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Thank you for your interest in a career with The Heytesbury Cattle Co. We employ staff in the following positions:

Station Hand
Machine Operator (Grader)
Boreman
Cook
Governess/Home Tutor
Leading Hand
Head Stockperson
Assistant Manager
Station Manager

Currently Recruiting:

A s s i s t a n t M a n a g e r - Victoria River Downs Station
Reporting to the General Manager – Operations, we are seeking an Assistant Manager, or experienced Head Stockman ready to take that next step in their career. The successful candidate must have experience in a large-scale breeder operation.

You will be self-motivated with a strong work ethic, communicate well and be a team player. A high level of leadership is essential in directing, motivating, and training staff to carry out the day-to-day activities, including herd management, animal husbandry, fencing, infrastructure maintenance, weed, and pest management, while also being across the operations at Humbert River Outstation.

Strong attention to detail and accuracy in recording data, a high level of cattle and horse handling skills, along with a focus on safety in the workplace is essential. The ability to preg-test would be highly regarded.

Located approximately 350 kilometres south of Katherine, Victoria River Downs Station includes Humbert River Outstation, and combined they run approximately 14,000 breeders, with a total herd over 34,000 head covering 3,800km2.

This is a hands-on role that will see you out in the yards as well as attending to office duties.

Being a successful family-owned business that has operated for over 35 years, we understand the importance of balancing work and lifestyle, with opportunities to attend social events, campdrafts, rodeos, visiting local gorges, fishing, or enjoy a BBQ with some friendly in-house competitions.

Offering opportunities of training and professional development for a long-term career within Heytesbury Cattle Co.

Offering a competitive salary package, with a partner support role available, this role would suit an individual or couple looking to progress their careers.

Email applications to jobs@heytesburycattleco.com.au

Only candidates progressing to the next stage will be contacted.

A s s i s t a n t M a n a g e r – Victoria River Downs Station
S t a t i o n C o o k - Victoria Rivers Downs & Mt Sanford Station
The station cook prepares and serves four nutritional meals a day (breakfast, smoko, lunch & dinner). A positive can-do attitude is a must for this physically demanding job with early starts and long days, but for an organised person there is plenty of time for breaks.

You will have good personal hygiene, maintain an extremely clean and tidy kitchen, store and prepare food to meet strict food safety and handling standards.

Previous experience in a similar role or catering background is essential. Catering numbers varying depending on the station, usually between 10-20, with additional visitors and functions on an ad-hoc basis.

A friendly, self-motivated nature is important to this position along with an honest work ethic.

Being a successful family-owned business that has operated for over 35 years, we understand the importance of balancing work and lifestyle, with opportunities to attend social events, campdrafts, rodeos, to visiting local gorges, do a spot of fishing, or enjoy a BBQ with some friendly in house competitions.

This is a seasonal position running from early March until November, someone who can commit to this whole period will normally be favoured over someone who can’t.

R E C R U I T I N G N O W 2 0 2 2 S E A S O N

Positions available at Victoria River Downs and Mt Sanford Station’s

Offering competitive day rate, with air-conditioned single accommodation and meals included, along with wifi on the station.

Applying on-line is the quickest and most reliable way to be considered for any of our positions

S t a t i o n C o o k – Victoria Rivers Downs & Mt Sanford Station
M a c h i n e O p e r a t o r (Grader)
The machine operator contributes to station maintenance by operating and maintaining the grader and other equipment and vehicles as required.

Main duties include maintaining station roads, airstrips, fence lines and fire breaks, with the ability to observe and report on general property conditions.

Previous Grader driving experience will be highly regarded.

Being a successful family-owned business that has operated for over 35 years, we understand the importance of balancing work and lifestyle, with opportunities to attend social events, campdrafts, rodeos, to visiting local gorges, do a spot of fishing, or enjoy a BBQ with some friendly in house competitions.

Offering competitive day rate, air-conditioned single accommodation, meals and wifi on the station.

R E C R U I T I N G N O W 2 0 2 2 S E A S O N

Applying on-line is the quickest and most reliable way to be considered for any of our positions

M a c h i n e O p e r a t o r (Grader)
B o r e m a n - Pigeon Hole Station
The boreman is responsible for checking and maintaining bores, turkey nest dams, motors, troughs, and surrounding fences to ensure continuous water supply to all stock. Experience is required with a sound understanding of the cattle industry.

Previous experience in a similar role will be highly regarded and you must have basic mechanical skills.

Being a successful family-owned business that has operated for over 35 years, we understand the importance of balancing work and lifestyle, with opportunities to attend social events, campdrafts, rodeos, to visiting local gorges, do a spot of fishing, or enjoy a BBQ with some friendly in house competitions.

Offering competitive day rate, air-conditioned single accommodation, meals and wifi on the station.

R E C R U I T I N G N O W 2 0 2 2 S E A S O N

Applying on-line is the quickest and most reliable way to be considered for any of our positions

B o r e m a n – Pigeon Hole Station
S t a t i o n H a n d
The station hand contributes to the livestock program by undertaking duties such as handling and monitoring of livestock, machinery operation and maintenance, general station maintenance and repairs, and land management.

Although not always necessary, applicants are generally expected to have good horse handling skills.

Enthusiasm, a willingness to learn, and enjoyment of the outdoor life are essential.

Being a successful family-owned business that has operated for over 35 years, we understand the importance of balancing work and lifestyle, with opportunities to attend social events, campdrafts, rodeos, to visiting local gorges, do a spot of fishing, or enjoy a BBQ with some friendly in-house competitions.

A couple of things you should be aware of:
- most of our stations have limited spots to fill each season
- when managers have only a few spots to fill, they may be more picky about someone’s experience with cattle and horses,
- the season runs from about March until November, and someone who can commit to this whole period will normally be favoured over someone who can’t,
- you will only hear from our managers if they have a position suitable for your skills and experience.
Offering competitive day rate, air-conditioned single accommodation, meals and wifi on the station.

L I M I T E D S P O T S A V A I L A B L E F O R T H E 2 0 2 2 S E A S O N

Applying on-line is the quickest and most reliable way to be considered for any of our positions
S t a t i o n H a n d

If you are looking for work and/or experience on one of our cattle stations, whether it is on a casual, full-time or seasonal basis, please complete our on-line application form. Applications are kept for 12 months. Only successful candidates will be contacted.

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A s s i s t a n t M a n a g e r - Victoria River Downs Station

S t a t i o n C o o k - Victoria Rivers Downs & Mt Sanford Station

M a c h i n e O p e r a t o r (Grader)

B o r e m a n - Pigeon Hole Station

S t a t i o n H a n d

Candidate Information

Experience

Health/Medical History

Applicant Declaration

Notice