Dairy Cattle Farm Operator will be responsible for assisting in all aspects of milk production and dairy farm operations. This role includes working in the milk shed, monitoring quality assurance procedures, maintaining compliance documentation, feeding and moving cattle, assisting with pasture and crop maintenance, identifying and managing animal health issues, and operating and maintaining farm machinery.

Key Responsibilities:

Milk Production:
Operate milking plant and equipment.
Identify and report any malfunctioning equipment.
Read and record instrument information, such as milk vat temperatures and cow numbers.
Ensure adherence to safe working principles.
Collaborate effectively as part of a team.
Farm Machinery Operation:
Operate and maintain farm machinery.
Perform adjustments and size changes on machinery as needed.
Utilize standard measuring equipment and computerised systems.
Animal Care:
Assist with feeding and moving cattle within the property.
Identify and manage animal health issues, including assisting with processes like artificial insemination.
Assist with calving and other related tasks as required.
Pasture and Crop Management:
Help maintain pastures and crops, including tasks related to fertiliser mix design.
Problem Solving and Decision Making:
Solve problems and make decisions within established guidelines.
Contribute to the team by providing input and assisting other team members.
Documentation and Compliance:
Assist with monitoring quality assurance procedures.
Complete and maintain standard relevant documentation for compliance.
Independent Work: Work independently when required, ensuring tasks are completed to a high standard.

Contact details: Hiring Manager

03 8522 7177

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $73,000.00 – $74,000.00 per year

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Work Authorisation:

Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 16/07/2024

Kaedem Dairy

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