Road Train Driver

AAco; Julia Creek; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Australian Agricultural Company (AACo) is seeking a Road Train Driver to join our Canobie-based team. You will transport cattle across the station and neighbouring routes, maintaining high safety and animal welfare standards.

Ideal candidates will hold a current MC driver's license, be able to work independently or as part of a team, and communicate effectively. This role requires vigilance in fatigue management and routine paperwork for cattle movements.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Current MC driver's license.
• Previous experience in a similar role is advantageous.
• Ability to work both alone and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Transportation of cattle as directed both on and off the station
• Handle cattle in line with AACo animal welfare standards.
• Be responsible for loading cattle at appropriate numbers
• Adhere to current fatigue management guidelines.
• Complete all paperwork as required e.g. Livestock cartage book etc.
• Conduct general property observations while driving
• Carry out road train maintenance - Carry out a pre-start check daily or before each trip taken.
• Maintain road train serviceability and ensure the vehicle is in roadworthy condition.
• Monitor fuel and oil usage and record fuel in fuel log sheets

Skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork

Ability to work alone

Safety-consciousness

Education

MC driver's license

Job description

We are looking for a Road Train Driver to join our team in Canobie. Canobie Station is located 200km north of Cloncurry, in the Gulf Region.

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:

• Transportation of cattle as directed both on and off the station
• Handle cattle in line with AACo animal welfare standards.
• Be responsible for loading cattle at appropriate numbers.
• Adhere to current fatigue management guidelines.
• Complete all paperwork as required e.g. Livestock cartage book etc.
• Conduct general property observations while driving
• Carry out road train maintenance - Carry out a pre-start check daily or before each trip taken.
• Maintain road train serviceability and ensure the vehicle is in roadworthy condition.
• Monitor fuel and oil usage and record fuel in fuel log sheets

Required Skills & Experience:

• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Current MC driver's license
• Previous experience in a similar role is advantageous
• Ability to work both alone and as part of a team