About cavanaghs stockmaster

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Leaders in Innovation

Cavanaghs Stockmaster maintains a strong focus on innovative technology, benefiting the company and its clients by increasing the efficiency and traceability of each head of stock.

Cavanaghs Stockmaster is the only livestock transport company with in-house logistics and invoicing software, TransFocus. Within this system we are able to enter new jobs, assign a driver, track the progress of the job and provide same day invoicing to our clients. Our clients can also access the portal to track their deliveries, ensuring clarity and transparency throughout the entire job.

We were proud to be one of the first in Australia to install EBS across the entire fleet in 2012. The innovative action taken by the company was a result of extensive research and an internal review of the benefits provided for overall safety of the fleet.

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Awards & Accolades

Headed by leader, Robert Cavanagh, Cavanaghs Stockmaster takes pride in working with a number of associations, with the vision of providing safer roads, better working conditions and a greener future for the transport industry.

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2020

Outstanding Contribution to the Transport Industry

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Robert Cavanagh has served as president of the Livestock, Bulk and Rural Carriers Association (LBRCA), and has held the roles of president, vice-president, treasurer and secretary of the Australian Livestock and Rural Transporters Association.

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2018

Lifetime Membership (ALRTA)

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Robert was awarded Life Membership with the Australian Livestock and Rural Transporters Association (ALRTA) in 2018. This was in recognition of his contribution to the organisation and the promotion of rural transport as a sustainable, responsible, and safe contributor to Australian agriculture.

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2020

LBCRA Driver of the Year

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Drew is one of our leading drivers and was awarded the LBCRA Driver of the Year award in 2017. He is recognised for his commitment to providing outstanding service in the transport industry.

Our Plant, Property & Equipment

Our Tamworth cattle yard facilities are available for clients wishing to yard, feed and wean their stock before transport. We currently have a capacity for 400 head of cattle and facilities which includes feed bunkers and mixers, ensuring animal welfare is maintained at the highest standard. All premium lucerne and oats products are grown on site with regular laboratory testing conducted on all crops.

Cavanaghs Stockmaster holds two fully equipped depots, one in Inverell and one in Tamworth. Both depots can conduct full engine rebuilds, general maintenance and breakdown callouts, and are strategically located to ensure clients are provided with the highest level of service and security.

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Staff Safety

To ensure the utmost safety of our staff, Cavanaghs Stockmaster has installed Guardian Seeing Eye Machines and tracking devices throughout the entire fleet. The software uses proprietary face and eye tracking algorithms to detect whether a driver is fatigued or distracted, providing real-time in-cab intervention to warn the driver to refocus their attention on the road.

Meet our management Team

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Robert Cavanagh
Managing Director
Robert has over 40 years experience within the livestock transport industry, founding Cavanagh’s Transport in 1988 and purchasing Stockmaster in 2010. Robert has held the roles of president, vice-president, treasurer and secretary of the Australian Livestock and Rural Transporters Association.
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Clint Maxwell
Operations Manager
Clint has worked in the transport and logistics industry for over 18 years. Clint has a wide range of experience within the company and is responsible for managing the day-to-day operations throughout the entire country, as well as handling customer relations.
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Anna Crisp
Finance Manager
Anna has over 6 years experience within the industry and manages the financial activities of the business. Besides her knowledge and reliability in the financial sector, she also assists Clint with the daily logistics operations where needed.
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Bronwen Ballie
Workshop Administration Manager
Bronwen joined our team in 2021, with a background of Workshop Admin & Compliance skills. Bronwen manages our fleet Maintenance & Repairs Schedule and also looks after the company’s Compliance requirements.
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Kayla Hausfeld
Livestock Logistics Coordinator
Kayla has over 3 years experience in the Logistic Coordinator Role. Growing up with a Transport Industry Background and over 12 years in the Livestock Industry before joining our team. Kayla focuses on our Paddock Logistics work as well as assisting Clint with Customer Relations.
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John Goodhew
Leading Hand Diesel Mechanic
Johno has worked with the company for over 13 years. Johno is a Qualified Heavy Diesel Mechanic and Boilermaker, who is responsible for managing in house Workshop Maintenance Servicing and Repairs as well as overseeing the workshop day to day operations.

Work with us

Cavanaghs Stockmaster is always looking for talented, driven individuals to work with with us in our growing and diverse team.

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