Drover Ag
Full support agricultural recruitment for Australian farmers, primary producers and agribusinesses
We’re proud to have worked with a variety of agricultural clients
Full support agricultural recruitment service
Drover Ag are specialists in Agriculture recruitment, delivering employment solutions to agribusinesses, primary producers and farmers all over Australia. We have proven experience in recruiting for executive management, corporate and family agribusiness and general agricultural and farming roles. We provide a full support recruitment service, HR advice specific to your industry and information for building successful Ag teams.
Our services
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Premium Ag recruitment
We specialise in Premium Agricultural Recruitment for Farm Managers and Senior Roles.
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Support & advice
We provide qualified support and advice driven by our knowledgeable and experienced consultants.
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Candidate selection
We place enthusiastic candidates in a range of farming roles all across the country.
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Employer registration
Register with us and work with one of Australia’s most recognised and trused agricultural recruitment businesses.
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Featured Agricultural Jobs
Northern Grampians VIC
Full time
- Top performing Poll Merino stud.
- Family-friendly, flexible work-life balance, located close to all services.
- Very impressive livestock infrastructure, machinery and technology.
Join this young team in a newly created role at a family-owned, highly productive farming aggregation near Marnoo, VIC.
Learn MoreCoorong District Council SA
Full time
- Family-oriented and understanding of a healthy work-life balance
- Opportunity providing variety, growth, and progression
- Comfortable three-bedroom home and remuneration on offer
An exciting opportunity waits for a diverse role that involves working with cropping, cattle, and sheep for a leading farm hand position in Tintinara,
Learn MoreNarromine NSW
Full time
- Cereal farming property with modern machinery and infrastructure
- Transitioning traditional property to regenerative practices and carbon storage
- Family-friendly environment with close access to school bus route
Opportunity to join a market leader in regenerative agriculture and be part of their newest cropping acquisition in a family-friendly location
Learn MoreMurray River Council NSW
Full time
- Exciting opportunity on a large-scale family operation
- Diverse role with both sheep and cropping with career progression
- Comfortable modern 4-bedroom accommodation
This is a wonderful opportunity for a dedicated and experienced individual to join a large-scale sheep and cropping operation in the Riverina, NSW
Learn MoreFull time
- Join a supportive team on a family owned & run farm
- Modern infrastructure & Case machinery
- Only 25km from the vibrant town of Birchip
Join a supportive, family-run farm in Victoria's Southern Mallee! Enjoy modern machinery & contribute to a sustainable cropping & livestock operation.
Learn MoreNarrabri NSW
Full time
- Family-owned, operated and oriented
- Ongoing development of high-quality products and land improvements
- Comfortable accommodation and a competitive remuneration package
Join a family-owned irrigated cotton and dryland farm as a senior farmhand near Merah North, NSW
Learn MoreMildura VIC
Full time
- Generous benefits on offer, suitable for families
- High-tech, industry-leading equipment
- $2M investment in key infrastructure upgrades
Seeking an Assistant Manager to join a sustainable farming enterprise known for having some of the most productive soil types in the Mallee region.
Learn MoreHay NSW
Full time
- Families encouraged to apply
- Impressive recently-renovated 3-bedroom home offered
- Joining 30,000 ewes per year
Join the team at Tupra Pastoral Company as an Experienced Livestock Station Hand at a large-scale livestock station in the Western Riverina region.
Learn MoreMoyne VIC
Full time
- Ability to collaborate effectively with your team of well-trained working dogs
- Strong focus on pasture quality and animal health utilising Agriwebb
- Comfortable, well-established family accommodation is provided
Become a valued member of a family-run mixed livestock operation nestled in the picturesque landscapes of southwest Victoria as a senior farmhand
Learn MoreNorth Burnett QLD
Full time
- Work in a supportive environment that values safety & staff development
- Low-Stress stock handling with horses & motorbikes
- 8-9,000 head of Santa Gertrudis x Angus across 31,450 hectares
Join a progressive beef enterprise as a Senior Stationhand, focusing on cattle welfare & production in a supportive team environment.
Learn MoreWarren NSW
Full time
- Family-owned and operated, supported by a dedicated and cohesive team
- Well-maintained and modern fleet of machinery
- The role involves a combination of farming and earthmoving responsibilities
Enjoy farming and earthmoving? Check out this diverse role located near Warren, NSW
Learn MoreContract/Temp
- All mustering is done on 2-wheel motorbikes
- Work in the iconic Pilbara region across 105,000 Hectares
- Family-owned and run Cattle Station
Join a family-owned cattle station in the stunning Pilbara region as a Stationhand, where you'll work with cattle while enjoying the great outdoors!
Learn MoreBalonne QLD
Full time
- Generous salary package plus bonuses.
- Lead a mixed livestock property: predominantly cattle, some sheep, & goats.
- A recently renovated Queensland home is on offer.
