Enhance the future of Queensland and the world.
As a highly skilled farmhand, you will build a fulfilling career and make a lasting impact every day. This is an operational hands-on role at our extensive beef research facility located approximately 110 kilometers north of Charters Towers. On-site family accommodation may be available.
The opportunity
* Support research projects with accurate operation, adjustment, and calibration of plant and equipment, including livestock handling, weighing, and identification equipment, and specialist research equipment.
* Conduct livestock and pasture agronomic activities, such as mustering, cattle husbandry, grazing land management, livestock water systems installation and operation, machine operation, agricultural Agvet and chemical application, care and maintenance of livestock to ensure their welfare.
* Carry out property maintenance activities, including light fabrication, construction, and maintenance of yards, fences, livestock and other water supply systems, and other farm infrastructure.
* Work independently and collaboratively with other staff, following instructions from supervisors and/or research facility managers to complete tasks successfully and support research projects.
* Provide technical and operational support for the maintenance program for heavy plant, vehicles, equipment, infrastructure, and land assets to ensure they are research-ready, functional, safe, and reliable.
* Demonstrate initiative and responsibility by completing allocated tasks and activities accurately and to a high standard.
Essential Requirements
* A current "C" class drivers license is required for this role.
* Experience in extensive livestock and grazing property operations, farming, and/or agricultural research in Northern Australia.
* Q Fever immunization/confirmation of acquired immunity or willingness to acquire.
* Ability to live and work with a small team in a remote location.
* Possession of, or ability and willingness to acquire, Chemcert accreditation.
Preferred Requirements
* Class R and HR license.
* Current front-end loader, backhoe, dozer, and grader operator's tickets.
Why work for us?
* Work with passion and purpose.
* Have a tangible impact, for today and tomorrow.
* Enjoy interesting, diverse work.
* Follow your path wherever it leads.
* Get the flexibility and support you need to thrive.
* Be part of our one, diverse organization.
Find purpose you feel, impact you see, and a legacy you bring to life.
Join us and be a part of preserving Queensland's agricultural landscape.
Visit our website to learn more about what we do.