We are seeking two capable Station Hands to join the team at Taylors Plains, located approximately 100 kilometres north of Mungallala in Queensland.
Applicants must be intermediate to experienced horse riders and have previous cattle-handling experience. These are not entry-level positions.
Open to singles or couples
Taylors Plains is an 84,000-acre cattle property located approximately 100 kilometres north of Mungallala, Queensland.
The property operates a Wagyu stud and feeds commercial Wagyu weaners.
Mustering cattle on horseback
Cattle handling, drafting and processing
General livestock husbandry
Checking cattle, waters and paddocks
Fencing and infrastructure maintenance
General station and property duties
Working closely together and as part of the wider station team
Operating station vehicles and equipment safely
Maintaining high animal welfare and workplace safety standards
Intermediate to experienced horse-riding ability is essential
Previous cattle-handling experience is essential
Confident working cattle from horseback
Reliable, practical and willing to contribute across all station duties
Able to follow instructions and work effectively within a team
A positive attitude and strong work ethic
Current manual driver’s licence preferred
Both applicants must be available to work together each day
Competitive Day Rate
Accommodation provided
A friendly and welcoming station crew
It is the Hughes family philosophy that the land should be left in a better condition for future generations.
To apply please email a cover letter and resumé with at least 3 current references via the APPLY NOW button below
PLEASE NOTE:
Applicants must have full rights to work in Australia (not open to WHVs or overseas applicants as it is a full time role), sponsorship is not available for this role.
Applications without required skills will not be considered.
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 Queensland, Northern Territory and New South Wales.
A safe and supportive work environment is our key focus, as our people are our greatest asset.
Thrive together.
Hughes properties include:
Lake Nash (NT)
Riveren (NT)
Inverway (NT)
Tierawoomba (QLD)
Miranda Downs (QLD)
Millungera (QLD)
Taylors Plains (QLD)
Tumbar (QLD)
Caldervale (QLD)
Keeroongooloo (QLD)
Colomendy (NSW)