R22 Mustering Pilot – Australia

Camm Agricultural Group is a fourth-generation, large-scale farming business of cropping and beef cattle breeding, backgrounding and finishing operations. Managing a land portfolio of high-grade assets covering in excess of 450,000ha across five regions of Queensland, the company is one of the major beef producers in Australia. The group’s northern aggregation includes the adjoining properties of Natal Downs, Longton and Narellan, consisting of 390,000ha of breeder and backgrounder country with ongoing farming development. It serves as the grass raised cattle powerhouse of the group, carrying up to 45,000 head. Joining Camm Agricultural Group means you will be valued and respected for your contribution in the workplace and will importantly be part of a diverse company that not only takes immense pride in putting food on Australian families' tables, but is also committed the future development of Australia’s agricultural industry.

Job Type: 

Full-Time

Remuneration: 

A competitive day rate based on skills and experience

Start: 

Hiring Now

Expires: 

Until position filled

Job Description:

• We are currently seeking an R22 Helicopter Pilot for the Natal Downs aggregation.

• The Natal Downs aggregation is located 130km south of Charters Towers in Queensland. The station brings together Natal Downs, Longton and Narellan to form our northern breeding group. These properties total 940,000acres and are running over 40,000 head.

• The properties host an R22 that is required for frequent use. 

• This varied role will require a diverse skillset, with the ability to be efficient in aerial operations and work within stock team when required. 

• The estimated operating hours are 700 per annum.

  
  

Key Tasks, Duties & Responsibilities:

• Aerial cattle mustering

• General aerial works including checking waters, ferrying people/ machinery parts

• Ferrying helicopters for scheduled maintenance

  
  

Job Requirements:

• A CASA Commercial Pilot Licence Helicopter – CPL (H)

• R22 endorsement, with an aerial mustering endorsement

• R44 endorsement is desirable but not essential

• Minimum 500 hours of aerial mustering experience is desirable

• A solid foundation of experience to handle livestock on the ground and understanding of northern cattle enterprises is essential

  
  

Job Benefits:

• Great team to help support in all facets of station duties

• A proactive and expanding family business

• A competitive day rate based on skills and experience

• Onsite accommodation suitable for single persons

If this is something that interests you and you have the relevant hours, skills and experience, please email your resume along with 2 contactable references (these will be checked) to jobs@cammgroup.com.au 

All enquiries can be directed via email also.

PLEASE NOTE:

• This is a permanent position and is NOT open to Working Holiday Visa Holders (Backpackers).

• Applications without required skills and experience listed in the ad will not be considered.