Bore Runner

Australian Agricultural Company (AACo); Headingly; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration

Employee discounts

Training & development

Accommodation & meals

Job summary

Australian Agricultural Company (AACo) in Headingly, Queensland, is seeking a Bore Runner to join our team. The role involves operating bore running activities on Headingly Station, near Urandangie, and ensuring reliable water supply for cattle.

You will perform preventative maintenance, record water levels and cattle counts, coordinate daily and weekly work schedules, and work well both independently and with a team in a remote agricultural environment.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a similar role (desired).
• Previous experience with solar bores (desired).
• Mechanical knowledge and experience (desired).
• Ability to coordinate a daily and weekly work schedule.
• Capability to work both alone and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Safely perform bore running tasks and follow safety guidelines.
• Check tank and turkey nest levels, fences, troughs, and solar equipment.
• Ensure water supply levels are correct.
• Keep written records of bores, water levels, cattle, and maintenance.
• Maintain bore runner vehicle and report breakdowns.

Skills

Similar role exp

Solar bores

Mechanical skills

Scheduling

Team & self-motivation

Job description

We are looking for a talented Bore Runner to join our team in Headingly. Headingly Station, near Urandangie, is located 200 km southwest of Mount Isa.

Who are we:

Established in 1824, Australian Agricultural Company (AACo) is one of Australia’s largest integrated cattle and beef producers and is the country’s oldest continuously operating company. Today, AACo owns and operates a strategic balance of stations, feedlots and farms spanning approximately 6.5 million hectares of land across Queensland and the Northern Territory. Our people manage a large-scale Wagyu herd, producing consistently high-quality branded beef distributed to over 20 countries around the world.

We are fostering a culture that values safety, inclusion and opportunity, and are committed to integrating care for our people, animals and land into the way we do business - Reimagining Australian agriculture to share with the world - and we’d love you to join us.

Key Responsibilities:

• Safely perform your job and take responsibility for your safe work behaviour.
• Checking tank & turkey nest levels, turkey nest fences, troughs & solar equipment at each bore.
• Ensuring water supply levels are correct.
• Keeping a written record of bores, checking the level of water at each tank & turkey nest, the number of cattle at each trough, and maintenance of fences, troughs and solar panels.
• Maintain bore runner motor vehicle and report any breakdowns.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Previous experience in a similar role (desired)
• Previous experience with solar bores (desired)
• Mechanical knowledge and experience (desired)
• Ability to coordinate a daily and weekly work schedule.
• Capability to work both alone and as part of a team.

Benefits:

• Competitive remuneration & allowances
• Service recognition & employee discounts with preferred suppliers.
• Ongoing training and development, both on the job and from external providers
• Air-conditioned accommodation and meals provided.

We hope this overview has provided you with valuable insight into AAco . If you have any questions or would like any further information, please contact us via [e-mail].