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The North Australian Pastoral Company (NAPCo) is one of Australia's largest cattle companies, with properties spanning over 6.1 million hectares. NAPCo have 15 cattle stations across Queensland and the Northern Territory, a Depot in Mount Isa, a Feedlot and Farm in the Darling Downs and a corporate office in Brisbane's CBD.
 
To be considered for positions that commence at the start of the 2027 season, please register your expression of interest. 
 
Recruitment for the 2027 season runs September - December 2026, an email notification will come out to anyone who has registered their interest here to advise when applications are officially open. 

NOTE: This is not an application
 
Roles we will be looking to fill include:

• Station Hand / Jackeroo / Jillaroo / Stockperson
• Leading Hand
• Head Stockman
• Machinery Operator / Grader Driver/ Truck Driver
• Bore Runner
• Station Cook
• Governess
• Domestic / Homestead Help / Gardener
• Mechanic

 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 will have roles available to suit those looking do a GAP year, or those looking to stay on with us in a long-term career.
• NAPCo are proud to offer competitive pay, generous annual leave entitlements, season completion bonus 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).
 
To submit an expression of interest click "APPLY". Only applications submitted via NAPCo careers will be considered. You will be notified when the 2026 season recruitment opens via email.

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