Dairy Cattle Farmer
- Manage daily dairy cattle farming activities including feeding and milking.
- Monitor cattle health and coordinate milking routines to ensure quality standards.
- Maintain accurate records and ensure compliance with animal welfare and safety regulations.
KB Pastoral Pty Ltd operates an agricultural business in Victoria with activities involving dairy cattle farming and livestock management. The business requires effective herd management, milk production, animal health monitoring, pasture and feed management, and maintenance of farm operations to support consistent dairy production and animal welfare.
About the Role
KB Pastoral Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Dairy Cattle Farmer to support the day-to-day management of its dairy farming operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing dairy cattle, monitoring herd health and production, coordinating feeding and milking activities, and ensuring farm operations are carried out safely and efficiently.
Location: 95 Lynnes Road, St Clair VIC 3995
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: $75,000 to $85,000 per annum plus Superannuation
Key Responsibilities
- Manage daily dairy cattle farming activities, including feeding, milking and general herd care
- Monitor cattle health, condition and behaviour and identify animals requiring treatment or further attention
- Coordinate milking routines and maintain appropriate milk quality and hygiene standards
- Plan and manage feed, pasture and supplementary feeding requirements according to herd needs
- Monitor breeding, calving and reproductive performance and maintain relevant herd records
- Assist with the prevention and treatment of livestock health issues in consultation with veterinarians where required
- Maintain records relating to milk production, livestock health, breeding and farm performance
- Monitor pasture conditions and assist with grazing management to support herd nutrition and productivity
- Ensure livestock handling, milking equipment and farm facilities are maintained in safe and serviceable condition
- Coordinate routine farm activities and provide guidance to farm workers where required
- Ensure animal welfare, biosecurity, food safety and workplace health and safety requirements are followed
- Monitor farm inputs, livestock performance and production outcomes and report operational issues to management
Candidate Requirements
- Relevant qualification in Agriculture, Dairy Production, Animal Science or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience
- Minimum 1–2 years of relevant experience in dairy farming, livestock management or a comparable agricultural role
- Practical experience handling dairy cattle and supporting milking operations
- Strong understanding of animal health, feeding, breeding and herd management
- Knowledge of pasture management and dairy farm production practices
- Ability to maintain accurate livestock and production records
- Strong practical problem-solving and organisational skills
- Ability to work effectively in a physically active farm environment
- Sound understanding of animal welfare, biosecurity and workplace health and safety requirements
- Only candidates currently residing in Australia will be shortlisted
How to Apply
Please submit your resume outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the position. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
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