AddressOur clients operate a large family farming business across several properties in the Maranoa and Central Highlands of Queensland. This position is based on their 20,000-acre property near Roma, QLD which has both an impressive broadacre program and cattle breeding enterprise. The dryland cropping of grain and fodder crops is conducted on 6,000 acres and includes the cultivation of wheat and oats as the primary crops, with occasional summer crops being sown depending on the season.
The herd of 1,000 Hereford/Santa Gertrudis breeders and their offspring run on the remaining 14,000 acres with steers grown out to meet the demands of the feeder market. The cattle are processed using low-stress stock handling techniques without the use of dogs, and cattle work is timed in concurrence with seasonal calving and weaning throughout the year.
You will be working closely with the farm manager and will be involved in all aspects of the cropping and livestock enterprises. There will be weekend and night work during peak times such as planting, harvesting, and spraying, however you will be compensated with time off in lieu. The position will also include general maintenance of farm infrastructure, machinery, and vehicles, making mechanical and fabrication skills advantageous.
The successful applicant will be joining a dynamic and innovative team that values hard work, collaboration, and safety. They will have the opportunity to work in a supportive and challenging environment that encourages personal and professional growth.
The Offer
An attractive salary is offered and will be negotiated, depending on the level of experience. Family accommodation is offered to the successful applicant, along with a work vehicle and work quad bike. The property is within close proximity to Roma, which is the largest town in the Maranoa Region and offers an array of conveniences within a friendly country community. There is an abundance of services, including P-12 schooling, medical services, restaurants, contemporary pubs and a range of employment opportunities for a partner.
Ideal Candidate
To be considered for the position, the ideal candidate should have experience in broadacre cropping and livestock handling. They should be an effective and strong communicator with a positive, can-do attitude, and additionally, they should have basic crop agronomy knowledge, including a chemical user's certificate.
Importantly, you will need to hold an MC licence or qualify to have your current truck licence upgraded.
Register your interest
If you feel that you’re the right fit for this position, please submit an up-to-date resume along with the contact details of 3 references. Preference will be given to those who supply a cover letter addressing their suitability - that is, tell us what you love about the role and how you think you’re the right fit.
For further information please call Bec on 0455 215 *** or email ***@droverag.com.au
Additional information
- Balanced mix of dryland cropping and cattle
- Dynamic, innovative team with attractive salary and family accommodation
- Close proximity to a large regional centre
