AddressGreen Agribusiness Pty Ltd is an Australian family-owned pork production business based in Cushnie QLD 4608, committed to animal welfare and the production of high quality and sustainable pork.
About the role
We currently require Pig Farmer who wish to join our QLD piggery operations located at Cushnie QLD 4608. Successful candidates will be paid competitive remuneration under the Pastoral Award 2020.
The role will require you to manage, supervise and undertake specified pork breeding and production techniques, methods and control procedures concerned with the operation of the piggery, and to maintain a clean, tidy, and safe workplace for the protection of the health and welfare of employees and piggery livestock at all times.
Responsibilities, tasks & duties include:
- Maintaining a high-quality environment for the welfare and well-being of stock and ensuring Bio Security requirements are met;
- Production management/supervision;
- Reporting;
- Staff supervision and training;
- Quality control;
- Workplace health & safety;
- Animal welfare;
- Building & equipment;
- Site and services;
- Supervising and participating in the daily inspection of livestock, so that their needs are met, and environmental parameters are filled;
- Tend to routine husbandry of all stock:
- Supervision of data collection and accuracy in recording to aid stock and inventory control;
- Provide overall maintenance and compliance of the Company Quality Assurance Program for the site ensuring that all relevant documentation is kept current;
- Supervise less experienced Stockperson(s);
- Participate in company and industry training sessions and workshops as required.
Skills and experience
Applicants MUST have the following qualifications and recent employment experience:
- Bachelor degree qualification in agriculture, animal science, animal husbandry;
- Minimum 5 years recent experience in medium/large commercial piggery;
- Sound communication and effective time management skills;
- A current driver's licence (preferred);
- A preparedness to work flexible hours (including rostered weekends and public holidays);
- Be physically fit and able to cope with the physical demands of the role, which includes working with animals and manual handling tasks including lifting;
- Have a positive attitude towards the intrinsic values of trust, integrity, agility, quality, innovation, and unity;
- Hold a current driver's license.
Base salary: $65,000.00 – $75,000.00 plus superannuation.
Please apply using the link and attach your updated and current resume/CV.
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
