Hughes Pastoral | Now Hiring | Mustering Season 2026

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.**

The Hughes Pastoral Group, of Hughes Pastoral and Georgina Pastoral, runs over 180,000 head of Wagyu as well as Organic Angus infused cattle on their properties covering over 3 million hectares in QLD & NT. Family owned-with you, we work together. A safe and supportive work environment is our key focus, as our people are our greatest asset. Thrive together.

• Depending on position and property, enquire below

• Depending on position and property, enquire below

• Drivers licence is essential for all positions

Depending on your role, on top of renumeration, most will include:

• Inclusive of accommodation and all meals

• Remuneration will depend on position and experience

• Access to 4G Telstra reception and Wi-Fi, depending on the station.

• Accommodation is available for families/ couples, with work also potentially available for partner dependent on skill set.

• Training and licencing opportunities available.

It is the Hughes family philosophy that the land should be left in a better condition for future generations.

To discuss current job opportunities across our properties, please email a cover letter and resumé with at least 3 current references via the APPLY NOW button below

Please note:

• PLEASE DETAIL IN YOUR EMAIL THE POSITION YOU ARE APPLYING FOR - APPLICATIONS WITHOUT THIS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

• These are permanent positions and NOT available to Working Holiday Visa Holders or overseas applicants.

• Station Managers will contact you if they would like to discuss and potentially offer you a position. Any queries will be answered if or when this happens.