Brief Description
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 range: AUD65, ,000 per annum
* Safe and supportive work environment
* Opportunity for career progression within our global organisation
Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
The Union Pastoral Co is proud to be an equal opportunity employer