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TIPPERARY STATION

MACHINERY OPERATOR

NT

TIPPERARY GROUP

The Tipperary Group of Stations (TGS) including Tipperary, Litchfield and Douglas West is a large iconic pastoral property in the Northern Territory. The Group is currently in an exciting growth phase with strategic plans in key areas including cattle breeding and backgrounding, farming, fodder production and horticulture.

Job Type:

Full-Time

Remuneration:

Competitive remuneration

Start:

February 2025

Expires:

Until Position Filled

Job Description:

  • The group presently has an opportunity for a machinery operator to join the team at Tipperary Station, one of Australia’s reowned cattle stations, only two hours’ drive from Darwin.

  • Role is to commence in Feb 2025

Key Tasks, Duties & Responsibilities:

In your role as Machinery Operator, you will be responsible for the operation of:

  • Bulldozer, Grader, front end loader, trucks, tractors and other machinery.

  • Conduct general property observations while operating machinery.

  • Check all fences and report any problems to relevant staff.

  • Maintain the loader/grader, including its air conditioning, in a safe, serviceable and roadworthy condition.

  • Develop a schedule for and monitor the need for services.

  • Carry out planned and unplanned repairs and maintenance in a timely manner.

  • Wash and clean the exterior and interior of the dozer/grader.

  • Monitor and report fuel, oil and spare parts usage.

  • Perform other duties and assume responsibilities as assigned.

Job Requirements:

Successful applicants must have:

  • Previous experience is ESSENTIAL

  • You must be reliable, honest and self-motivated. As well as neat and tidy, organised and punctual.

  • Drivers Licence

  • Have own transport & no pets.


We are looking for someone with the following attributes:

  • Ability to work unsupervised

  • Demonstrated ability to develop effective and productive working relationships

  • A commitment to safe work practices producing quality workmanship within the required time frame

  • Well-developed communication skills along with a team-oriented outlook

  • Clean and sober habits

Job Benefits:

  • Competitive remuneration

  • Training and development opportunities

  • Private male & female air-conditioned accommodation

  • 3 meals a day prepared by an excellent station chef

  • Wi-Fi access

  • Full Telstra mobile phone reception at the Tipperary home compound

  • Schooling to grade 6 available onsite

  • Access to station amenities including tennis court and swimming pool

  • Some of the best fishing spots in the NT

  • Excellent environmental assets/camping etc


Put your CV together with at least 2 reference contacts, and send it via the apply now button or email to Jess at jthompson@tipperarygroup.com.au or via the APPLY NOW button below.


PLEASE NOTE:

  • Successful applicants maybe subject to pre-employment fitness for work testing, including a comprehensive medical, and drug & alcohol test

  • This is a permanent position and not available to Working Holiday Visa Holders

  • No dogs are allowed with this position

Ref 20241112

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