Australian Agricultural Company

Agricultural & Horticultural

Working with AACo

At AACo, we believe extraordinary doesn’t always look extraordinary. It’s found in the everyday moments – in the pride of a job well done, the spark of a new idea, or the way we show up for each other and the land. That’s what we call Everyday Extraordinary.

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer that values people from all backgrounds, experiences, and aspirations. Our strength lies in building a team that reflects a diverse mix of skills, perspectives, and a strong work ethic.

We’re committed to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace – backed by clear policies, programs, and practices that ensure everyone feels respected and empowered to contribute.

With roles available across our stations, feedlots, farms, and corporate offices, there’s a place here for people from all walks of life. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to take the next step, AACo offers real opportunities for career development, leadership, and meaningful work in a business with a proud legacy.

Why Join AACo?

The Co. is for Community

Connection is at our core. Across vast landscapes and varied teams, we foster genuine mateship, shared purpose, and a culture where people look out for one another – whether it’s on a station or in the boardroom.

Blaze Your Trail. Make Your Mark.

We know growth looks different for everyone. That’s why we support you to own your impact, pursue your ambitions, and shape a career that reflects your strengths – with leadership, learning, and development along the way.

Feel the History. Feed the Future.

Join a company with deep roots and bold ambition. With generations of knowledge and a clear focus on innovation, we’re leading the future of sustainable, premium beef – in Australia and around the world.

Career Opportunities

AACo wants to invite you to experience a workplace that’s anything but ordinary – whether you’re out on the station with the wind in your hair, engaging with the world’s greatest chefs, innovating for a more sustainable industry, or working behind the scenes in the office and beyond to ensure we can keep doing what we do best, you’ll find a whole world of extraordinary avenues to explore.

Here’s some of the entry level opportunities that could get you started with AACo:

• Graduate Program
• Station / Farm Hand
• Feedmill Hand
• Administration

What we look for:

• Full working rights in Australia
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in collaborative, team-based environments
• Willingness to travel/ work in remote locations
• A genuine interest in the agriculture sector

Graduate Program

With four rotations across our 2-year program, you will put your study into practice every day – whether it’s out on Station, at a feedlot or in our corporate office, you will develop a solid understanding of all aspects of our vertically integrated supply chain.

Some highlights of your first year will include:

• Skyring Office Induction: Spend a week at Head Office in Brisbane getting to know the company, meeting key people, and understanding the business before heading out to property.
• Week: Attend an immersive orientation at CDU in Katherine to learn the essential skills for station life, including cattle handling, horsemanship and safety.
• Station Rotation: Work for six months on a cattle station, gaining hands-on experience in daily operations and experience life in some of the most beautiful parts of regional Australia.
• Networking & Development Opportunities: Participate in key industry leadership and development events to build connections and grow your skills in the industry.

When to apply:

We advertise for an intake of Graduates in mid-to-end of each year – look out on our socials for more information.

What we look for:

• A recently completed tertiary qualification in any discipline — areas such as Business, Agribusiness, Science, or related fields are particularly relevant
• A genuine interest in the agriculture sector is important
• Previous experience in agriculture or related industries is desirable but not essential
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in collaborative, team-based environments
• Willingness to travel to remote locations
• Full working rights in Australia
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Your Development

When you work at AACo, opportunity is around every corner – you’ll have access to some of the best training the industry has to offer, including:

• Orientation week: Our new Station Hands experience a week of hands on training in horsemanship, cattle handling, motorbike skills and more!
• Ongoing technical training: Each station has different training programs throughout the year like low stock stress handling, horse shoeing schools and more – your training doesn’t end after orientation week
• Mentoring Programs: As you progress in your time with us, you’ll have access to apply to mentoring programs that help you level up in your soft skills.
• Industry Events: Apply to attend different industry events, conferences and learning opportunities to enhance your knowledge of the Agriculture industry
• Leadership development: As you move further into your career, we have impactful in-house leadership development programs that will meet you at each stage of your leadership journey.

Environment & Sustainability

At AACo, sustainability isn’t a trend – it’s a responsibility. We believe in taking care of our land, our animals, and our planet to ensure a stronger future for the next generation. For us, it’s about more than just good business – it’s about doing what’s right, and leaving the land better than we found it.

Sustainability means making informed, future-focused choices today so that tomorrow’s world is more resilient, more productive, and more in balance with nature.

What We’re Focused On

We’ve identified five key areas where we’re taking action to make a real, lasting impact:

1️⃣ Carbon in the Landscape

We’re working on innovative ways to capture carbon in the soil and vegetation. This helps us tackle climate change while building more productive and drought-resilient farms.

2️⃣ Protecting Natural Capital

As stewards of millions of hectares across Northern Australia, we’re taking measurable steps to protect biodiversity and maintain healthy landscapes – because a thriving natural environment supports everything we do.

