- 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 minimise the incidence of still births or injuries to cow or calf
- supervise work routines and staff performance of less experienced employees such as an assistant farmhand
- operate milking plant and equipment in a safe manner, undertake multiple functions including reading and recording instrument information for example, milk vat temperatures and cow numbers and matching cow ID to calves to produce a quality milk outcome
Salary will be between $65K and $75K depending on experience.
Summary of role requirements:
- Flexible hours available
- 2-3 years of relevant work experience required for this role
- Working rights required for this role