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Help Wanted in Queensland! (updated 25/1/12)
Various locations throughout Qld (posted 25/1/12)
Namoi Cotton – Casual positions cotton ginning and warehousing NSW and Qld.
Namoi Cotton Co-operative Ltd is Australia’s leading cotton ginning and marketing organisation. We are a fully integrated ginning, marketing, warehousing and shipping organisation selling cotton to many of the world’s major cotton processing markets.
To support the 2012 ginning and warehousing activities, Namoi Cotton will undertake recruiting of up to 400 staff throughout its New South Wales and Southern Queensland sites.
Successful applicants will need to possess effective communication skills, be able to demonstrate a strong work ethic and be capable of working a roster that includes 12 hour shifts.
You must be committed to adhering to Namoi Cotton’s Safety Programs, as part of these programs all successful applicants will need to pass a pre-employment medical, this will include a physical, respiratory, hearing and drug testing also a site induction and training will be provided.
Further information in regards to employment opportunities with Namoi cotton co-operative Ltd can be found on our website at www.namoicotton.com.au. For further information in regards to these positions including application forms, please contact Rachel Cruickshank on (02) 6790 3036 or email rcruickshank@namoicotton.com.au
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Forsayth region (posted 20/1/12)
Forsayth Tourist Park, couple for cooking, cleaning etc.
Couple required to assist during the tourist season approx. March to September at Forsayth Tourist Park in far north QLD. Duties include cooking (homestyle meals); cleaning; customer service in shop/take away and other general light duties. Must have own accommodation ie camper or caravan. Site supplied. Forsayth is a great little town, end-stop to the famous Savannahlander tourist train and a popular base for prospectors and fossickers. Phone 07 4062 5548 to make further inquiries, or email carmelmax@aussiebroadband.com.au
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Charters Towers cattle station (updated 9/1/12)
Family owned cattle station 140 km south of Charters Towers (30km of unsealed road) seeks a grey nomad couple for handy man and childcare position. Work includes constructing fencing, welding, hanging gates, concreting and general property maintenance work. Part time work available for partner entertaining our two young children. Separate accommodation in renovated furnished house or shed for caravan with access to full, separate amenities. Wages and hours negotiable. Please reply to Mick Duckett and Emma Robinson: Ph 07 47 876495 or email mickduckett@bigpond.com
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Barcaldine region, temporary qualified baker (posted 13/12/11)
The award winning Barcaldine Bakery requires a temporary qualified baker for the approximate dates of February 6 th until March 20 th. Take a working holiday in the outback with free accommodation and minimal living expenses in a unique small outback town.
Duties will include ordering and stock rotation, supervision of apprentices and production scheduling. Candidates preferred with bread, cake and pastry skills, however all applicants considered .Five days a week, minimal to no Sunday work, this position is paid at a casual award rate. Ring (07) 4651 2999 to apply.
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Greenvale (Far North Qld) region (posted 30/11/11)
Nomads needed to do yard maintenance, repairs, pathway-making and other general jobs. You can earn between $15 - $20 per hour. Also needed is someone to dig a path out, put concrete pavers down and space with road-base. As this will be a bigger job, might ask for a firm quote, with all tools, goods, etc supplied. Please send an email to Les at lesleymoseley@skymesh.com.au for more information.
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Eton region (posted 14/11/11)
Wanted: couple that are capable horse riders to take horse rides with paying guests on a farmstay as well as to caretake. You would be looking after one cottage and a backpacker dorm called Dead Horse Hostel. Also there is an agistment - horses on the property that are easy to look after, just feed and water. We are suituated 30 mins west of Mackay.
Couple would need to be non smokers and of sober habits; we can supply power and water, we are on stand alone solar power. Stay 3 weeks or a year
although we do prefer longer term stayers. This is a beautiful property suituated in a valley of 1000 acres, there is plenty of time to explore this region. For more information, please email stoneycreekfarmstay@hotmail.com
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Barcaldine region (posted 3/10/11)
George Bourne & Associates is located in Barcaldine in Central Western Qld. We currently have available positions as Civil Designer/Drafter for any Grey Nomad interested in a part time position.
Please visit our website www.engineeringtheoutback.com.au for information on GBA. Any queries can be sent through to Tanya Balderson admin@gbassoc.com.au
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Mystery Shoppers- Regional QLD (posted 12/7/11; ongoing opportunities available)
Want to help fund your travel with work across regional Australia? Do you love to shop? Are you passionate about excellent customer service? Want a job where your feedback is valued and you can make a difference?
Creative Activation is a leading brand and retail activation specialist providing retailers with feedback on the customer experience in their stores through our Mystery Shopping and Auditing program. Our research team is currently looking for well-presented and reliable individuals to join our Mystery Shopping program across regional QLD.
As a Mystery Shopper, you will be responsible for evaluating and making detailed observations on your customer experience in leading supermarkets, service stations, retail outlets, kiosks and restaurants.
