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. Wainui Farm, QLD Integral to our operations, is an award-winning Feedlot and Farm situated in Wainui (between Toowoomba and Dalby). The Farm is spread across 4600ha with 1000 ha of flood & pivot irrigation, where we grow and harvest corn, cotton, wheat, barley, mungbeans and sorghum crops. About the role Reporting to the Farm Operations Manager, you will join a small team who are dedicated to maintaining safe and sustainable farming practices. Key responsibilities include: Undertaking varied farming duties Operating farm machinery to prepare, plant and harvest field crops (corn, cotton, barley, wheat, and sorghum) Undertaking water harvesting duties Irrigating crops Mixing and applying herbicide and insecticides by using broadacre spraying equipment Adhering to all HSE requirements and operating equipment in a safe and responsible manner Determining machine maintenance requirements and undertaking pre-start/shut-down procedures Demonstrating due regard for all company assets Ensuring work is prioritised and carried out in a timely manner to meet planned deadlines To be successful in this position you will: Have a minimum 1 years' experience in a similar role Have good farming knowledge and a high attention to detail in all aspects of farming operations Be proficient in the use of farm machinery (tractors and sprayers) etc Ideally be mechanically minded and have experience with GPS Hold a Heavy Combination (HC) Drivers Licence or ability to get the licence. Be committed to working safely in accordance with NAPCo's HSE policies and procedures Be reliable, honest and hard-working, with a willingness to learn and a passion for farming Be comfortable working autonomously and unsupervised Possess a passion for farming and desire to learn. Employee benefits Permanent part time position - minimum 3 days per week, with the ability to flex up to full-time during peak periods. Work Vehicle provided on work days. A competitive day rate and benefits No onsite Accommodation available Ongoing training and development opportunities WHV applicants will not be considered for this position. Applicants must have existing Australian Working Rights. Applications will close on 30th March 2026. Applications will be reviewed as they are received and Interviews will be held thereafter. Go to www.napco.com.au/careers/ to submit your application. For more information on this opportunity, please phone 0429 399 630 or email hr@napco.com.au. NAPCo is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces, promotes and values diversity and inclusion.