3️⃣ Reducing Methane Emissions

Cattle naturally produce methane, which contributes to climate change. By introducing a seaweed-based feed supplement, we’re helping reduce emissions – one of the biggest breakthroughs in sustainable beef production.

4️⃣ Animal Health & Welfare

We’re raising the bar on animal welfare by creating high standards for how animals are treated across our operations. It’s about respect, responsibility, and producing food ethically.

5️⃣ The Wylarah Institute

Our innovation hub, the Wylarah Institute, is accelerating the next generation of ideas in ag. We’re fast-tracking science and technology that helps the industry adapt, evolve, and thrive – all while valuing nature.

Why It Matters

The future of agriculture is in your hands – and ours. Whether you’re thinking about your next steps in study, work, or life on the land, we want you to know this: at AACo, we’re committed to creating a world where farming works with nature, not against it.

Because the choices we make today shape the world we all share tomorrow.

Career Stories

At AACo, everyone’s career journey is different – and that’s something we’re proud of. From life on station to roles in sustainability, sales and marketing, and head office, our people follow all kinds of paths across the business. Here, they share their stories – the twists, turns, and what they’ve learned along the way. If you’re curious about where a career with AACo could take you, this is a great place to start.

Meet James

What was your background before joining AACo?

I grew up on a beef cattle property near Crookwell NSW where my family run a Normande/Charolais cross breed. I am the 7th generation of the Carter family to grow up at Lake Edward which has the oldest registered fire brand in Australia. After moving to Brisbane to finish school, I completed a carpentry apprenticeship. I began my journey back into ag towards the end of my apprenticeship by starting at EC Rural working in Sales and Production.

Where did you start in the business and tell us a bit about your career journey with AACo?

I started at AACo as a Livestock and Production Officer where I really learnt my craft in red meat processing. After less than 2 years in the role, I was prompted to an Assistant Production Manager and 2 years after that to Processing Manager. I now lead a team, manage two service kills, and ensure all aspects of AACo’s premium branded beef program are met over the 1,000hd+ of Wagyu we process every week, which are to be delivered to our customers around the world.

What are your top tips for someone starting in the Agriculture industry?

If I was to give advice to someone coming into Agriculture, I would say be open to everything and anything, work hard and ask as many questions as you can (there is no such thing as a dumb question). Study the craft you are in with the goal of becoming a subject matter expert, as you will reap the rewards further down the track. Be patient as opportunities will always pop up, get comfortable being uncomfortable and don’t be afraid of change. This industry is full of diverse career paths and a fully integrated supply chain like AACo it is a great place to find out where you want to end up in the ag industry, as AACo covers every possible role in the beef industry.

What is your favourite AACo property and why?

It would have to be Dalgonally, as this was the first property I went to as a part of AACo’s employee challenge and it opened my eyes to the scale of graziers in the North. The skill and care required to manage these incredible animals and their mentality of taking care of the land to leave it better than AACo found it is very inspiring. It was also where I met my soon to be wife.

Meet Julia

What was your background before joining AACo?

I went to school on the outskirts of Sydney, studying agriculture and always had a passion for the industry and loved visiting my grandparents cattle properties in the Scenic Rim. Post-school I moved to Gatton and studied Ag Science (Honours) at The University of Queensland for 4 years. During this time, I had a few different jobs, working as a Tutor in Animal Nutrition & Biochemistry, and working on a heat-load mitigation trial in feedlots. Once I finished university, I got the job in AACo’s graduate program.

Where did you start in the business and tell us a bit about your career journey with AACo?

I began my career with AACo in their graduate program. My first two rotations were at Aronui Feedlot and Canobie Station. In these roles, I gained hands on experience in all operational areas including stockcamps, feedmills and the office.

I continued in the program moving next to Brunette Downs, where I took on business analyst responsibilities looking at business optimisation, project proposals and supply chain improvements. This was followed by a move to the Brisbane head office, where I worked closely with the Breeding and Genetics team.

After the Graduate Program, I returned to station life, in a new role as Animal Health & Welfare Advisor within the Sustainability team at La Belle Downs.

In 2024, I relocated to Toowoomba and transitioned into my current role as Animal Health & Production Partner within the Operations team. Based remotely, I support stations and feedlots across the business in health management, welfare improvements and improving production efficiency through a range of operational projects and strategic work streams.

What are your top tips for someone starting in the Agriculture industry?

My advice would be to say yes to every and any opportunity at the start of your career, even if they are out of your comfort zone. Secondly it is so important to network and connect with people in the Ag industry, there is so much experience and knowledge that you can learn from just by getting to know people.

What is your favourite AACo property and why?

Canobie holds a bit of a spot in my heart as it’s the first station I ever visited and lived at, and it is also where I met my partner. La Belle would have to be my favourite though. The incredible diversity in landscape, from forest, swamp, floodplains to ocean is incomparable. The fauna and flora there is so unique and abundant (especially the barramundi).

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