Lead operations at one of Queensland’s largest feedlots and drive performance, people, and outcomes at Bottle Tree.
About Us
Stanbroke is a family-owned and operated Australian cattle and beef business. Our operations span Northern Queensland cattle properties, backgrounding operations in Southern Queensland, state-of-the-art feedlots, a fully accredited beef processing facility, and global marketing capabilities. We produce a full range of grain and grass-fed beef categories and export to over 40 countries worldwide.
Your Role
Due to an internal promotion, we’re seeking an experienced Feedlot Manager to lead operations at Bottle Tree. You will take full responsibility for the day-to-day management and performance of the feedlot. Leading a large, diverse team, you’ll drive livestock performance, animal welfare, safety, and operational efficiency, while ensuring best practice standards across all areas of the operation. This is a hands-on leadership role where your commercial nous, people leadership, and operational expertise will be key to success.
What You’ll Be Doing
Lead and manage all feedlot operations, including feeding, animal health, induction, dispatch, and pen maintenanceOversee livestock performance, ensuring optimal weight gain, feed efficiency, and animal welfare outcomesManage and develop a high-performing team, including supervisors, operators, and livestock staffDrive a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all WHS and animal welfare standardsMonitor and manage feed budgets, inventory, and cost control to maximise operational efficiencyWork closely with nutritionists, veterinarians, and internal stakeholders to optimise feeding programs and health outcomesOversee maintenance of infrastructure, plant, and equipmentEnsure accurate data capture, reporting, and continuous improvement across the operationPrepare for and manage audits, ensuring compliance with industry and regulatory standards
Who We’re Looking For
Prior knowledge in a feedlot management or senior supervisory role within a large-scale feedlotStrong leadership capability with the ability to build, lead, and retain high-performing teamsCommercial nous with a focus on performance, efficiency, and cost controlSolid understanding of livestock production, animal health, and nutrition principlesExperience managing budgets, reporting, and operational planningStrong commitment to safety, animal welfare, and compliancePractical, hands-on approach with the ability to problem-solve and make decisions in a fast-paced environmentExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills
Why Join Us?
Lead a large-scale, high-performing feedlot operationBe part of a vertically integrated, industry-leading Australian agribusinessWork with experienced teams and modern feedlot systemsCompetitive salary package with long-term career progression opportunitiesSupportive leadership environment with a focus on continuous improvementAccess to exclusive discounts on premium Stanbroke beef
If you’re experienced at leading a team in a feedlot and ready to take ownership of a large, dynamic operation and make a real impact, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and join the Bottle Tree team.
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