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We're happy to hear from you all year round! Please submit an application here, we'll keep your details on file for when a suitable role comes up.
 
Looking for a role on Station in 2026? We're happy to hear from you all year round!
If you're interested in working for NAPCo on station, but there is no advertisement for the role you're looking for, please submit an application here and we'll keep your details on file for when something comes up this year. If you have applied for a vacancy, there is no need to apply here also - we already have your details to hand. 

Please only submit your details to this vacancy if you're available now and can commence a position in 2026. Should you only be available to commence in 2027 - applications will open for the 2027 Season from September.

About Us!
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. 
 
Roles we look to fill include:

• Station Hand / Jackeroo / Jillaroo / Stockperson
• Bore Runner
• Leading Hand
• Head Stockman
• Machinery Operator / Grader Driver/ Truck Driver
• Station Cook | Assistant Station Cook
• Governess
• Domestic / Homestead Help / Gardener / Butcher
• Feedlot hand

To be considered for positions throughout 2026, please complete an application, by attaching a resume with 2 referees and a cover letter explaining your interest in joining our team. 

Attributes we look for:

• We are looking for enthusiastic, team oriented, motivated people, that have good communication skills and are passionate about cattle and station life. Ideally you will have a solid work ethic, with a willingness to learn and a great attitude.
• If you're interested in a Station hand role, experience riding a horse or motorbike will be advantageous.

Employee Benefits:

• We have roles available to suit those looking for a position till the end of the year, or whose looking to stay on with us in a long-term career.
• NAPCo are proud to offer competitive pay, generous annual leave entitlements and transfer opportunities between stations at the end of the year.
• We invest heavily in on-the-job training and all staff are offered and encouraged to complete a Traineeship in Agriculture.
• NAPCo stations have a great social environment and give all employees the chance to attend our annual Station Challenge, ad hoc campdrafts, sports days, fishing, camping etc..

Pre-employment requirements:
Prior to commencement, all new employees are required to undertake an Australian National Police Check and are also required to be vaccinated against Q Fever (all associated costs covered by NAPCO).
 
If you have any queries, please phone 0429 399 630 or email hr@napco.com.au.

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