Our Story
Built from experience. Driven by purpose.
Drover Ag was founded by John Boote, a lifelong agricultural professional who saw firsthand how challenging it can be to find and keep skilled staff on the land.
With experience managing beef breeding enterprises and pastoral operations across Australia, John recognised that the success of every agricultural business depends on its people.
Since 2019, Drover Ag has grown into one of Australia’s most recognised agricultural recruitment agencies, supporting employers and candidates across livestock, cropping, mixed farming, and agribusiness sectors.
We’re proud to combine industry knowledge with a deep understanding of rural life — connecting the right people with the right roles, every time.
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.
John Boote
Managing Director
Drawing on nearly 25 years of industry experience, John Boote established Drover Ag in 2019 to simplify recruitment and champion rewarding careers in agriculture across Australia.
Bec Vickers
Recruitment Manager
Recruitment Manager Bec leverages 11+ years in employment services and firsthand experience running a commercial beef operation to build successful, expertly matched agricultural teams.
Annie Mullins
Recruitment Consultant
Recruitment Consultant Annie brings 20 years of hands-on livestock farm management across VIC, TAS, & NSW to connect passionate candidates with rewarding agricultural roles.
Haley Galea
Recruitment Consultant
Recruitment Consultant Haley draws on her background on a QLD beef property, plus experience in mustering and feedlots, to connect skilled candidates with the right agricultural roles.
Our Team’s Values
These values shape how we work, every day.
Every member of our team shares the same commitment — connecting the right people with the right opportunities while supporting Australia’s agricultural communities.
Trust
We build trust through honest, transparent communication with both clients and candidates.
Reliability
We deliver on our promises and stand by the people we place.
Connection to the Land
We’re proud to support the industry that feeds and sustains Australia.
