Farm Manager

2 weeks ago

Perth, Western Australia Aurora Dairies Pty Full time

Visa sponsorship is not available for this role, therefore candidates without full Australian working rights will not be considered, including those on working holiday visas.

About Aurora Dairies

Aurora Dairies is committed to a long-term investment in the Australian Dairy Industry and operates a portfolio of 55 dairy farms, 48 across south-eastern Australia, as well as 7 dairy farms in New Zealand.

Aurora relies on local expertise to operate and improve the productivity of its dairy farms by employing and developing great people, investing in technology, farm development strategies, and supporting infrastructure.

Aurora's operating culture prioritises the health and safety of its employees - inclusive of a strong work-life balance, animal welfare and seeks to positively contribute to the environment and communities in which Aurora operates.

Job Description What Aurora Dairies can offer you

Aurora Dairies are currently seeking a Farm Manager for a dairy farm located at Bushy Park on the edge of the Styx River in Southern Tasmania, located 50 minutes from Hobart and 20 minutes from New Norfolk in the Derwent Valley.

The farm is approximately 542ha effective area, with 390ha under pivot irrigation and 47ha under hard hose irrigation.

This farm is currently milking 1000 cows, through a 50 bail rotaryshed with ACR's, auto teat spray and auto draft via De Laval herd management system.

This farm is 100% Spring calving beginning in mid-August.

Accommodation will be provided to the successful applicant in a family home, and there could be opportunities for employment for your partner, if required.

As Farm Manager you will need to be a team player creating an environment where people can develop to help achieve desired outcomes.

You will have well developed pasture management and animal husbandry skills and understand the demands of large scale dairy farming.

Safety will be at the forefront of everything you do.

Reporting to the Regional Operations Manager, you will:
Ensure safe operations across the property through the implementation of our Safety Management System
Manage and direct staff to achieve positive outcomes
Exhibit sound and accurate judgement to ensure the highest standards of animal health and welfare
Report on farm plans and inventory
Paddock inspection estimating quality and availability of pastures
Implement stock rotations and contribute to plans for future feed budgets
Feed management to support achievement of budgeted production targets
Monitor and maintain water and fencing
Maintain accurate stock, treatment, and feeding records
Operate and maintain plant and equipment
Coordinate contractors for required fertiliser, hay/silage making activities
Adhere to company policies and safe work procedures.
Qualifications The desired skills and experience for this opportunity are:

You will be an energetic, and self-motivated individual with strong cattle and pasture management skills, who is keen to get stuck in and get the job done.

You can work well on your own but equally works in very well amongst a team- we have twelve farms in Northern Tasmania and our Farm Managers meet regularly as a team for peer group meetings to share advice and support each other to achieve goals.


You will have:
Previous experience as a Dairy Farm Manager in a large-scale livestock operation
Demonstrated ability to lead and direct peers and work as a valuable team member
Reporting and computer skills
Demonstrated ability to follow and implement budgeted outcomes to optimise profitability
Demonstrated experience in the management and handling of livestock
Pasture based farming experience
Side by Side and tractor operation skills
Initiative to complete operational tasks that contribute to the team
Ability to support and implement safe work procedures

Willingness to learn new systems of work, for example we have Halter cow collar technology on some of our farms and therefore employ innovative managers who are willing to try new technology.

Additional Information What makes Aurora Dairies unique?
A true safety focus across the entire company.
Safety first, what's the rush.

Aurora Dairies was the Work Safe Victoria2021 winner of the Commitment to Workplace Health and Safety on a Farm Award.

A strong focus on fatigue management and work hours.
We pride ourselves on work-life balance.

Opportunities to grow your career both on the farm or with broader horizons through professional development and other training opportunities.

Learning and development of our people is a strong focus at all levels of the organisation.
An organisation that has made commitments to sustainability and is putting that into action.
Being part of an organisation of which integrity, trust and collaboration are their core values.

If you have a passion for dairy and agriculture and are looking for your next step in a progressive dairy company, please submit your updated resume and cover letter as soon as possible as applications will be assessed as they received.

Please note, we may only make contact with you if your profile is suitable to the requirements of this position.

Applicants without full Australian working rights cannot be considered for this role.#J-18808-Ljbffr

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