.Katandra Station is a key backgrounding and transit depot within the Cunningham portfolio, running approximately 12,000 head on-station and agistment properties, and receiving 10,00012,000 head.We are currently seeking an experienced Leading Hand to support station leadership and operations.About The RoleThe Leading Hand plays a key role in the day-to-day success of the property, combining hands-on operational work with leadership responsibility. Working alongside the Property Manager, you will help coordinate livestock programs, support station operations, and guide the team to deliver high standards of performance. When required, you will step into a leadership role, confidently managing and motivating the team in the Property Managers absence. What Youll Be DoingCarry out cattle husbandry including mustering, drafting, processing and truckingDaily monitoring of stock welfare, pasture condition and water pointsOperate and maintain station machinery, vehicles and plantComplete bore runs and maintain turkey nests, troughs, pipelines and pumpsPerform fencing, building and general station maintenanceMaintain accurate records for livestock, water, maintenance and operationsAct as a positive role model for safety, teamwork and professionalism Leadership & CoordinationLead station crew during mustering and day-to-day operationsTrain, guide and support staff in cattle handling and safe work practicesAssist with livestock programs, supplementation strategies and grazing rotationsReport on livestock condition, pasture performance and operational progressCoordinate toolbox talks and support WHS complianceAssist with planning, maintenance schedules and asset management What Youll BringSignificant experience working in a similar-scale cattle operationStrong cattle handling skills and understanding of beef production systemsProven ability to lead, train and motivate a teamConfident decision-maker with strong time management skillsClear communicator, able to liaise effectively with crew and managementSafety-focused with a professional, proactive attitude What We OfferOnsite accommodation providedStrong safety-first cultureGreat work-life balanceOpportunities for career progression and leadership developmentWork closely with the Property ManagerInternal transfer opportunities across propertiesStable, long-term employment with an industry-leading ag business How To ApplyClick Apply Now and submit your resume. #J-18808-Ljbffr