Farm Operations Specialist

1 week ago

Warrnambool, Victoria, Australia beBeeManager Full time $80,000 - $120,000

We are looking for an experienced professional to manage our farms operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the effective use of resources, timely completion of tasks and high standards of productivity.

Key Responsibilities
  • Assist in training and mentoring junior staff members
  • Operate and maintain modern machinery (mixer wagons, side by sides, front-end loader tractors, JCB loaders)
  • Oversee beef cattle breeding programs
  • Feed livestock and monitor animal health and welfare
  • Develop and implement beef cattle feeding plans and identify beef cattle health and nutrition problems
  • Hands-on knowledge of sheep management (excluding breeding), with responsibility for weekly coordination of sheep/lamb movements
  • Practice and promote low-stress stock handling techniques
  • Oversee the repair and upkeep of fencing and water systems
  • Establish and maintain pastures and fodder crops for beef cattle production and identify plant health and nutrition problems
  • Maintain and improve farm infrastructure
  • Contribute to budgeting and financial planning
  • Implement biosecurity management measures
  • Manage pasture health and rotational grazing practices
  • Ensure adherence to workplace safety and animal welfare standards
Required Skills & Qualifications
  • Proven experience working with beef cattle and sheep across various production stages
  • Experience in cell grazing preferred
  • Competency in operating and maintaining modern farm machinery
  • Strong understanding of animal welfare and low-stress stock handling
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to work within a team environment
  • Problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently
  • Prior experience in infrastructure maintenance and pasture management
  • Current driver's license (machinery tickets or certifications a bonus)
Why Work With Us?
  • Competitive remuneration package with employee benefits such as discounts on banking, travel insurance, health & fitness, home appliances, local retailers and more
  • Opportunity for career progression within our global organisation
  • Safe and supportive work environment by providing an Employee Assistance Program
  • On site canteen, free parking, staff discounts, monthly staff BBQs and annual flu vaccination program
Job Details
  • Seniority level: Not Applicable
  • Employment type: Full-time
  • Job function: Management
  • Industries: Farming

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