Station Cook/ Homestead Help | Cungelella Station | QLD

We are seeking an organised, friendly and hands-on Station Cook / Homestead Help / Gardener to support the smooth day-to-day running of Cungelella Station. This blended role is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, working outdoors and preparing hearty, nutritious meals for a small crew.

You will work both independently and alongside the Station Services Coordinator, contributing across cooking, cleaning, gardening and general homestead presentation.

About NAPCo

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.

Cungelella Station, QLD

Located between Springsure and Tambo, near Carnarvon National Park, Cungelella Station is a 21,870-hectare backgrounding property that handles approximately 8,000 head of cattle. The station is situated near the Carnarvon National Park, surrounded by rugged sandstone ranges and spectacular outback landscapes—creating a truly unique and picturesque place to live and work.

• Preparing hearty and nutritious dinners for the station crew - cooking for approx. 6-10 regularly.

• Maintaining gardens through mowing, whipper snipping, weeding, mulching and pruning around the homestead, living quarters and broader property

• Keeping living quarters, the recreation room and amenities clean and tidy

• Changing linen and cleaning guest accommodation as required

• Maintaining the overall presentation of the homestead and surrounding areas

• Collecting stores when required

• A flexible and adaptable approach, with the ability to take on a variety of station tasks

• Experience cooking hearty meals for small groups

• Sound knowledge of gardening, cleaning, domestic duties and hygiene practices

• The ability to prioritise workloads and work autonomously with limited direction

• A positive, team-focused attitude and willingness to work alongside the Station crew

• An appreciation for the unique lifestyle offered by a remote cattle station

• A current manual driver licence

• Position commences on station now!

• A full-time position on a centrally located Queensland NAPCo station

• Competitive day rate and generous annual leave entitlements

• Permanent full-time arrangements available, with shorter-term options that may suit travelling couples or grey nomads

• Meals and furnished, air-conditioned, self-contained accommodation provided (suitable for single or couple)

• Pets may be considered

Couples are encouraged to apply. A second position is available for a Machinery Operator / Handyman, undertaking varied duties including machinery operation, general station maintenance and the upkeep of waters and infrastructure. If applying as a working couple, please submit a separate application for each vacancy.

 Pre-employment requirements

Before commencing employment, all new employees are required to complete an Australian National Police Check and be vaccinated against Q Fever. NAPCo will cover all associated costs.

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For more information on this opportunity, please phone 0429 399 630

NAPCo is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces, promotes and values diversity and inclusion.