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S. Kidman & Co Ltd employs a diverse range of positions across its 18 cattle stations located in QLD, SA, WA and the Northern Territory. Opportunites for employment may become available throughout the season for the following Station positions:

  • Bore Runner / Bore Mechanic
  • Cook - Station & Camp
  • Gardener
  • Head Stockperson
  • Home Tutor
  • Homestead Maintentance
  • Machinery / Plant Operator
  • Mechanic
  • Station Hand / Stockcamp Personnel
  • If you are seeking employment in any of the above areas on a full time or seasonal basis, please contact our Head Office (ph: 08 8334 7100) or email hr@kidman.com.au. Alternatively, to submit an expression of interest for employment in one of the above areas, please click below on "2010 Expression of Interest - All Properties" and the "Apply Now" option.

    Overseas travellers with a current valid working visa and who are already in Australia are welcome to apply for positions, however, should be aware that it is S. Kidman & Co's strong preference to recruit candidates who, in addition to meeting relevant selection criteria for a position, are genuinely seeking ongoing, full-time employment within this Company and in the Australian beef production industry. At this time S. Kidman & Co does not provide employment sponsorship of overseas job seekers.

    Expression of Interest - All Properties
    If you are interested in working with S. Kidman & Co on a full-time or seasonal basis, but there are no vacancies currently advertised for the role you are seeking, you may lodge an expression of interest. Please click on the "Apply Now" option below and ensure that you specify the type of position that you are interested in on the application form.

    Employment opportunites may become available throughout the course of the season for the following Station positions:
    • Bore Runner/ Bore Mechanic
    • Cook - Station & Camp
    • Domestic
    • Gardener
    • Head Stockperson
    • Home Tutor/ Governess
    • Homestead Maintentance
    • Machinery/ Plant Operator
    • Mechanic
    • Station Hand/Stockcamp Personnel

    All Properties - Apply Now

    Station Hand (Level depends on experience) - All Properties
    Opportunites for employment as a Station Hand may be available throughout the season across S. Kidman & Co's extensive portfolio of cattle stations.

    The primary responsibilities of Station Hand personnel include:
    • Assisting with effective and timely herd management, including: mustering, branding, weaning, culling, sales, herd health programs and segregation of livestock classes;
    • Observing and reporting land and environmental issues on the property;
    • Observing safe work procedures;
    • Undertaking vehicle maintenance;
    • Assisting with maintaining and developing facilities and improvements upon the station;
    • Assisting with record keeping;
    • Maintaining good verbal communication.
    Please note: This is not a complete list of job responsibilities and Duty Statements may vary between properties.

    Applicants with skills in cattle handling, horse and motor bike riding will be strongly regarded.

    Comfortable, air-conditioned single room accommodation is provided.

    All Properties - Apply Now

    Bore Maintenance (Level depends on experience) - Helen Springs
      An opportunity exists for a full-time, experienced Bore Maintenance person at Brunchilly, an outstation of Helen Springs Station, located 100km North East of Tennant Creek, NT.

      Reporting to the Outstation Manager, the core requirements of the position include:
      • The ability to perform under limited supervision;
      • Good communication skills;
      • Sound mechanical knowledge of motors, pumps and windmills;
      • Maintaining and servicing of equipment under direct control;
      • Proficient in maintaining adequate water levels for stock;
      • Ensuring stock have clean water at all times (e.g. clean troughs etc);
      • Maintaining fences around watering points;
      • Taking instruction from senior staff;
      • Observing and reporting on any abnormalities associated with the role (e.g. sick cattle, vehicle movements etc);
      • Willing to work unsocial hours when required;
      • Flexible to move into other work areas or perform tasks unrelated to bores if required.
      Comfortable, single room accommodation is available.

    Helen Springs - Apply Now

    Station Cook (Level 3) - Nappa Merrie
      We are currently seeking a full-time, experienced Station Cook for Nappa Merrie Station, located 350 km west of Thargomindah in South West Queensland.

      The successful applicant will need to be capable of carrying out the following duties: Planning menus, ordering supplies, preparing meals for 6-12 people, maintaining the kitchen, dining room and food storage areas in a clean, tidy and hygienic state and other duties as required. Basic cooking skills and excellent standards of cleanliness are essential.

      Comfortable, air-conditioned single room accommodation is provided.

    Nappa Merrie - Apply Now

    Station Cook (Level 4) - Ruby Plains
      Ruby Plains Station, located 50km south of Halls Creek in the East Kimberley's of Western Australia, is seeking a full-time, experienced Station Cook for immediate commencement.

      The successful applicant will need to be capable of carrying out the following duties: Planning menus, assisting with the ordering of supplies, preparing meals for up to 20 people, maintaining the kitchen, dining room and food storage areas in a clean, tidy and hygienic state and other duties as required. Basic cooking skills and excellent standards of cleanliness are essential.

      Comfortable, air-conditioned single room accommodation and all meals are provided. Please note: No animals are permitted.

      Ruby Plains - Apply Now