About the business
The Watson family operated 3 certified Biodynamic/ Organic farms and one Jersey Milk conventional farm in the beautiful iconic southern Atherton Tablelands.
The milk from these farms and 5 other small local farms supplies the Mungalli Creek Dairy on-farm processing facility and is made into our award winning milk, yoghurts, cream, cheese and ice-cream under the Mungalli Creek Dairy or Misty Mountains brand.
This brand has been established for over 25 years and is expanding into more markets as demand grows.
As a family centered business, we are passionate about producing the best quality products for our customers and regenerating the soil and land using Biodynamic and organic farming practices.
About the role
This is a long term role suitable for an experienced and motivated Dairy Farm Manager. An attractive salary package including a 3 bedroom house, super and additional benefits will be provided.
Located at Windy Hill near Ravenshoe, you will be working on a newly acquired farm that will be in the process of converting to Biodynamics, commencing with a small herd of 100 Jersey cows, which you will help grow to 200 cows by the end of 2027.
The roster 11 days on/3 days off - responsible for the herd management, calf raising, milking and production volumes, pasture management, AI and breeding programs, shed and milk hygiene, relief staff, machinery, fencing, pasture and tractor work.
If you enjoy managing a farm, increasing milk yields, growing a herd, calf raising, and learning about regenerative pasture management and are up to the challenge of what dairy farming throws your way we would like to talk with you.
Skills and Experience
Applicants would ideally have a minimum of 4-5 years Dairy farming experience in increasing herd health and milk production and be able to look after all aspects of the dairy herd including:
* Milking, dairy shed hygiene, herd health
* Calving and Calf rearing and livestock and dry cow management
* Stock movement and general farm duties
* Pasture Management
* Maintenance, Fencing, Sileage, AI
* Farm Management and Relief Staff
* Inventory and Consumables
* Assisting with planting winter and summer pastures
* Farm Planning, Budgets and Reports
Personal attributes:
* Flexible can do attitude
* A love of dairying, strong work ethic, flexible and adaptable
* Respectful and takes good care of people, animals, farm equipment and machinery
* High standard of workplace hygiene and follows WHS protocols
* An interest in sustainable and regenerative farming
* Enjoys contributing to and working in a team environment
* Accurately follows systems and procedures
* Ability to do early morning and afternoon shifts
* Available for weekday and weekend rosters
Our Farms are located in a stunning part of North Queensland surrounded by World Heritage Rainforest and Waterfalls.
If you have a genuine passion for Dairy and regenerative farming then please APPLY NOW with both a resume and cover letter outlining your skills and experience and why you fill this role is a good fit for you.
Share farming opportunity may be available for the right canditate.
This role is long term and suitable to Australian citizens or permanent residents and NOT SUITABLE for Travellers or Working Holiday Visa holders