Station Hand | Newstead Station | NSW

Job Description

Paraway Pastoral Company is seeking a motivated Station Hand to join our team at Newstead Station, near Inverell in the New England region of NSW.

Paraway Pastoral Company owns and operates over 4.4 million hectares of cattle and sheep stations across eastern Australia. We are passionate about progressive agriculture and providing safe, rewarding workplaces for our people.

Property Type

Cattle Station

Property Description

Covering 5,000 hectares, Newstead plays a key role in finishing Angus, Wagyu and trade cattle on developed pastures and rich basalt soils. With over 70 paddocks, rotational grazing and strong rainfall, the property provides hands-on experience in intensive grass finishing within a well-run operation.

Start Date

November 2025

Key Tasks, Duties & Responsibilities

As a Station Hand, you’ll be involved in all aspects of day-to-day station life. This includes handling and caring for cattle, from mustering to drafting, maintaining fences, water points and general infrastructure, and operating vehicles, bikes and machinery safely.

You’ll also support pasture management and basic record keeping, while working closely with a small team to get the job done.

Job Requirements

  • Experience with cattle operations and working dogs

  • Understanding of grazing and pasture management

  • Competence in operating farm machinery

  • A current manual driver’s licence

  • A safety-first approach and willingness to learn

  • Team spirit - reliable, respectful and supportive of others

  • Attention to detail and pride in your work

  • (First Aid, AgVet Chemical and other tickets are an advantage)

Job Benefits

  • A competitive pay package

  • On-farm accommodation

  • Opportunities to grow your skills and career in agriculture

  • A supportive, people-first team environment

  • The chance to work with a leading pastoral company

Application Details

If this sounds like the role for you, we’d love to hear from you. Please submit your CV with a cover letter via the APPLY NOW button

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and a Q Fever vaccination (or be willing to obtain one).

PLEASE NOTE:

  • This is a permanent position and not available to Working Holiday Visa Holders (Backpackers) or overseas applicants. Nor do we offer sponsorship for overseas jobseekers.

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