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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.

    2010 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/S tockcamp Personnel

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    Payroll / Accounts Officer (Head Office Location) - None
    S. Kidman & Co Ltd is one of Australia's largest Pastoral Companies, with 12 cattle stations and 180,000 cattle across four states. We require an experienced Payroll/Accounts Officer to be based at our North Adelaide office. Reporting to the Finance Manager, you will liaise with a variety of internal and external clients and be responsible for the following:
    • Weekly and fortnightly processing of payroll for 180 employees
    • Reconciliation and payment of accounts
    • Processing Accounts Receivable
    • Banking
    • Payment of PAYG Deductions and Superannuation contributions
    • Calculation and processing of termination payments
    • Relief Reception Duties
      Ideally you will possess the following skills and experience:
    • Previous experience processing payroll for a substantial number of employees, preferably using MicrOpay
    • Previous accounts payable experience
    • Strong attention to detail
    • Above average in Microsoft Office
    • Be able to work independently yet communicate well
    • Enjoy the variety of tasks provided by working in a small office
    • Have a willing and positive attitude
      There may be opportunity for some flexibility with working hours for this position.

      To apply for this position, please email a resume to hr@kidman.com.au or for further information contact Jane McCauley on 8334 7124.

      None - 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.

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