Join our team as the Station Manager of a thriving mixed livestock operation in Dirranbandi, QLD.
Learn MoreDC of Southern Mallee SA
Full time
- Diverse role in cropping & sheep production, specialising in wool & prime lambs
- Join a family-owned business that values a supportive working environment
- New infrastructure, including sheep yards & shearing shed
Join a family-run farm in Lameroo as a skilled farmhand, focusing on sheep husbandry and cropping, with excellent salary and benefits.
Learn MoreDC of Elliston SA
Full time
- Ideal location in a family-friendly community, close to beautiful beaches
- High level of autonomy and opportunities to contribute to decision-making
- Highly competitive remuneration package, including comfortable accommodation
We are offering a Cropping Assistant Manager position in the beautiful Central Eyre Peninsula within a family-friendly community
Learn MoreMoyne VIC
Full time
- Maintain and oversee infrastructure on an 8,000-acre property
- Join a dynamic team of seven
- Lead projects and be a part of the improvements on the farm
Join a renowned family-owned farm in Western Vic as a Maintenance & Infrastructure Overseer on an expansive property.
Learn MoreCarrathool NSW
Full time
- Operate modern John Deere machinery for spraying & all cropping activites
- Ensure high-quality standards & weather-dependent scheduling
- Enjoy a competitive salary package
Utilising advanced machinery, as a spray operator in the thriving farming community of Hillston, you will enjoy great pay, in a supportive team.
Learn MoreKangaroo Island SA
Full time
- Clear progression path to management with supportive and progressive employers.
- Streamlined self-replacing ewe flock with multiple target markets.
- Unique location with access to spectacular beaches and coastline.
Are you ready to embrace an exciting opportunity? Step into the role of managing a SR composite ewe flock on breathtaking Kangaroo Island, SA.
Learn MoreForbes NSW
Full time
- Located within 50km of Forbes
- Cropping enterprise to complement accredited feedlot and backgrounding operation
- Suitable for a family with easy access to school bus route
Become a valued member of a family-owned and operated cattle and cropping enterprise with a strong focus on business development and improvement.
Learn MoreCoonamble NSW
Full time
- Innovative family-owned farming operation
- Oversee repairs, maintenance & operate machinery
- Air-conditioned 3-bedroom home with a commanding view of the Warrambungles
Join an award-winning and innovative family-owned business as a Farm Machinery Maintenance Overseer & Operator.
Learn MoreNorthern Grampians VIC
Full time
- Top performing Poll Merino stud.
- Family-friendly, flexible work-life balance, located close to all services.
- Very impressive livestock infrastructure, machinery and technology.
Join this young team in a newly created role at a family-owned, highly productive farming aggregation near Marnoo, VIC.
Learn MoreCoorong District Council SA
Full time
- Family-oriented and understanding of a healthy work-life balance
- Opportunity providing variety, growth, and progression
- Comfortable three-bedroom home and remuneration on offer
An exciting opportunity waits for a diverse role that involves working with cropping, cattle, and sheep for a leading farm hand position in Tintinara,
Learn MoreNarromine NSW
Full time
- Cereal farming property with modern machinery and infrastructure
- Transitioning traditional property to regenerative practices and carbon storage
- Family-friendly environment with close access to school bus route
Opportunity to join a market leader in regenerative agriculture and be part of their newest cropping acquisition in a family-friendly location
Learn MoreMurray River Council NSW
Full time
- Exciting opportunity on a large-scale family operation
- Diverse role with both sheep and cropping with career progression
- Comfortable modern 4-bedroom accommodation
This is a wonderful opportunity for a dedicated and experienced individual to join a large-scale sheep and cropping operation in the Riverina, NSW
Learn MoreFull time
- Join a supportive team on a family owned & run farm
- Modern infrastructure & Case machinery
- Only 25km from the vibrant town of Birchip
Join a supportive, family-run farm in Victoria's Southern Mallee! Enjoy modern machinery & contribute to a sustainable cropping & livestock operation.
Learn MoreNarrabri NSW
Full time
- Family-owned, operated and oriented
- Ongoing development of high-quality products and land improvements
- Comfortable accommodation and a competitive remuneration package
Join a family-owned irrigated cotton and dryland farm as a senior farmhand near Merah North, NSW
Learn MoreMildura VIC
Full time
- Generous benefits on offer, suitable for families
- High-tech, industry-leading equipment
- $2M investment in key infrastructure upgrades
Seeking an Assistant Manager to join a sustainable farming enterprise known for having some of the most productive soil types in the Mallee region.
Learn MoreHay NSW
Full time
- Families encouraged to apply
- Impressive recently-renovated 3-bedroom home offered
- Joining 30,000 ewes per year
Join the team at Tupra Pastoral Company as an Experienced Livestock Station Hand at a large-scale livestock station in the Western Riverina region.
