Job Title:
Senior Dairy Cattle Stockperson
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About The Job:
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Dairy Cattle Stockperson to join our production team in Lang Lang, VIC. This is a full-time permanent role that requires the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
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Key Responsibilities:
* 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.