Station Hand

Full time Station Hands

Job Description

Joining an established crew and working under an experienced management team, we have an opening for a station hand to join Rawlinna on a full-time, permanent basis.

  • Ongoing Bonuses!!

  • Accommodation with AC + StarLink and meals provided

  • Experience well regarded, but those starting out should still apply

Property Type

Sheep Station

Property Description

We are a fourth-generation business, in operation for over 130 years across Australia and with cattle and sheep properties across the country.

Rawlinna Station lies 4 hours’ drive east of Kalgoorlie on the western side of the Nullarbor in WA, with a full-time permanent staff of 15. The property covers over 2.5 million acres with capacity to run up to 65,000 Merino sheep.

Start Date

Hiring Now

Key Tasks, Duties & Responsibilities

Some of what you will be involved in:

  • Mustering of sheep on 2-wheel motorbikes

  • Water runs – checking various dams, bores and water points across the property

  • Yard work and fencing

  • Various mechanical work including engine and small motor maintenance and servicing

Job Requirements

The job suits those already working on a station and are looking for a new challenge, however we will also consider those with:

  • Good mechanical knowledge

  • Earth moving and/or truck driving experience

  • Trade experience

 

NOTE: Stock work is done on 2-wheel motorbikes, so you will need to have experience riding along with basic mechanics and repairs (or be willing and able to learn).

Job Benefits

  • Accommodation is available at the property in comfortable, single-person staff quarters (air-conditioned). 

  • A competitive day rate (in line with experience).

  • Starlink internet

  • Meals on working day's

  • 6 weeks annual leave

  • Ongoing staff bonus

 

Due to Rawlinna’s location, it is advisable that you have your own vehicle for convenience, but public transport is available and easily arranged. Access to the station from Kalgoorlie is via a well maintained unsealed, dirt road or alternatively you can reach the station by heading north from the Eyre Highway if you’re coming from South Australia.

At Rawlinna, a great attitude and a willingness to learn will leave you in good stead.

Test yourself and enjoy the challenge in a fast-paced environment!

Application Details

Please APPLY NOW below with a current Resume with your application including contactable work referenced. Should you have any questions, please contact Shane in HR on 08 8100 1609.

For further information on the company, please visit www.jumbuck.com.au

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