Station Hand | Duaringa | QLD

Join a dynamic company where you'll be part of a stable, inclusive team that values collaboration and supports your personal and professional growth.

Mactaggart Pastoral is seeking a motivated Station Hand to join our team on a cattle property in the Duaringa district.

Working closely with the manager and a supportive team, you'll also have the opportunity to work independently and take ownership of your responsibilities. We encourage all team members to contribute ideas, participate in decision-making, and play an active role in achieving goals. Comprehensive on-the-job training, along with opportunities for professional development, will be provided.

This is a varied, hands-on role with responsibilities including property infrastructure maintenance and development, livestock husbandry as well as operating a range of plant and machinery (including grader, dozer, skid steer and excavator).

This 19,500-hectare beef breeding and trading property is located 43kms north of Duaringa. The property is a mix of land types including brigalow, river country, rosewood ridges and softwood scrub. 

• Vehicle and machinery repairs and maintenance

• Fencing and infrastructure repairs and maintenance

• Pasture monitoring and recording

• Infrastructure planning and development

• Livestock husbandry

• Machinery operation

• Weed management

• Growth mindset; values-driven; solution-based thinking

• Good communication and organisational skills

• Be a self-starter and confident working independently

• Ability to confidently operate 2-wheel bikes and buggies

• Willingness to use Low-stress stock handling (training provided)

• Manual car license – essential

• High level of attention to detail and strong work ethic

• Be enthusiastic, respectful, trustworthy and reliable

• Skills and accreditations from other industries considered favourable

• Personal and professional growth

• Varied role in a dynamic operation 

• Inclusive,  supportive and stable work environment

• On the job training and external training opportunities

• Work independently and as a group

• Close to major centre Rockhampton (150kms)  and Duaringa (43kms)

• Accommodation, electricity and some meat provided

Applicants please submit your resume with 2 or more work references who are contactable; along with a cover letter/ message ideally. 

Please call Andrew on 0427 358 542 for further information. 

PLEASE NOTE :

• This is a permanent position and not available to Working Holiday Visa Holders (Backpackers) or overseas candidates.

• Applications without required skills and experience listed in the ad will not be considered.