Join one of Australia’s largest pastoral businesses!Tanbar is a large scale cattle growing operation on the Cooper Creek in the channel country of Western Queensland. Tanbar is an important part of the success of Paraway’s Northern breeding operations, receiving the bulk of its cattle from Rocklands, which are grown out for markets on the east coast.Tanbar consists of some 1 million hectares, to the south-west of Windorah. The property also includes the outstation of Mt Howitt. The Cooper Creek flows through Tanbar and floods out a significant portion of the property each year, as well as feeding into the ephemeral Lake Yamma Yamma, providing a natural irrigation system for pasture production.What we expect from you:At least 2 years experience in a similar roleCattle handling, induction, and yard work using low-stress livestock handling methodsAnimal health Monitoring (health, behaviour, feed/water) and reporting issues early adhering to animal welfare standardsMaintain and repair fences, waters and general station infrastructure (welding skills desirable).Ability to ride 2-wheel motorbikeAbility to ride horses or willingness to learnSingle accommodation onlyDriving a variety of machinery to compete daily task and have basic mechanical aptitudeAlways working safely adhering with Station WHS and ability to follow safe practicesBasic computer literacyReliable, punctual, and able to follow routines and instructionsGood attitude, safety awareness and a willingness to learnWhat we offerA competitive pay package depending on your skills and experienceAccommodation provided, couple or families welcome to applyOn-the-job training and developmentA supportive, people-first team environmentThe chance to work with a leading pastoral companyNote: Horses and dogs are not required to fulfill this role but can be accommodatedHow to apply If this sounds like the role for you, we’d love to hear from you.Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and a Q Fever vaccination (or be willing to obtain one).

Station Hand - Tanbar

Join one of Australia’s largest pastoral businesses!

Tanbar is a large scale cattle growing operation on the Cooper Creek in the channel country of Western Queensland. Tanbar is an important part of the success of Paraway’s Northern breeding operations, receiving the bulk of its cattle from Rocklands, which are grown out for markets on the east coast.

Tanbar consists of some 1 million hectares, to the south-west of Windorah. The property also includes the outstation of Mt Howitt. The Cooper Creek flows through Tanbar and floods out a significant portion of the property each year, as well as feeding into the ephemeral Lake Yamma Yamma, providing a natural irrigation system for pasture production.


What we expect from you:

  • At least 2 years experience in a similar role
  • Cattle handling, induction, and yard work using low-stress livestock handling methods
  • Animal health Monitoring (health, behaviour, feed/water) and reporting issues early adhering to animal welfare standards
  • Maintain and repair fences, waters and general station infrastructure (welding skills desirable).
  • Ability to ride 2-wheel motorbike
  • Ability to ride horses or willingness to learn
  • Single accommodation only
  • Driving a variety of machinery to compete daily task and have basic mechanical aptitude
  • Always working safely adhering with Station WHS and ability to follow safe practices
  • Basic computer literacy
  • Reliable, punctual, and able to follow routines and instructions
  • Good attitude, safety awareness and a willingness to learn

What we offer

  • A competitive pay package depending on your skills and experience
  • Accommodation provided, couple or families welcome to apply
  • On-the-job training and development
  • A supportive, people-first team environment
  • The chance to work with a leading pastoral company
  • Note: Horses and dogs are not required to fulfill this role but can be accommodated
How to apply

If this sounds like the role for you, we’d love to hear from you.

Applicants must have the right to work in Australia and a Q Fever vaccination (or be willing to obtain one).