Date Posted: 19/03/2025 Close Date: 23/04/2025 Company: Recruit Up Job Title: Dairy Farmer (ANZSCO 121313) Location: Dubbo, Orana Region, New South Wales Salary: $85,000 - $100,000+ (Annually) Commensurate with experience Employment Type: Full-time Company Overview: RecruitUp is looking for a dedicated Dairy Farmer to join a family-owned farm in the heart of Dubbo, NSW!
If your passionate about dairy farming and want to be part of a team that produces top-quality milk, this is your chance.
Love working with animals, getting your boots dirty, and embracing farm life?
Then we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities: Livestock Management: Monitor and maintain herd health, assist with calving, administer vaccinations, and ensure proper breeding programs.
Feeding and Nutrition: Provide high-quality feed and pasture management to support optimal milk production and cow health.
Milking Operations: Operate and maintain milking equipment, ensuring milk quality meets our high standards.
Farm Maintenance: Maintain and repair farm infrastructure, including barns, fences, and water systems.
Business Management: Keep accurate records of milk production, herd health, feed inventory, and farm expenses.
Staff Supervision: Assist in training and supervising farm workers and contractors.
Essential Skills and Qualifications: Education: Experience in dairy farming is preferred, but formal qualifications in agriculture or animal husbandry are an advantage.
Animal Care: Strong knowledge of dairy cattle behavior, nutrition, and health management.
Physical Fitness: Ability to handle the demands of farm work, including lifting, bending, and working in all weather conditions.
Time Management: Ability to prioritize daily tasks efficiently.
Technical Skills: Experience operating and maintaining farm machinery is a plus.
Problem-Solving: Ability to think on your feet and respond to unexpected farm challenges.
Team Player: Strong communication skills and a willingness to work as part of a team.
Experience Requirements: 3+ years of experience with a solid understanding of farm management.