Pen Rider

We’re looking for a keen Pen Rider to join the team at Rangers Feedlot and help us maintain high standards of animal care and welfare.

About Us:

Stanbroke is a reputable family-owned and operated Australian Cattle and beef business. Our operations span across Northern Queensland, with extensive cattle properties, backgrounding operations in Southern Queensland, state-of-the-art cattle feedlots, fully accredited beef processing facility, and global marketing capabilities. We offer a full range of Grain and Grass-fed beef categories and export to over 40 countries globally.

Your Role:

As a Pen Rider, you’ll be out in the pens every day looking after cattle health and welfare, moving stock, and helping keep the feedlot running smoothly. You’ll be part of the Livestock Crew and report to the Head Stockman. This is a hands-on role on 10 days on, 4 days off roster.

What you’ll be doing

• Riding pens daily to check cattle health and wellbeing
• Picking up early signs of illness and treating cattle as needed
• Handling cattle on horseback and on foot
• Moving and processing cattle when required
• Keeping accurate treatment and stock records
• Cleaning and maintaining water troughs and pens
• Following WHS and animal welfare standards

What We’re Looking For:

• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Current Australian driver’s licence
• Own saddle and tack (essential)
• Full working rights in Australia
• Feedlot experience (desirable)
• Own horse/s (desirable)
• Cattle handling skills (desirable)
• Good understanding of cattle behaviour (desirable)

Why Join Us?

At Stanbroke, you’re part of a fully integrated beef business - from cattle stations through to processing and global sales. There’s real pride in what we do, and we back it with strong systems, good people and high standards.

You’ll also get 10 days on, 4 days off roster, above award pay rates, tack and horse allowances (where applicable), access to station horses if needed, and accommodation may be available.

If you’re a capable Pen Rider who enjoys working cattle and takes pride in animal welfare, we’d like to hear from you.