JOB OPPORTUNITY

West of Charters Towers, Qld – Nov to Dec 2026 – Carpenter / handyman – Paid position

O'Brien Cattle & Land Company Pty Ltd
Published
10/11/2026
Location
550 The Brook Road, Basalt
State
QLD  
Opportunity Type
  • Paid Employment
Couple or Singles
  • Both Couples and Singles welcome
Months
Nov 2026, Dec 2026
What skills would be useful for this job?
Carpentry, Handyman work, Painting, Plumbing, Tiling, Trade assistant

Description

πŸ”¨ West of Charters Towers, QLD – November to December 2026 – Carpenter / handyman – Paid position

Looking for one last short-term job before heading south for the wet season?

A working cattle property around 2 hours west of Charters Towers and approximately 3 hours from Townsville is looking for a skilled carpenter, tradesperson or experienced handyman to complete repairs and maintenance around the homestead.

This is a paid position available through November and December 2026, with the work needing to be completed before mid-December.

Singles and couples are both welcome to apply.

The work

The main role involves repairs and maintenance to the staff house and homestead buildings.

Jobs may include:

βœ… Patching and repainting walls
βœ… Replacing tiles
βœ… Replacing doors
βœ… Repairing or replacing fly screens
βœ… General building repairs
βœ… Other handyman jobs around the homestead as time allows

All required materials will be supplied by the property.

For couples

If you’re travelling as a couple, there may also be additional work available for your partner, including:

βœ… Gardening
βœ… General property jobs
βœ… Light maintenance
βœ… Other practical tasks as required

What’s on offer

βœ… Paid work for approximately 1–2 weeks
βœ… Pay negotiated according to trade skills and experience
βœ… Accommodation provided
βœ… Option to bring your own caravan or motorhome
βœ… Quiet bush setting on a working cattle station
βœ… Short-term work ideal for travellers heading south

Who they’re looking for

Applicants should be:

βœ… Qualified carpenters or tradespeople

or

βœ… Experienced handymen, including semi-retired tradespeople

You’ll also need to be:

βœ… Able to work independently
βœ… Reliable, neat and tidy
βœ… Comfortable living remotely
βœ… Available to start soon
βœ… Equipped with your own tools

An ABN is preferred.

How to apply

Please email:

πŸ“§ [email protected]

Include:

β€’ A little about yourself
β€’ Your trade or practical experience
β€’ When you could arrive
β€’ Whether you have an ABN
β€’ At least one reference
β€’ Whether you’re travelling with a partner who would also like work

Photos of previous work and additional references are also welcome.

This would suit a practical traveller or couple looking for a short, paid bush job before the wet season sets in.

Other skills or requirements

carpenter or tradesman, or an experienced handyman

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