Station Hands | Jackaroo |2026 | Springfield Station | Mount Surprise | Qld

Job Description

This position is for Jackaroo Station Hand and/or Machinery/Maintenance operator to assist the manager at our property, Springfield Station, a large breeding enterprise approximately 40km from Mount Surprise, Queensland.

If you have a keen interest for machinery operation and maintenance these positions are able to be tailored to skill set and experience so please apply - We would like to hear from you! 

Permanent positions available for the right candidates! 

Property Type

Cattle Station

Property Description

68,500 Ha beef cattle station situated in Far North Queensland. Centrally situated only 30 min from Mount Surprise, 2hrs 45 min from Atherton, 4 hrs from Charters Towers, 5hrs from Townsville. 

An abundance of natural water holes makes for plenty to do on your days off!

Pay above ward wage, package based on experience. Jobs and position description able to be tailored pending successful applicants. 

Start Date

ASAP - Early 2026

Key Tasks, Duties & Responsibilities

Station Hands:

  • Assist with mustering & processing of cattle

  • Fixing and maintaining fences

  • General station duties

  • Feeding lick and animal supplements with a Hiab 

  • Infrastructure/water repairs and maintenance 

Maintenance and Machinery Operator: 

  • Assist with maintenance and servicing of all station vehicles/machines and equipment

  • Maintenance of roads, clearing for weed control and fences 

Job Requirements

  • Machinery driving highly adventageous (Loader and grader)

  • Previous station experience 

  • Clean and tidy habits 

  • Common sense with attention to detail

  • Friendly, honest and good work ethic are a must! 

Job Benefits

  • Above Award Remuneration dependent on skills and experience 

  • Fun, social community with opportunity to attend local events/campdrafts/rodeos/races

  • Healthy work/life balance with a supportive family enviroment

  • Work with a small, supportive crew that fosters a genuine family-like environment. 

  • Potential for career progression, training and education opportunities with an expanding company 

Application Details

To discuss these positions, please email a cover letter (addressed to Ben Terry) and resumé with at least 3 current references via the APPLY NOW button below. 

Please outline your competent station skills In your resume 

Applicants without the required skills and experience listed in the ad may not be considered.

We cannot stress enough how important it is to spend some time on putting a cover letter/ message together explaining your suitability to the role - in addition to your resume! Due to an overwhelming amount of applications only those who are short listed will be contacted. 

Not suitable for overseas job seekers or working holiday visas

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