Job Description

  • 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

Property Type

Cattle Station

Property Description

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.

Start Date

Hiring Now

Key Tasks, Duties & Responsibilities

  • 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

Job Requirements

  • 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

Job Benefits

  • Competitive Day Rate 

  • Accommodation provided

  • Meals included
  • 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.

  • Sadly, we are unable to accommodate pets; however, applicants may be able to bring their own horses by prior arrangement.

Application Details

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. 

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