- AQF Certificate III in Agriculture / Dairy Production (or higher equivalent)
- Three (3) years of recent and relevant work experience
- Plan all aspects of milk production process including management and coordination of milking shed routines.
- Coordinate and implement reproductive programs, including artificial insemination and herd fertility management, detection of estrous 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 – Cattle.
- 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 OHS requirements.
- Computer literate – 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.
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Description
Senior Dairy Cattle Stockperson
Location: Yannathan, VIC 3981
Tenure: Full-time, permanent
Salary: From $63,000 - $70,000 per year (plus superannuation at 11% OTE)
Required skills and experience:
On behalf of our client, Global Skilled Employment we are looking for skilled candidates for Senior Dairy Cattle Stockperson that will join the production team of a dairy in Yannathan, VIC 3981.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Qualified applicants may apply online.