7 Machine Operators jobs

We’re on the lookout for someone who knows their way around tools, machinery, and livestock — someone who can see what needs doing, fix it properly, and keep things running smoothly. If you’ve got a trade background or solid practical skills, this job’s for you. This is a hands-on job with plenty of variety. One day you’ll be working on machinery or water systems, the next you’ll be cleaning feedlot pens or planning projects around the grazing property. We need someone who can think ahead, stay organised, and get the job done without being chased.

Pastoral Partners Australia (PPA) is looking to appoint a skilled Machinery/Plant Operator to join our team on a full-time basis. The successful applicant will have good interpersonal, relationship building and communication skills, together with a desire to work within an emerging sector. To be successful in this role, the applicant must be able to work independently and manage competing priorities to meet deadlines and objectives. The position, based at St Geroge, will work to support the General Manager of Property Operations and the Farm Managers across all PPA owned properties, and will be integral to supporting the PPA team and being a key enabler to achieving success.

If you are looking for a rewarding role and the chance live and work on a Central Australian cattle station in 2026 with plenty of variety in your day, this Machine Operator role could be the position for you! This position is for an individual or couple, as we also have a STATION HAND role on offer.

We are currently hiring for 2026. Stations include: NT – Inverway/Riveren & Lake Nash Stations Qld – Tierawoomba, Tumbar, Keeroongooloo, Caldervale, Miranda Downs and Taylors Plains.   Positions with us include the following: Head Stockperson (min 2 years experience) Manager/ Assistant Manager Station Hand/Stock Hand Bore Runner/Bore Mechanic Grader Driver/ Operator Cook (Station and Camp) Homestead Maintenance Pilot (Rotary only, no fixed wing) Mechanic Governess **These are permanent positions and not available to Working Holiday Visa Holders.**