You will need:
- Intermediate computer skills with regular Internet and mobile phone access
- Access to transport or a way to get around
- Organisation skills and able to manage your own schedule
- A strong eye for detail and a good memory
- High level written communication skills
Flexible hours: Our shoppers control the days, times and locations in which they work. Remuneration: Varies $15 - $30 per visit. To lodge an application, please send an email to mysteryshopping@creativeactivation.com.au with your contact details and a general travel itinerary and a member of the Recruitment Team will contact you to discuss the opportunity in further detail.
More information can be found on our website www.creativeactivation.com.au
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Emerald region (updated 5/10/11)
Casual caretakers required for a farm 6 km north-west of Emerald, Central Queensland. A powered site is available within a large shed with kitchenette, shower/toilets and laundry. In exchange for the accommodation we would require 10 hours a week of mowing, gardening and house-keeping jobs. This position would suit an active retired couple with own motorhome/caravan and it would be a good base to settle for a month or two and explore the Central Highlands. Please e-mail orana01@bigpond.com for further details.
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Hervey Range region (posted 27/9/11)
If you need to stop for a while somewhere great for the soul, we have the location for you. Amidst the peace and tranquillity of the Australian bush set on 230 acres, we are looking for the right person or persons looking for somewhere to stay for a week or a year!! In exchange for a powered site with amenities (usually to themselves) we would ask for help with mowing, gardening, general maintenance or maybe even doing dishes.
Please email scones@heritagetearooms.com.au or phone 07 4778 0199 for more information.
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Help Wanted ASAP. Rockhampton, Central Qld
(posted 19/9/11)
We live on a cattle station in CQ about an hour from Rockhampton. We have a commercial cattle property with horses and plenty of working dogs. We are looking for a handyman/childcare couple to give us a hand until the end of the year. We have two little girls 4&2 who are lots of fun, but it is proving tricky for Mum trying to juggle the office-work, laundry, cooking, cleaning, work with the dogs, work in the paddock, not to mention painting the house! We can offer a powered site for your caravan, facilities and meat in exchange for approx. 3 days work a week. (With a current Qld Bluecard & 1st Aid certificate there would be a wage available). Please contact Victoria on 07 4937 3572 or send an email to rvpastoralptyltd@bigpond.com.
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BUS DRIVERS WANTED FROM 3 MONTHS (Mackay and other locations available - posted 22/7/11)
Stonestreets Coaches is providing bussing services for mining projects based at Nebo and Coppabella inland from Mackay.
We are seeking experienced male and female drivers with MR or higher licence and Qld Driver Authorisation.
Immediate start available. Staff can live-in at camp and transfer to Mackay for breaks of 7 days.
(Mackay is handy to
Airlie
Beach,
Whitsunday
Islands and resorts and national parks of the
Great Dividing Range)
Excellent remuneration. Positions from 3 months possible.
Opportunities also in
Gladstone,
Ipswich, Toowoomba and Dalby.
Apply online: www.stonestreetscoaches.com.au or call 07 4687 5555
Stonestreets Coaches
“Proudly an equal opportunity employer”
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Central Highlands, Queensland (posted 29/4/11)
We are just about to welcome a new addition to our family and need a little help with our 3 year old son for a month or so whilst Mum recovers from a c-section.
We live on a cattle station in the Central Highlands with both commercial and stud cattle, horses and working dogs. We are located about an hour's drive from Emerald or Capella.
We will be home from hospital in mid-May and would ideally like some help from mid-May to mid-June, however, are flexible on duration. It's mainly to assist with our energetic (and ever so busy!) 3 year old with meals, getting dressed, playing and tidying up. Some limited household duties like hanging out the washing and any lifting (whilst Mum's out of action) and the like will be needed too. Mum will take care of the newborn. If you're a couple, there might be an opportunity for additional work on the farm. Things like helping Dad with the fencing, minor repairs and tending to our orchard and gardens. Free board available with plenty of room for your caravan etc... A small wage will also be negotiated in return for your services. Come and experience the "real outback" in the friendly Central Highlands! Contact tel: 0438 876729 or email spopowycz@hotmail.com as soon as possible to discuss the position. We look forward to hearing from you soon!
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Emerald region (posted 9/4/11)
Casual caretaker required on property 6 km north west of Emerald Central Queensland. Accommodation and or powered site provided, in exchange for 5 to 10 hours a week of gardening and little maintenance jobs. (zero turns mower and wiper snipper). The property could be a good base to settle for a month or two and get to know the central highlands without the expense. For more info, send an email to: millarfarmsptyltd@bigpond.com
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Camooweal, Qld region (posted 23/6/10 ongoing opportunities)
Do you have your own van or mobile home? The Drovers Camp is a small non profit org based in Camooweal, NW Qld preserving the droving history of Australia (check us out on www.droverscamp.com.au). We are looking for volunteers to help with running of small, informal group guided tours through our memorabilia shed 8am - 5pm. Or are you a retired tradesperson who can do small jobs around the site? We can offer free of charge a powered site, hot and cold water with showers and toilets. While you are here we can show you around Camooweal and surrounds. Camooweal is a great place to pull up stumps for a while on your way to or from the NT. Applicants will be required to undergo a Criminal History Check by the Qld and Federal Police. If you are interested please call Liz on (07) 4748 2022 or email info@droverscamp.com.au
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