Rural and agricultural work in Australia is as diverse as its landscapes, from the vast outback stations of Queensland to the fertile farming regions of Victoria. Whether you're interested in cattle ranching in the Northern Territory or crop farming in New South Wales, there's a wealth of opportunities waiting for you in this great land.
The seasons play a vital role in Australian agriculture, with harvest times varying significantly across regions. This page is designed for those looking to connect with the heart of rural Australia, whether you're an experienced hand or just starting in the industry. Explore job listings, set up alerts, and filter by your preferred locations to find the perfect role.
Hands-on leadership role for an experienced couple to manage Stirling Downs, a 45,000-acre beef fattening property 50km south-west of Tambo, QLD. Permanent full-time; air-conditioned family home provided. Duties include livestock management, mustering by motorbike, fencing, and bore maintenance. Pay: Attractive remuneration package (experience dependent).
Permanent leadership role at AACo's Brunette Downs station, 350km north-east of Tennant Creek NT, overseeing the stockcamp on a breeding and backgrounding operation. Requires 4+ years station hand experience and strong horse-riding skills. Air-conditioned accommodation and prepared meals included. Pay: Competitive remuneration + allowances.
Full-time farmhand role on a family dairy farm near Biggara, 20 minutes from Corryong VIC. Duties include milking up to 100 cows in a 10-aside double-up herringbone and general farm tasks. House available for the right candidate; school bus access on-site.
Full-time farmhand role on a family dairy farm in Undera, Goulburn Valley, 20 minutes from Shepparton VIC. Milking 350 cows in a 14-aside double-up with rapid exit and ACRs; duties include TMR feeding, tractor work and general maintenance. Two-bedroom on-farm house available.
Permanent full-time farm hand at AACo's Goonoo Feedlot & Station in Central QLD, 65km south-east of Emerald. Broadacre cropping and harvest role: operating machinery (harvest, irrigation, tractor), crop production and general maintenance. No direct cattle work. Air-conditioned accommodation and meals provided. Pay: Competitive remuneration + allowances.
Newly created executive role leading Reinhart's Australian cotton origination operation, reporting to the Swiss-based Management Board. Based in Toowoomba/Darling Downs with extensive regional travel to cotton growing areas. Permanent; focused on grower and broker relationship management and supply chain oversight.
Full-time stallion handler at Vinery Stud, Scone NSW, for the 2026 breeding season. Duties include daily husbandry, parading stallions for clients and routine breeding procedures. Accommodation provided; flights/visa costs covered for suitable overseas applicants.
Contract mustering camp positions in the NT with Pack Saddle Ag, mustering cattle on horseback and motorbikes across remote locations from the West MacDonnell Ranges to the Barkly region. Full-time seasonal; air-conditioned shared accommodation and all meals provided.
Location
Northern Territory (West MacDonnells to Barkly region), NT
Permanent full-time station hand roles across NAPCo's 15 QLD and NT properties, commencing Feb/March 2026. Duties include mustering on horseback and motorbikes, fencing, bore checks and livestock drafting. Air-conditioned accommodation and meals provided; traineeship and season completion bonus offered. Pay: Competitive day rate.
Every Australia role on REALM is curated from these 10 sources — niche ag boards, recruitment agencies, regional platforms, dairy/livestock specialists, government programs and big-employer career sites. We link directly to each source; we never republish their descriptions or images.
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