Rural Enterprises
Head/Senior Stockperson, Esperance region, WA
Job Description
Head Stockperson –Goldfields–Esperance region
- Location: 90 mins from Esperance / 45 mins from Hopeton
- Salary: Competitive (based on experience)
- Accommodation & Work Vehicle Provided
About the Role:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Head Stockperson to join a leading Angus breeding program in a breathtaking coastal location. This role offers the chance to work with a high-quality, intensive artificial breeding program on a large-scale mixed farming operation.
As part of a dynamic and motivated management team, you will play a crucial role in the 3,000-head cattle operation with AI and ET programs while ensuring best-practice low-stress stock handling techniques.
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing daily cattle husbandry and animal health tasks;
- Assisting with AI (Artificial Insemination) and ET (Embryo Transfer) programs;
- Implementing low-stress stock-handling techniques;
- Maintaining accurate livestock data using Agriwebb or similar software;
- General farm maintenance, fencing, and water infrastructure management.
What’s on Offer:
- Modern Accommodation provided;
- Work vehicle supplied;
- Attractive salary package based on experience;
- Work in a pristine coastal environment near beaches and nature reserves;
- Access to schools and amenities within 30-45 minutes.
Ideal Candidate:
- Passion for cattle breeding and genetics;
- Strong cattle husbandry experience and attention to detail;
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills;
- Mechanical aptitude for farm maintenance;
- Tech-savvy or willing to learn livestock management software.
If you’re looking for a hands-on leadership role in a progressive breeding operation, we’d love to hear from you!
All application will be treated with strict confidentiality