We're recruiting for a range of station-based roles across Queensland and the Northern Territory for the 2027 season. If you enjoy hands-on outdoor work, thrive in a close-knit team environment and are ready to experience everything station life has to offer, we'd love to hear from you.
We typically look for people who:
Enjoy working outdoors and being part of a station team
Have a positive attitude and strong work ethic
Work well with others and contribute to a supportive team environment
Are willing to get involved in all aspects of station operations
Have experience with cattle, horses or motorbikes, or are keen to learn
Embrace the challenges and rewards of remote station life
Northern Territory - Alexandria | Mittiebah | Gallipoli | Soudan
Queensland Gulf - Coolullah | Kynuna
Queensland Channel Country - Glenormiston | Marion Downs
Queensland - Mantuan Downs | Cungelella | Goldsborough
Bore Runners
Machinery Operators / Grader Operators
Governesses
Station Cooks
Head Stockmen
Butchers
Rangelands Officers
Livestock Data Systems Coordinators
Stud Coordinators
Click Apply to visit NAPCo Careers and learn more about current and upcoming opportunities across our stations.
Day-to-day Station hand duties include:
Mustering cattle on horseback and motorbike
Yard work, processing cattle and supporting low stress stock handling practices
Checking waters, fences and livestock across the station
Assisting with fencing, general maintenance and basic machinery operation
Working safely as part of a team while following NAPCo policies and procedures
Pitching in with other station jobs as needed — no two days are quite the same
About you:
Have experience working with cattle, with low stress stock handling experience highly regarded
Be a confident horse rider and/or motorbike rider, with mustering experience preferred
Be willing to flex across mustering, fencing, maintenance and other general station duties
Have machinery operation experience, or a willingness to learn
Work well both independently and as part of a team
Follow health and safety policies, procedures and safe work practices
Bring a positive attitude, enthusiasm and a willingness to get involved in station life
Permanent full-time position, commence on station Feb/March 2027
A competitive day rate | Generous annual leave entitlements | Season completion bonus
We invest heavily in on-the-job training and all staff are offered and encouraged to complete a traineeship in Agriculture.
Meals and air-conditioned accommodation provided
NAPCo stations have a great social environment and give all employees the chance to attend our annual Station Challenge, ad-hoc campdrafts, sports days, fishing, camping etc...
Please only submit applications here if you are looking for a position that commences in 2027.
Click APPLY to submit an application
If apply as a working couple, please ensure both resumes are submitted
Applications open in September
Applications will be reviewed, shortlisted and interviews held between October - December 2026
NOTE: not all stations are able to accommodate dogs, which may limit potential placement options.
For more information on phone 0429 399 630 or Email hr@napco.com.au
NOTE: Positions will be updated and advertised progressively between September and December 2026 as opportunities become available.
Pre-employment requirements
Prior to commencement, all new employees are required to undertake an Australian National Police Check and are also required to be vaccinated against Q Fever (all associated costs covered by NAPCO).
NAPCo is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces, promotes and values diversity and inclusion.
The North Australian Pastoral Company (NAPCo) was founded in 1877 and is one of Australia's leading beef cattle companies, managing over 6.1 million hectares, largest single herd in the world and home to Five Founders Beef. NAPCo employs approximately 220 staff operating across Queensland and the Northern Territory, with 15 cattle stations, a Depot in Mount Isa, a Feedlot and Farm in the Darling Downs and an office in Brisbane's CBD.
Our Story
NAPCo is one of Australia’s oldest and largest cattle companies, with a proud history of stewardship of our animals, the land we farm and the future of our business. Nothing showcases the strength of our values more than the fact that descendants of our original founding families are still involved in the business today.
Join NAPCo in 2027 for our 150th anniversary year - 150 Years of Cattle. People. Purpose.
Our Difference
In 2027 we continue to build on our proud 150-year history of being one of Australia’s leading cattle producers by raising consistently great-tasting beef, building long-term relationships with partners and customers, and demonstrating outstanding levels of care for our people, our animals and our environment.
Positive outcomes for our business, our animals and our environment.
NAPCo began in 1877 when its original partners took up leases over a vast area of the Barkly Tableland in the Northern Territory, with Queensland properties added over time as the company grew and developed. Family-based ownership remained predominant within NAPCo until 2016 when QIC (Queensland Investment Corporation) became the majority investor.
“WE TAKE PRIDE IN THE WELLBEING OF OUR LIVESTOCK”
Our properties:
Northern Territory
Alexandria Station
Gallipoli Station
Mittiebah Station
Queensland
Gulf & North West Queensland
Boomarra Station
Coolullah Station
Kynuna Station (includes Dagworth)
Glenormiston Station
Monkira Station
Central Queensland
Cungelella Station
Mantuan Downs
Portland Downs Station
Southern Queensland
Goldsborough Station
Feedlot & Farming
Wainui Feedlot and Farm
