Livestock 2IC | Myalla Station | Cooma NSW

About Us

Hazeldean is one of Australia's largest and most recognised seedstock businesses, supplying Angus bulls and Merino rams to beef and wool producers across the country. An Australian-owned, sixth-generation family business based near Cooma in south-eastern NSW, we run stud and commercial Angus cattle, stud and commercial Merino sheep across properties at Cooma and Adelong.

We have a strong company culture and take genuine care of our people. Our leadership is hands-on and accessible, and every member of our team has the ability to contribute ideas directly to the decision-makers in the business.

The Property

Myalla is a key breeding property for Hazeldean, running 1,200 stud Angus cows and 7,000 commercial Merino ewes joined annually. Across 8,000 ha of rolling to hilly grazing country at 1,000 to 1,200 metres elevation south of Cooma.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Livestock 2IC to join the Myalla team. This is a hands-on role working within a team of four permanent staff, supported by contractors during peak periods. Reporting directly to the Property Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day running of both sheep and cattle enterprises.

This position suits someone ready to take the next step toward a full management role, or an experienced person looking for a rewarding position with one of Australia's leading livestock businesses.

Key Responsibilities

Livestock

Oversee the health, nutrition, and welfare of all livestock across sheep and cattle enterprises

Coordinate and implement animal health programs and seasonal operations including shearing, calving, joining, and weaning.

Monitor livestock condition proactively and initiate timely management strategies

Maintain accurate livestock records including treatments, movements, births, and mortalities using AgriWebb and Stockbook

Support stock movement planning and feed budgeting

Farm Infrastructure and Maintenance

Assist in maintaining farm infrastructure including fences, troughs, water systems, yards, sheds, and machinery

Coordinate repair and maintenance tasks with efficiency and a strong focus on safety

Maintain paddocks, work areas, vehicles, and equipment in a clean, safe, and operational condition

Pasture, Weed and Pest Management

Monitor pasture conditions and assist in rotational grazing planning

Identify and report weed and pest issues, contributing to control and eradication programs

Collaborate on fertiliser planning and soil health strategies

Team Leadership

Lead by example, promoting a strong safety culture and positive work ethic

Supervise and mentor junior staff and contractors to ensure work is completed to a high standard

Administration and Compliance

Maintain up-to-date digital records of farm activities and livestock data using AgriWebb, Stockbook, and TruTest

Reconcile stock counts and report discrepancies to the Manager

Conduct all operations in accordance with WHS guidelines through Safe Ag Systems

About You

You will have solid hands-on experience with livestock and a genuine passion for breeding and productive pastures. Prior management experience is not essential. We are equally interested in hearing from candidates ready to step up for the first time and those with established 2IC experience.

To be successful in this role you will:

Handle stock quietly, gently, and with a strong commitment to animal welfare

Be physically fit and able to meet the demands of a working property

Be a self-starter with a positive attitude and a high level of attention to detail

Have experience with livestock recording systems and agricultural technology

Be computer literate with data recording proficiency

What We Offer

Salary range $75,000 to $90,000, commensurate with experience

Accommodation in a recently renovated three-bedroom house on property and a work vehicle

A genuine lifestyle opportunity in a beautiful part of NSW

The chance to be part of a progressive livestock business

A collaborative team environment

How to Apply

Apply via SEEK. We look forward to hearing from you.