_{27th August, 2026}

An established mixed farming operation in Queensland’s Western Downs region is looking for an Experienced Farm Hand, with the potential for ongoing work for the right applicant.

This is a substantial operation offering plenty of variety throughout the seasons. The successful applicant will be involved in broadacre cropping, machinery operation, a beef cattle trading program and general day-to-day duties across the property.

The position could suit either an Experienced Farm Hand with a family or a single applicant looking for ongoing work within a varied mixed farming operation.

The Role
Duties will include:

• Operating a range of broadacre farming machinery
• Assisting with planting, spraying and harvest
• Working within the beef cattle trading program
• Cattle mustering and stock handling
• General machinery servicing and maintenance
• Property repairs and upkeep
• Working independently and as part of the team

About You
We are looking for someone who:

• Has previous broadacre farming or machinery experience
• Has cattle handling and mustering experience
• Is capable, reliable and willing to get in and have a go
• Takes pride in their work and looks after machinery and property
• Can work independently once familiar with the operation
• Has good practical and problem-solving skills
• Holds a current driver’s licence
• Can provide relevant work-related references

A mechanical, fabrication or other trade background would be highly regarded, although it is not essential.

Accommodation
Quality accommodation is available depending on the successful applicant’s circumstances:

• A very recently renovated, unfurnished family home with two large living areas; or
• A mostly furnished cottage suitable for a single applicant

The family home has been extensively updated and provides comfortable accommodation for an applicant relocating with their family.

What’s on Offer

• Full-time employment
• Potential for ongoing work for the right applicant
• Varied work across cropping and cattle
• Quality accommodation available
• Remuneration negotiated based on experience and capability

If you are an Experienced Farm Hand interested in varied work across cropping and cattle in Queensland’s Western Downs region, we would like to hear from you.

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