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CAVE CREEK STATION

STATION MECHANIC/ ALL ROUNDER

NT

CAVE CREEK STATION

Cave Creek Station is a family owned commercial cattle enterprise operating for over 30 years across three properties totalling 126,000ha with 10,000 brahman and brahman-cross cattle. We also operate a small sand extraction business and have cleared country to develop.

Located near the renowned Mataranka Thermal Pools and the Roper River, Cave Creek Station is close to the small township of Mataranka and 120km from Katherine. The area boasts tropical rivers and waterholes with all the recreational opportunities they offer.

Job Type:

Full-time

Remuneration:

Salary will be dependent on qualifications and experience.

Start:

Negotiable

Expires:

Until position filled

Job Description:

  • We have a full-time, permanent position for a mechanically-minded Station Mechanic/ All-rounder to join our team near Mataranka, NT.

  • The Station Mechanic/ All-rounder will assist with repairs and maintenance on vehicles and machinery, bore running, truck driving and a wide-range of other normal cattle station activities.

  • Accommodation is most suited to singles however enquiries from couples are not discouraged.

  • We are a stone’s throw from Mataranka Thermal Pools and Mataranka Tourist Resort. Beautiful rivers run on and around the property and are ideal for camping, fishing and hunting.

Key Tasks, Duties & Responsibilities:

The Station Mechanic/ All-rounder will have a variety of tasks:  assisting with vehicle and machinery maintenance in a well-equipped shed, as well as bore running, truck driving and a wide-range of other normal cattle station activities. 


The Mechanic/ All-rounder will have the opportunity to take a lead role in some areas of responsibility.

  • Practice and promote a positive health and safety culture

  • Report directly to management

  • Vehicle and machinery repairs and maintenance incl older landcruisers, ex-army Perentie, trucks, tractors and heavy machinery

  • Maintain a clean and tidy workshop area

  • Other duties as required such as bore running, lick running, truck driving, fencing, mustering, farming and operating heavy machinery.

Job Requirements:

  • Experience of at least 3 years of station mechanical work OR formal diesel mechanic or similar relevant qualification

  • HR or MC truck drivers’ licence

  • Initiative and good work ethic

  • A demonstrated ability to work alone, unsupervised, or to work in a team as required

  • Other experience relevant to the operation of a cattle station will be viewed favourably such as experience with livestock, truck driving, machinery operation, bore maintenance, farming, fencing, feral animal control etc

Job Benefits:

  • Salary will be dependent on qualifications and experience. 

  • Start date negotiable.

  • Board, keep and internet provided. Mains power. Mobile reception.

  • Comfortable single room with ensuite in well-equipped quarters and pleasant shared areas.

  • Above Pastoral award conditions

  • At Cave Creek Station, we are committed to providing our team members with a flexible, rewarding experience in a family environment and the chance to explore and enjoy exclusive access to some of the best rivers and country the Top End has to offer.

  • Opportunities for training and to progress levels of responsibility.

  • Become part of a safe, respectful, fun team with a positive work culture; valuing teamwork, open communication, mutual support and encouragement.


To apply, please submit your cover letter, outlining your suitability for the position and current resume with references. Please contact Sally for more information or to apply: cavecreek@bigpond.com


PLEASE NOTE :

  • This is a permanent position. Working Holiday Visa Holders (Backpackers) would only be considered in the absence of any other suitable applicants. 

  • Sponsorship might be an option for a serious contender.

  • No hunting dogs

Sally 20250219

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