The Australian Agricultural Company (AACo) is Australia’s largest integrated cattle and beef producer, specialising in grass-fed, grain-fed, and Wagyu beef production. Established back in 1824, we’ve been doing this a while – in fact, we’re Australia’s oldest continuously operating company. We’ve had plenty of time to figure out how to be the best workplace we can be, with all the support, training, and opportunity you need to shape your career how you want to. We’re dedicated to acknowledging our history even as we look to sustainably feed the future – and we’d love you to join us.
Job Description
Here’s the official stuff
As a team member on one of our stations, farms or feedlots, no two days are the same, from mustering on horseback or motorbike, drafting and trucking cattle, to ensuring our stock are well looked after on our native pastures.
What you need to have:
Genuine interest in learning about the agricultural industry whilst living and working in remote locations – we have properties spread throughout QLD and the NT
Ability to follow instructions and apply initiative to ensure tasks are conducted in line with safe work procedures and processes
Skills in cattle handling, horsemanship and operating a motorbike
Experience in the above is a nice to have, not a must have, but the right attitude and willingness to learn is!
Desired Skills and Experience
What you need to know about life on station:
You’ll get to have a lot of fun with social activities such as inter-station cricket competitions, camp drafts, rodeos, and charity events – as well as our annual Employee Challenge, where you can put your skills to the test
We have on-site social clubs at all properties, and gym/fitness facilities at some
What we offer:
Air-conditioned accommodation, Wi-Fi access and meals provided
New starter allowances, as well as annual operations allowances, each year you stay with us
The best internal on-the-job training, as well as some facilitated by our industry partners
Internal transfers to any other property and pathways to take your career in so many different directions – we’re big on promoting from within
This is your chance to experience more from your career, to embrace a life less ordinary. Extraordinary isn’t just out there. Extraordinary is calling! So click ‘Apply Now’ to start your application.
Additional details
This position can be physically demanding, requiring individuals to work in a variety of weather environments. Due to this, you will be required to undergo a pre-employment medical questionnaire.
AACo is committed to the health and well-being of our employees, and as such, prior to commencement, employees may be required to receive vaccinations as required to undertake their role.
