Aussie Careers

Jackaroo/Jillaroos are employed by cattle or sheep station owners to perform various activities associated with the day to day operations of the station. Also known as Farm Worker, Livestock Farm Worker, Station Worker, Stockman and Farm Hand. Jackaroo/Jillaroos often reside on the property in accommodation supplied by the property owner and meals supplied by the cook on the property.

Job Description

care for livestock and treat minor injuries and illness
droving and mustering on horseback and/or motorbike
maintain station equipment and inspect, repair or replace fences, gates and yards
assist with light household duties
use and maintain vehicles and heavy machinery
undertake farming work such as cultivation and hay making
water runs to check tanks, dams and troughs, windmills and pumpjacks are working.
undertake clerical and administrative tasks.
traineeships available with the opportunity for promotions

Personal Requirements

enjoys working outside and being active
able to do manual work
enjoys working with animals
enjoys riding horse and/or motorbikes
mechanically minded
well organised and punctual
good communication skills
observant
able to prioritize

Educational Requirements

You can work as a jackaroo or jillaroo without formal qualifications and will gain much experiences and training on the job.

You can begin your career through Jackaroo/Jillaroos traineeships, which are available through the property and offers many formal and informal training opportunities.

You can also kick start your career as a Jackaroo/Jillaroo by educational courses supplied by Tafe, though all Tafe courses require a minimum Year 10 requirement to undertake any courses available.

Jackroo/Jillaroo Traineeships Links

Jumbuck Pastoral is a great place to begin a jackaroo/jillaroo traineeships.

Jumbuck offers a Certificate III in Agriculture (Sheep and Wool) at the three Stations in the North West of S.A. and Rawlinna and Madura Plains on the Nullarbor. Certificate II and III in Agriculture (Beef Cattle) is also offered on the West Kimberley Cattle Stations. As well as practical training including first aid, occupational health and safety and much more. Please follow the link provided for more information on Jackaroo/Jillaroo traineeships, employment and job descriptions.

http://www.jumbuckpastoral.com/index.html#

Here are some extra links that will also provide jackaroo/jillaroo traineeships, work experience and employment throughout Australia.

http://www.lordcattle.com.au/jackaroo.html

http://www.kidman.com.au/

http://www.aaco.com.au/default.aspx

http://www.napco.com.au/

Formal Training Links

NSW

http://www.wit.tafensw.edu.au/industries/agriculture-horticulture-and-animal-care/agriculture/jillaroo-and-jackaroos

QLD

http://sqit.tafe.qld.gov.au/dds/search/openEnrolments.do?instituteID=688&call_centre_mode=false&externalCallMode=false&breadCrumbsBase=%3Ca+href%3D%22/%22+title%3D%22Home%22%3EHome%3C/a%3E&accredited=true&course_id=16086&courseTypeFilter=0&ins_spec=true

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