Station Hand
Location: Teetulpa
Job type: Full Time, Permanent
We are seeking a motivated Station Hand to join the team at Teetulpa Station, one of our iconic North East Pastoral properties in South Australia.
Located just 7 km from Yunta, this role offers the best of both worlds - remote station living with the opportunity to be part of a welcoming rural community. The Yunta Race Club is the hub of local activity, hosting events such as the Gymkhana and Motokhana, the Annual Open Prize Meeting, and a range of other community events throughout the year.
This is a rare opportunity to work on a property with an extraordinary history. Teetulpa has been under the stewardship of the Breeding family since 1962, with current manager Warren Breeding managing the property for McBride since 1982. This role offers an exceptional chance to learn from someone with a lifetime of practical pastoral knowledge and experience.
Teetulpa is a sheep enterprise renowned for producing high-quality wool year after year, recently recognised with the prestigious Elders Supreme Clip of the Year award.
About the role
Working within a small team, you will be involved in all aspects of station operations, including:
- Sheep husbandry
- Mustering
- Fencing and general station maintenance
- Water and infrastructure checks
- Seasonal pastoral activities
We are looking for someone who:
- Has a genuine thirst for learning
- Is confident riding a 2-wheel motorbike
- Can work safely and independently in a remote environment
- Enjoys being part of a small, close-knit team
- Is comfortable living and working remotely
Highly regarded
- Current motorbike licence
- Previous mustering experience
- Handy on the tools
- Someone who thrives through hands on learning
What we offer
- Your own accommodation in a modern home
- The opportunity to learn from an experienced and respected pastoral manager
- A supportive small-team environment
- The chance to build practical skills in a well-regarded wool-producing operation
- Excellent salary and benefits
If you are eager to develop your pastoral career and want to be part of a property with rich history, a reputation for excellence, and a genuine country community, we would love to hear from you.