Learn More
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Experienced in agri recruitment
The dedicated team at Drover Ag have successfully placed hundreds of keen and experienced people into farm work and station hand jobs all over Australia. We specialise in management and senior roles and also recruit mustering teams, farm hands, machinery operators and more.
We have a range of service levels to suit the needs of our clients from harvest jobs to farm managers - register today to find out more.
Our Agribusiness Recruiters
Our experienced team of agricultural recruiters have all worked extensively in a range of agricultural sectors all across Australia. They have the experience to help you build your team for success.
John Boote
Managing Director
Bec Vickers
Recruitment Manager
Katie Vohland
Recruitment Consultant
Haley Galea
Recruitment Consultant
Grace Perry
Recruitment Consultant
Hear from our past clients
Don't just take our word for it. Hear from some of our repeat clients why Drover Ag is their preferred partner.
We wanted to thank you personally for the incredible job you did recruiting for our positions. It has taken a huge amount of pressure off the General Manager in particular.
The meticulous process of assessing both management and the candidates indicates your genuine commitment to find not only the best applicant to fill the role, but you also have the applicants best interest at heart. That professionalism is hard to find these days!
We have been asked so many times how we were able to fill the roles with such wonderful people so know we give them Drover Ag’s details and recommend you and Drover Ag with the highest endorsement.
It has been a pleasure working with you and will definitely contact you if we have any other positions to fill.
I & D Martin
EndHill Pty Ltd
Superb service from start to finish – patient, knowledgeable and professional.
Nick M
Client
I appreciated Olivia helping me apply for my advertised position, she was incredibly helpful and nothing was ever an issue. I can’t speak highly enough, she did an outstanding job.
Brad M.
Client
Keep up the good work guys. Impressive service on all fronts from John and have zero reservations about recommending you to anyone.
Chrys G.
Caason Group
Really appreciated the honesty and frank conversations and feedback about the potential to fill our position… particularly happy with the Drovers Ag experience, gaining hugely from insights into market and advice around making our position more attractive.
William H.
Client
We are delighted that John Boote has opened Drover Ag recruitment. He comes from the heart of the Australian rural industry and he has a natural instinct for selecting the right people for the right farm jobs.
He is great to deal with, always positive, pleasant and diligent and he calls it like it is. Best of all is the fact that he really cares that everyone is happy and ends up with the result they want.
It’s so reassuring to know that we now have an agency like Drover Ag to help us with our employment needs.
Dr David and Heather Pascoe
Oakey Veterinary Hospital and Plaintree Farms
Would definitely recommend , Have been using Johns service for years, his knowledge of the industry helps him really understand what is required. He really cares about placing the right person in the right job. He also follows up and does homework. Appreciate having him assist us always.
Matt and Rachael Adams
Client
John has been fantastic to deal with. John understands how rural business work and he has a great sense for people too. Very happy to recommend Drover Ag to any potential employers.
Sandy D
Client
John and his team provide outstanding service to their clients and candidates. The uniqueness of the agricultural industry often requires more than just skills and experience to land a job, “A good fit” between the employer and employee is also required. John and Natasha ensure candidates are placed in the best possible position and their clients have been provided the most suitable candidate. Drover Ag have set the bar high in the recruitment sector.
Dane S
Client
Drover Ag were so helpful in finding us an appropriate candidate to fill the vacancy in our workforce. They provided a personalised service in regard to both drafting our advertisement and its ongoing performance. Our advertisement was able to reach deeply into Drover Ag’s extensive networks and resulted in us being provided with many high quality candidates. We had an excellent experience with Drover Ag and would highly recommend them to anyone looking to use an Ag Recruiting agency.
Darcy
Client
From our blog
Keep up with the latest news from our blog.
AgriMaster Podcast Ep28: The challenge of finding and retaining farming employees
In 2023 John joined Agrimaster BOOTS OFF, LOG ON Podcast…
AgVenture Australia – Our New International Agricultural Recruitment Service
Drover Ag introduces new international program – AgVenture Australia. Need energetic and…
Common interview questions for agriculture jobs in Australia (with answers!)
3 interview questions for agriculture jobs with answers: Read our sample questions you may be asked in your upcoming interview for a farm-work role.
Meet the Drover Ag Team
UPDATE 2022 – The Drover Ag team has grown to include specialised recruiters from rural backgrounds all over Australia. Visit the MEET THE TEAM page to meet are agricultural recruiters!
The Profitable Farmer Podcast 2021
Founder and Managing Director of Drover Ag Recruitment, John Boote,…
Training and Retaining For Success
In early March 2022 John Boote was invited to speak at the GRDC Farm Business Update conference. Here is a summary of John’s message to grain growers.
Let us solve your agricultural employment needs
Whether you are looking to fill a specific role, discuss employment solutions or simply want to find out more, we are excited to hear from you. Get in touch or register below at no cost.