Paringa Gold Pty Ltd is seeking a reliable, motivated and enthusiastic Station Hand to join our team near Dysart in Central Queensland.
This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working with cattle, operating machinery and working outdoors as part of a practical team.
The successful applicant will be involved in the day-to-day running of the property and livestock operations.
You will be based on our cattle property near Dysart in Central Queensland.
Cattle handling, yard work and livestock husbandry
Mustering and moving cattle, including the use of quad bikes
Feeding and watering livestock
Assisting with cattle induction and general stock work
Fencing, yards, waters and general property maintenance
Operating tractors, vehicles and other farm machinery
General cleaning and upkeep of equipment and facilities
Assisting the team with day-to-day feedlot and property operations
Following workplace health, safety and animal welfare procedures
Other general station duties as required
We are looking for someone who:
Has a positive and willing attitude
Is physically fit and comfortable working outdoors
Has a genuine interest in cattle and rural operations
Can work independently as well as part of a team
Has good communication skills and takes pride in their work
Is reliable, punctual and safety conscious
Has a current driver's licence
Has experience with cattle, machinery or station work — preferred but not essential
Is willing to learn and take on new responsibilities
Experience operating quad bikes, tractors and other agricultural machinery will be highly regarded.
Full-time employment with an established Central Queensland cattle operation
Monday to Friday work with rotational weekend duties
Practical, hands-on work across cattle and property operations
Opportunity to develop your livestock, machinery and station skills
A supportive team environment
Stable employment and the opportunity to grow with the business
If you are hardworking, dependable and keen to build a career in the cattle and agricultural industry, we would like to hear from you.
Please submit your current resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and suitability for the position.
PLEASE NOTE :
This is a permanent position and not available to Working Holiday Visa Holders (Backpackers) or overseas applicants.
Applications without required skills and experience listed in the ad will not be considered.
Our business is a diverse family-owned feedlot, backgrounding, breeding and farming operation located one hour drive north of Emerald in Central Queensland. We have a strong customer focus and pride ourselves on offering professional feeding services. We supply beef onto Australian supermarket shelves and major export markets. Our organisation has grown rapidly over the last 5 years and is now in a new expansion phase.