2026 - Head Stockman - Soudan Station, NT

2 weeks ago

Warumungu Northern Territory, Australia The North Australian Pastoral Company Full time $100,000 - $120,000 per year

The North Australian Pastoral Company (NAPCo) was founded in 1877 and is one of Australia's leading cattle companies, managing over 6.1 million hectares and home of Five Founders Beef. NAPCo employs approximately 220 staff operating across Queensland and the Northern Territory, with 15 stations, a Depot in Mount Isa, a Feedlot and Farm in the Darling Downs and an office in Brisbane's CBD.

Soudan Station, NT

Soudan Station runs approx. 22,000 head of cattle and is located on the Barkly Highway, 1 hour west of Camooweal and is home to NAPCo's heifer hub. This is an exciting opportunity for a Head Stockman to join the team of approximately 15 people. 

The Role

The Head Stockman will lead a small collaborative crew of approximately 7 station hands ensuring the efficient and effective operations of the stock camp. For this position, you will need to be flexible, organised and have great communication skills. This position reports to and works closely with the Soudan Station Manager and commences on station now. 

Day to day duties include:

  • Running the stock camp
  • Communicating clearly and leading by example
  • Mustering on horseback and motorbikes
  • Undertaking general station duties
  • Operating machinery / trucks (on occasion)

Ideally the successful candidate will have:

  • Experience working as a Leading Hand or Head Stockman on a cattle station
  • An effective communication style and strong leadership skills
  • Excellent livestock handling skills, of a quiet and sensible nature
  • Strong horsemanship and/or motorbike riding skills
  • Organisational and record keeping skills
  • Be committed to working safely in accordance with NAPCo's HSE policies and procedures
  • A MR, HR or HC Licence (or willingness to get one)

Employee benefits

  • Full-time Permanent Position
  • Meals and air-conditioned accommodation provided
  • NAPCo are proud to offer competitive pay, generous annual leave entitlements, travel reimbursement and transfer opportunities between stations at the end of the year.
  • We invest heavily in on-the-job training and all staff are offered and encouraged to complete a traineeship in Agriculture.
  • NAPCo stations have a great social environment and give all employees the chance to attend our annual Station Challenge, ad-hoc campdrafts, sports days, fishing, camping etc..
  • Pets considered by application.

If applying as a working couple, both applications must be submitted.Pre-employment requirements Prior to commencement, all new employees are required to undertake an Australian National Police Check and are also required to be vaccinated against Q Fever (all associated costs covered by NAPCO).

For more information on this opportunity, please phone or email

To apply click "Apply Now" providing your cover letter and resume. Applications Close 31st October 2026.

Additional information

  • Permanent Full-time | Season completion bonus | Genrous leave entitlements
  • Stat on station Feb / Mar 2026 | Single or couple applications considered
  • Applications close 31st October 2026

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