Station Hand: Livestock Operations & Career Growth

Drover Ag Recruitment; Yass Valley; On-site; AUD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

House provided

Work vehicle

Meat allowance

Dog feed allowance

Upskilling program

Job summary

Drover Ag Recruitment is seeking a Station hand for a mixed enterprise in the Yass/Canberra region of NSW. This hands-on role focuses on stock handling, mustering, and routine animal health work across sheep and cattle.

You will report to the Station Manager, receive structured upskilling, and work toward a clear internal career path as the business expands. The package includes housing, a work vehicle, and allowances to support your role.

Qualifications

• 1+ years on‑farm sheep and cattle handling experience.
• Confident two-wheel motorbike riding across hill country.
• Passion for stockmanship and working dogs.
• Valid driver’s licence, good fitness, team orientation.
• Horse riding ability a welcome bonus.

Responsibilities

• Mustering, drafting, processing sheep and cattle; implement animal health programs.
• Fencing repairs, water troughs, vehicle operation, and seasonal cropping support.

Skills

Stockmanship

Motorbike riding

Working dogs

Team player

Tools

Te Pari sheep handler

Combi Clamp

Cattle yards

Job description

Drover Ag Recruitment is seeking a Station hand for a mixed enterprise in the Yass/Canberra region of NSW. This hands-on role focuses on stock handling, mustering, and routine animal health work across sheep and cattle.

You will report to the Station Manager, receive structured upskilling, and work toward a clear internal career path as the business expands. The package includes housing, a work vehicle, and allowances to support your role.