Job Description
Are you ready to join our team as a Piggery Farm Hand? This exciting opportunity in Girgarre, VIC, offers competitive pay and valuable experience in pig husbandry and management. Apply now and kickstart your career with us!
As a Piggery Farm Hand, your responsibilities will include:
1. Ensuring feed availability and adjusting feeders as necessary.
2. Monitoring individual pig health and barn/pen environments.
3. Record keeping including elite herd management and worksheets.
4. Assisting with weighing and grading pigs.
5. Assisting with breeding stock selection.
6. Monitoring manure pit status and ensuring timely removal of effluent.
7. Checking and repairing facilities and equipment.
8. Assisting with preventative maintenance programs.
9. Assisting with daily tasks in farrowing and lactation sections.
10. Other duties as requested by the Site Supervisor.
We're not just offering a job; we're providing a package that values your skills and dedication.
Your Skills & Experience:
To excel in this role, you'll need:
11. Own transportation.
12. Physical fitness and the ability to perform manual labor tasks.
13. Hard-working attitude and willingness to learn.
14. Physical fitness to perform manual labor tasks.
15. Comfort working with animals, particularly pigs.
16. Meat processing skills or willingness to learn.
If you're ready to take on a rewarding challenge and gain valuable experience in pig husbandry and management, apply now! Join our team in Girgarre and contribute to our success in the agricultural industry.