About the role

Costello Holdings NT Pty Ltd trading as Crown Point Cattle Company is seeking a reliable and hardworking Mixed Production Livestock Farm Worker to join the team at New Crown Station, one of its Northern Territory pastoral operations.

The successful applicant will assist with the day-to-day operation and maintenance including livestock handling and care, machinery operation, livestock feeding, fencing, water infrastructure and general property maintenance. The role requires practical agricultural skills, the ability to operate machinery safely and the capacity to work independently in a remote station environment.

Key responsibilities

- Mustering and moving livestock between paddocks and holding areas to support livestock management and grazing practices.

- Assisting with livestock processing activities, including drafting, tagging, branding and handling livestock.

- Inspecting, maintaining and repairing water supply systems, including pipelines, tanks, troughs and livestock watering points.

- Assisting with maintaining the health and welfare of livestock through routine inspections, cattle handling and livestock treatments.

- Loading and unloading hay, transporting hay, moving and feeding livestock feed using tractors, loaders and other suitable machinery.

- Patrolling, inspecting and reporting on the condition of livestock, grazing areas, pastures, fences and station infrastructure.

- Operating agricultural machinery and equipment, including tractors, loaders, motorbikes and station vehicles, to support livestock management and daily station operations.

- Inspecting, maintaining and repairing agricultural machinery, equipment, fences, gates, cattle yards and other station infrastructure.

- Reporting machinery faults, livestock health concerns and infrastructure maintenance requirements to station management.

- Maintaining station gardens and orchards,



including operating irrigation and watering systems, pruning, mowing, weed control and general plant care.

- Following workplace health and safety procedures, animal welfare requirements and safe machinery operating practices.

Skills and experience

The successful applicant should demonstrate:

- Practical experience in livestock handling or a comparable agricultural environment.

- Experience operating agricultural machinery, such as tractors, loaders, motorbikes and station vehicles.

- Knowledge of livestock feeding, livestock handling and general animal care.

- Practical skills in fencing, equipment maintenance, repairs and property upkeep.

- The ability to undertake physically demanding outdoor work in varying weather conditions and a remote environment.

- The ability to work independently, follow instructions and work effectively as part of a team.

- A strong commitment to workplace safety, animal welfare and responsible machinery operation.

- Good problem-solving skills and a reliable, practical approach to daily farm operations.

Relevant agricultural qualifications and additional machinery, mechanical or livestock-handling experience will be advantageous.

What we offer

- Full-time employment with an established Northern Territory pastoral operation.

- A varied, hands-on role involving livestock, agricultural machinery and station infrastructure.

- Opportunities to develop practical skills across a range of pastoral operations.

- Remuneration and employment conditions commensurate with the successful applicant's skills, experience and the requirements of the position.

How to apply

Applicants should submit a current résumé outlining their relevant agricultural experience, machinery skills and suitability for the position. Plus two references.

Employer: Costello Holdings NT Pty Ltd
Email Applications to : [email protected]

Pay: $68,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year

Perks:

- Free food

Work Location: In person

📌 Mixed Production Livestock Farm Worker (Alice Springs)
🏢 Costello Holdings NT Pu002FL
📍 Alice Springs