REDFORD STATION
STATION HANDS
QLD
Australian Country Choice are proud industry leaders in producing and supplying highest quality cattle and meat products to the local and export markets. We employ over 1200 Queenslanders and together our diverse operation processes 250,000 head of cattle across our large-scale breeding, backgrounding, farming and feedlotting through to our modern food processing and value add packing facility.
Job Type:
Full-Time
Remuneration:
A top daily rate of pay
Start:
Hiring Now
Expires:
Until Positions Filled
Job Description:
ACC’s Redford Station, just 3 hours west of Roma carries up to 12,000 head of breeding & backgrounding cattle situated on 119,600 acres.
This small, energetic crew enjoy working closely together and are well supported by an awesome head stockperson and experienced Property Manager.
Key Tasks, Duties & Responsibilities:
Our station hands take on a range of duties including:
Cattle handling and processing using low stress animal handling techniques
Mustering on horseback and motorbike
Safe operation of vehicles, tools, machinery and equipment
General station and maintenance duties including fences, gates, yards & sheds
Monitor and maintain water supplies including bores, turkeys' nests and tanks
Assisting with livestock supplement distribution
Job Requirements:
Along with being a competent horse rider, you've ideally had previous exposure to handling and working with cattle. Successful candidates will have a positive, can-do approach and demonstrate:
A safety focussed attitude where you take care of yourself and your teammates
A commitment to the highest standards of animal welfare and animal handling
Reliable, honest and trustworthy
Sound mechanical skills and ability to safely operate a range of tools and equipment
Current and valid manual drivers licence
Good communication and interpersonal skills that fosters a supportive team environment
Having sound physical fitness and agility that enables you to safely undertake physical aspects of the job
Job Benefits:
You'll enjoy being a part of this small, energetic team and be rewarded with:
A top daily rate of pay
Paid overtime days
Allowances & annual retention bonus
Single male. air-conditioned accommodation
Nutritious, home cooked meals and snacks prepared by our Station Cook
WIFI
Practical skills training - motorbike schools, horsemanship clinics, horse shoeing, cattle handling and first aid
Employee Assistance Program
Uniforms provided
Participation in ACC's Annual Company Challenge event
Genuine opportunities for career growth
These are ideal roles for someone looking to build on their existing cattle and horsemanship skills and are seeking long term stability, with development and genuine career progression opportunities.
NB: it is a condition of employment with ACC that all new employees are vaccinated for Q-fever, we are happy to assist and facilitate appointments as necessary.
PLEASE NOTE :
This is a permanent position and not available to Working Holiday Visa Holders (Backpackers).
Applications without required skills and experience listed in the ad will not be considered.
ACC REF | 20250416