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Dairy Farm Position

Dairy Farm Position

The Caguioa Enterprise Pty LtdMelbourne, Australia
8 days ago
Job description

On behalf of our client, Caguioa Enterprise Pty Ltd is seeking for Dairy Farmer, Agricultural Technician and Dairy Cattle Farm Operator that will join a team in a dairy farm located in regional Victoria.

Positions Available : Dairy Farm Positions

1. Dairy Farmers

  • Applicants must have at least a Bachelor's degree or 5 years of relevant experience.

2. Agricultural Technicians

  • Applicants must have at least a Diploma or 3 years of relevant experience.
  • 3. Dairy Cattle Farm Operators

  • Applicants must have at least an AQF Certificate II or III in Agriculture (or equivalent) or at least 1 year of recent work experience
  • All applicants must meet the following criteria

  • Patient, Hardworking, Resourceful, Trustworthy, Loyal, Efficient
  • Understanding and passion for the Dairy industry
  • Previous experience in a similar role.
  • Constant monitoring of the Dairy Farm.
  • Sound knowledge in Farming Techniques and Management.
  • Demonstrate a broad and a coherent body of knowledge of milk source and composition
  • In-depth understanding of the safety and quality factors that determine the acceptability of dairy products by consumers.
  • To be able to work and communicate effectively as part of a team.
  • Duties for Dairy Farmer :

  • Supervision of Animal Husbandry and Feed Management.
  • Managing all dairy cattle, heifers, dry cows, and calves
  • Managing plant equipment and infrastructure maintenance
  • Achieving agreed budgeted and physical performance targets
  • Managing milk harvesting, milk quality and staff rosters
  • Ensuring compliance with workplace and OH&S Legislation
  • Adhering of Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
  • Duties for Agricultural Technician :

  • Manage the feeding program for springing cows.
  • Inspecting and monitoring growth rates against targets.
  • Nutrient Management Planning
  • Arranging supply of vaccines, mineral supplements and another appropriate animal husbandry.
  • Organise mating program for rising 2-year-olds
  • Record all treatments to meet quality assurance requirements and farm policy.
  • Select cows for Artificial Insemination, assist with semen selection. Mark inseminated cows and keep insemination records.
  • Duties for Dairy Cattle Farm Operator :

  • Read and record instrument information i.e. Milk vat temperatures and cow numbers
  • Undertake multiple functions, produce a quality outcome e.g. Farm machinery
  • Operate milking plant and equipment.
  • Operate standard measuring equipment
  • Know general scientific terminology and assist with processes such as machine repair, artificial insemination, fertiliser mix design etc.
  • Operate computerized system using menu options.
  • A remuneration package is between $54,000 - $80,000 plus Superannuation will be negotiated depending on skills and experience

  • Job Types
  • Full-time, Permanent
  • Job Types
  • Full-time, Permanent
  • Salary
  • 54,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
  • Schedule :
  • Shift work
  • Ability to commute / relocate :

  • Williams Landing, VIC : Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)
  • Work Authorisation :

  • Australia (preferred)
  • Work Location : In person

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