MC Truck Driver - Livestock Transport

We are currently seeking an experienced Truck Driver – Livestock Transport, to work in a permanent full-time position at our Soudan Station.

About NAPCo

The North Australian Pastoral Company (NAPCo) was founded in 1877 and is one of Australia's leading beef cattle companies, managing over 6.1 million hectares, largest single herd in the world and home to Five Founders Beef. NAPCo employs approximately 220 staff operating across Queensland and the Northern Territory, with 15 cattle stations, a Depot in Mount Isa, a Feedlot and Farm in the Darling Downs and an office in Brisbane's CBD.

Soudan Station, NT

This is a unique opportunity to experience life on one of Australia’s iconic cattle stations. Soudan Station runs approximately 22,000 head of cattle and serves as NAPCo’s dedicated heifer hub. The property is located along the Barkly Highway, just one hour west of Camooweal.

The role

Soudan Station is seeking a skilled and reliable Truck Driver to join our crew where you will move cattle across one of Australia's iconic pastoral operations. You will be responsible for transporting livestock in oversized trucks or road trains while maintaining the highest standards of animal health and welfare. Working closely with the stock crew during cattle loading and unloading, so strong teamwork and communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

• A current MC licence
• Previous experience working on a cattle station
• Proven ability and confidence working with cattle
• Experience driving road trains or similar heavy vehicles
• Competence in loading and unloading livestock
• The ability to work effectively both independently and within a team
• Willingness to assist with general station duties as required
• A strong commitment to Health and Safety procedures

Employee benefits

• Permanent full-time position
• A competitive day rate, generous annual leave entitlements, season completion bonus
• We invest heavily in on-the-job training and all staff are offered and encouraged to complete a traineeship in Agriculture.
• Meals and single air-conditioned accommodation provided
• NAPCo stations have a great social environment and give all employees the chance to attend our annual Station Challenge, ad-hoc campdrafts, sports days, fishing, camping etc.
• No dogs permitted

NAPCo is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces, promotes and values diversity and inclusion.

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