STATIONHAND
‘Kioma’ is a broadacre farming, cattle & sheep breeding / backgrounding enterprise in the Goondiwindi district. It is part of the privately owned pastoral business Aminya Pastoral, a forward thinking and progressive company with a strong focus on improving the ecological and environmental capacity of its land holdings whilst investing in staff, safety, and animal welfare.
A permanent full-time position has become available on ‘Kioma’, for a motivated and experienced Stationhand to join our team. We are seeking a positive and proactive all-rounder with proven experience in stock and/or farming enterprises. This position would suit a person interested in a long-term career in a mixed farming business and a passion to learn and expand your knowledge. ‘Kioma’ is a 15,000 hectare property, 80km from Goondiwindi and has a primary school right at the front gate.
The position will offer diversity across all enterprises and the successful applicant will ideally have the following attributes:
- Machinery operation & maintenance skills including spraying and planting experience.
- Excellent livestock handling skills with experience in Low Stress Stock handling.
- General farm maintenance, mechanical, welding and fencing skills.
- Ability to muster livestock using quad bikes and dogs.
- A strong commitment to animal welfare.
- A keen interest in soil health, biodiversity, and pasture management.
- Good communication skills.
- The ability to work unsupervised, and as part of a team.
- A commitment to working safely in accordance with Aminya Pastoral’s WH&S policies, procedures, and Safe Ag System.
- HC license or the ability and desire to upgrade.
- Basic computer skills
Benefits include:
A well-maintained, air conditioned three-bedroom home, electricity allowance, mobile phone allowance, meat, work shirts and dog biscuits, along with a wage that will reflect the experience of the successful applicant.
Training and professional development opportunities will be offered as they become available. Families are encouraged to apply with the Kioma State School situated on the property.
Please email applications with resume and two work referees to:
