Wyseby Assistant Manager

Wyseby Assistant Manager

Location: Rolleston, QLD | Employment Type: Full-Time

Package: Competitive Salary + On-Farm Family-Friendly Accommodation + Work Vehicle + Modern John Deere Equipment

About Milwillah & Wyseby Station

Milwillah is a progressive, family-owned mixed farming enterprise with operations across Queensland and New South Wales. We are industry leaders in Angus and Ultrablack cattle genetics, Merino wool, prime lamb, and irrigated cropping. Our culture is grounded in innovation, integrity, and sustainable land and livestock management.

Our Wyseby farm in Rolleston spans over 18,500 hectares and is located in a highly regarded part of Central Queensland, nestled between the Carnarvon Ranges and the Arcadia Valley. The station is well suited for breeding and finishing cattle to high standards. This spectacular landscape offers a true outback lifestyle, with access to rich grazing country, reliable water sources, and strong infrastructure that supports year-round livestock operations.

Wyseby presents an opportunity to take on meaningful responsibility within a small well-supported team, contribute to high-quality cattle production, and enjoy the unique rewards of rural living in one of Queensland's most picturesque and productive pastoral regions.

About the Role

We're looking for a capable and hands-on Assistant Manager to join our team in Wyseby, Central Queensland. This is a full-time, practical role ideal for a couple with broadacre farming, livestock management, and machinery operating and basic maintenance experience. The position is suited to a couple who thrive on working together, are proactive in planning, and enjoy the diverse challenges of managing livestock and cropping operations in a remote setting.

Reporting to the Regional Manager, this couple will be responsible for day-to-day operations of the station, including leading seasonal cropping and livestock activities, operating and maintaining modern fleet of John Deere equipment, and contributing to a safe, productive team environment.

The Assistant Manager will assist with daily station operations with a strong focus on:

• Livestock management and herd health
• Assisting the NSW team with AI and breeding programs
• Broadacre cropping (sowing, spraying, harvesting)
• Machinery operation, maintenance, and basic mechanical work
• Seasonal planning, infrastructure upkeep of WHS records
• Utilise and maintain livestock and cropping records using progressive technology and systems

The Partner will support across:

• Basic administration support
• Domestic duties, and garden/staff quarters maintenance
• Station administration and onboarding support
• Assisting with livestock and mustering (optional)

Key Responsibilities

Assistant Manager

• Support and participate in daily livestock activities
• Lead seasonal cropping operations and programs
• Lead water runs, fencing, and machinery operations
• Assisting in mentor and training station hands
• Coordinate work across a small team, including casuals and contractors
• Operate and maintain a range of modern John Deere machinery: tractors, sprayers, headers, etc.
• Perform basic mechanical servicing and troubleshooting of plant and equipment
• Execute seasonal cropping activities: land prep, sowing, spraying, harvesting
• Support livestock operations: mustering, herd health, data recording, paddock rotations, breeding and AI programs
• Maintain accurate records of livestock movements, chemical usage, paddock history, and equipment servicing
• Implement and model safe work practices aligned with Milwillah's WHS systems
• Monitor and manage fuel, stock, and essential station supplies

Station Support (Partner)

• Assist with admin tasks and inventory management
• Maintain station grounds, gardens, and staff living areas
• Assist with domestic duties such as general cleaning
• Help onboard new staff and contribute positively to station culture
• Support livestock or mustering activities where comfortable

What We're Looking For

• Solid experience in livestock management (cattle essential)
• Demonstrated experience in broadacre farming
• Strong machinery operating skills, with the ability to lead cropping programs
• Ability to assist with machinery repairs and seasonal operations
• Familiarity with agricultural chemicals and safe handling procedures
• GPS and precision Ag experience (desirable)
• Confident leading and mentoring a team
• Excellent communication, organisation, and practical problem-solving
• Competent on two-wheel motorbikes and with farm machinery
• Strong understanding of farm safety, animal welfare, and record-keeping
• Comfortable using digital farm tools (training provided if needed)
• Driver's licence required; machinery tickets or ag qualifications a bonus
• A proactive, practical, and team-oriented mindset
• Comfortable living remotely and working both independently and with others

What We Offer

• A supportive, family-friendly team culture
• Competitive above-award salary package
• Comfortable, family-friendly on-farm accommodation (4 bedroom home)
• Use of well-maintained modern fleet of John Deere equipment
• Work vehicle for work purposes
• Long-term job security with the opportunity to grow into a Station Manager role
• A supportive, hands-on team and direct access to senior leadership
• Training in safety systems, record keeping, and machinery use

How to Apply

If you and your partner are experienced, motivated, and ready to take on a rewarding, full-time opportunity in remote Queensland, we'd love to hear from you.

APPLY NOW or contact Nick Forbes on for more information.

A full position description is available upon request.

**Please note this role is applicable to Permanent Australian Residents or Citizens only.