SENIOR DAIRY CATTLE FARM OPERATORAbout Us:Union Pastoral Co is one of Australia's largest 100% family-owned companies, proudly producing top quality d.....
SENIOR DAIRY CATTLE FARM OPERATOR
About Us:
Union Pastoral Co is one of Australia's largest 100% family-owned companies, proudly producing top quality dairy products. Based in the Warrnambool VIC area we are now looking for a Senior Dairy Cattle Farm Operator to assist with day to day farm management.
About You:
You must be reliable, physically fit and willing to work as part of a team
You understand the importance of personal hygiene, attention to detail and following procedures
You have the right to work in Australia (38 hrs per week)
You have minimum 3 years previous related experience
You have at least Certificate III Agriculture (or equivalent assessed by relevant authority)
You must pass a drug & alcohol test and be willing to undergo a pre-employment medical if required
You have already had a Q Fever vaccination or are willing to participate in the vaccination process
About the Role:
Plan all aspects of milk production processes including management and coordination of milking shed routines
Coordinate and implement reproductive programs, including artificial insemination and herd fertility management, detection of oestrous and pregnancy
Assist in controlled breeding experiments to develop improved livestock strains
Implement calving procedures, including the ability to physically conduct unsupervised internal assessments to minimize the incidence of still births or injuries to cow or calf
Plan and manage pastures and crops for livestock production and develop livestock feeding plans
Analyse produce to set and maintain standards of quality
Supervise animal health programs, handle sick or injured animals and maintain an optimal environment for the wellbeing of livestock consistent with the Australian Animal Welfare Standards and Guidelines
Supervise work routines and staff performance of less experienced employees such as an assistant farmhand
Implement and monitor quality assurance procedures, ensuring compliance and that all relevant documentation is kept current
Operate milking plant and equipment in a safe manner, undertake multiple functions including reading and recording instrument information e.g., milk vat temperatures and cow numbers and matching cow ID to calves to produce a quality milk outcome
Operate a dairy recycling system
Calf feeding, including tubing colostrum
Assisting with and/or performing irrigation works
Inspect livestock to gauge the effectiveness of feed formulae
Transport, handle and store chemicals; prepare and apply chemicals
Operate farm and dairy shed-related vehicles, plant and equipment
Identify and report equipment not operating normally, maintenance of plant and machinery
Where appropriately qualified, perform maintenance works on sheds, fixtures and fittings, fences and surrounds and install new or replacement equipment or fittings
Transport stock, feed and equipment, if appropriately licensed
Maintain records to ensure accurate information for stock and inventory control
Ensure food safety regulatory requirements are met
Contribute to and implement Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) requirements
Operate computer equipment and software packages requiring set-up and basic function operation
Coordinate the response to emergencies for both occupational health and safety emergencies and animal welfare emergencies
Participate in enterprise/industry training sessions and workshops as required
What we offer:
Salary ranges from $50,000 - $55,000 per annum
Full time permanent employment 38 hours per week. Leave entitlements as per the National Employment Standard (NES). Penalties and overtime paid at Award rates
Safe and supportive work environment
Opportunity for career progression within our global organization
Reimbursement of pre-employment medical expenses (after 6 months continuous employment)
If you believe you are suitable for any of these positions, please apply via this website ALL APPLICATIONS MUST INCLUDE A CURRENT RESUME .
