Short Term Recruitment
Short Term Agricultural Recruitment Service
This service is for short term roles ONLY such as harvest operators, seasonal workers, mustering, cooks, and short term relief milkers. The service includes the following benefits:
- Recruitment service handled by an experienced Drover Ag recruitment consultant
- Customised job advertisement
- Advertising
- Shortlisting
- Reference checking
- Phone interviewing and candidate selection is the responsibility of the client.
- Suitable for 3-6 month placements only
The Drover Ag Network
The Drover Ag network stretches far and wide.
We have proven experience in filling short term jobs for the busiest time on the farm.
Our unique job search page combined with our huge social media reach makes your job stand out from the crowd.
We take great pride in filling every job with the right person, so you can focus on getting the job done.
Our team
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.
Bec Vickers
Recruitment Manager
Katie Vohland
Recruitment Consultant
Featured Jobs
Western Downs QLD
Full time
- Family grazing business underpinned by regenerative ag & sustainability
- Low-stress stock handling utilising horses and dogs in modern infrastructure
- Fully furnished on-farm house within a welcoming agricultural community.
Innovative and regenerative paddock-to-plate family business utilising horses and dogs offers a rare invite to join their team.
Learn MoreEsperance WA
Full time
- 2,000 hectares dedicated to finishing progeny from a cutting-edge breeding progr
- 100% grass-fed - improved pasture management is key.
- Near-new accommodation on the doorstep of the Southern Ocean.
Join a dynamic team as a Stockperson on a 2,000-ha grass-fed cattle property near Esperance, with competitive pay and career growth opportunities!
Learn MoreUpper Hunter NSW
Full time
- A forward-thinking, family-orientated team environment.
- Modern cropping & specialised livestock handling equipment.
- 15 kilometres from Merriwa, halfway between Newcastle and Dubbo.
Become a part of adverse farming operations with a hands-on team passionate about growing their business and allowing you to grow with it.
Learn MoreIsaac QLD
Full time
- Operate and maintain various machinery (dozers, loaders) for property upkeep
- Handle fencing, water systems, weed control, and assist with cattle duties
- Competitive remuneration and accommodation included
We invite individuals passionate about machinery to join our family-owned beef operation in Central Queensland
Learn MoreWestern Downs QLD
Full time
- Dynamic environment where no two days are the same, utilising dogs and horses
- Opportunities for learning and applying innovative & regenerative practices.
- Vibrant, close-knit team that values integrity and environmental stewardship
Join a dynamic team in South Burnett, Qld, as a Skilled Station Hand, where innovation meets passion for cattle, horses, and sustainable practices!
Learn MoreDundas WA
Full time
- Impressively developed pastoral property
- Long-term position with one of Australia's leading family agribusinesses
- Well-supported role, an attractive package including accommodation
CC Cooper & Co. is excited to announce an opportunity for a dedicated station overseer at Madura Plains Station in WA
Learn MoreWarren NSW
Full time
- Overseeing a 3,000-hectare winter cropping program
- Collaborate with owners to enhance operations and contribute to strategic growth
- Comfortable family-style accommodation just 15 kilometres from Collie, NSW
Exciting opportunity to contribute to the growth of a dynamic agricultural enterprise while engaging in its operations and development.
Learn MoreLiverpool Plains NSW
Full time
- A supportive and family-friendly environment operating since the 1880s
- Sustainable farming practices and low-stress stock-handling techniques
- An attractive remuneration package that includes suitable accommodation
Opportunity for an overseer to join a family-owned and operated mixed farming enterprise in the Liverpool Plains region of NSW
Learn MoreBogan NSW
Full time
- Family-owned and operated mixed Agriculture and Automotive business
- A progressive, diverse, and dynamic role within a supportive and proficient team
- Attractive remuneration package and accommodation
We seek a senior farmhand to join our client's progressive, multifaceted, family-owned business near Nyngan, NSW
Learn MoreCentral Highlands QLD
Full time
- 40 minutes from one of Central QLD's largest rural hubs.
- Enjoy a 25/75 split of cattle and cropping.
- Competitive salary and comfortable living arrangements.
Become a vital part of a forward-moving farming operation near Capella! Work with crops and cattle and thrive in a supportive work environment.
Learn MoreWarren NSW
Full time
- Long-term position with plenty of career progressive opportunities
- Diverse enterprise with modern machinery and infrastructure
- Cropping focus for a proven performer
A family-owned & operated cropping business seeks an experienced and passionate operations manager to implement & execute their cropping plan.
Learn MoreGwydir NSW
Full time
- A great entry opportunity into the cropping sector
- Get hands-on experience and education in all aspects of broadacre farming
- Family-owned and operated, who value their employees
Genuine opportunity for a new-to-industry candidate with a passion for cropping to learn and grow at a progressive family farm
Learn MoreCowra NSW
Full time
- Exceptional opportunity for a young family seeking long-term employment
- Picturesque, extensively developed property, all modern infrastructure and plant
- Seeking a skilled person who is passionate about mixed farming.
You must possess a broad practical skillset, an aptitude for mechanics and machinery operation, and extensive knowledge of mixed farming practices.
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 MoreLockhart NSW
Full time
- Mixed farming enterprise: cropping and sheep
- Extremely dynamic, young, progressive owner seeking assistance
- Competitive hourly rate, accommodation & added bonuses
An excellent opportunity for an experienced farm hand to contribute significantly to a thriving cropping and livestock enterprise in Lockhart, NSW.
Learn MoreNorth Burnett QLD
Full time
- Top performing multigenerational family, intensive mixed farming operation.
- Highly supported managerial role suitable for a young family.
- Seeking a visionary, passionate about high-yielding crops and staff management.
Join this young team in a newly created role at a family-owned, high-yielding, small-scale cropping operation near Monto, QLD.
Learn MoreGreater Bendigo VIC
Full time
- Progressive and Highly Productive Family Farm
- Autonomy, responsibility, and flexibility
- Competitive remuneration package to be negotiated
Third-generation broadacre cropping farm in Elmore, VIC, seeks a senior farm hand to join our productive business
Learn MoreBerrigan NSW
Full time
- Modern well-maintained equipment and workshop
- Family-owned paddock-to-plate enterprise
- Competitive remuneration package and accommodation
Join a Premium, Family-Owned and operated Wagyu feedlot as their on-farm mechanic in the beautiful Riverina, NSW
Learn MoreMoyne VIC
Full time
- Hands-on, intensive mixed livestock and cropping-focused management role.
- Exciting, long-term position with a high level of autonomy.
- It is a fantastic location with a lovely family home and a generous salary.
Seek dynamic & enthusiastic individual who is deeply passionate about agriculture with experience managing livestock grazing & cropping systems.
Learn MoreBanana QLD
Full time
- Be part of a welcoming community with work vehicle and family home provided
- Join a forward-thinking business built on honesty, respect and teamwork
- Be in all aspects of cropping & earthworks with modern John Deere machinery
Step into a key role with hands-on harvesting and cutting-edge farming innovation in a vibrant and growing family business in a beautiful area.
Learn MoreHear 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.
Superb service from start to finish – patient, knowledgeable and professional.
Nick M
Client
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
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
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
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
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
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.