Senior Farm Hand - Aurora Dairies

Aurora Dairies are currently seeking a Senior Farm Hand for a dairy farm located in Montagu which is 15 minutes away from Smithton or 1 hour 30 minutes away from Burnie.
The farm is approximately 800Ha effective area with 330 Ha under centre pivot irrigation and 48Ha irrigated by K-line, currently milking 1,300 cows, through a 70-bail rotary shed with ACR’s, auto teat spray and auto drafting. This farm is 100% Spring calving beginning in mid- August. The herd is medium frame cross breed cows. Young-stock are raised on the farm.
Accommodation is available for the right candidate and there could be opportunities for employment for your partner on one of our nearby farms, if required.
This is an excellent career opportunity offering:
A highly competitive salary and career progression opportunities.
Work-life balance with a full time roster available up to a maximum average of 50 work hours per week (4 days off per fortnight).
Being part of a large scale dairy business that values all of its people, animals and the environment.
Support to pursue training and education opportunities.
Access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
This role will include tasks the areas of:
Driving and upholding Animal Health and Safe Operating Procedures.
All aspects of milking.
Animal husbandry.
Pasture management.
Machinery operation.
Repairs and maintenance.
The desired skills and experience for this opportunity are:
A minimum of two years' experience in the dairy industry is essential, along with demonstrated experience operating tractors and undertaking general farm duties, including fencing installation and maintenance.
Committed to ensuring a safe workplace.
Reliable and punctual.
Good work ethic and positive attitude.
Team player.

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No