Dairy Operations Manager

4 days ago

NSW Regional Newcastle Hunter, Australia beBeeProduction Full time $68,864 - $113,784
Job Title:

Senior Dairy Cattle Production Specialist

Job Description:

The successful candidate will be responsible for the overall management of dairy cattle production operations, ensuring efficient and effective processes are in place to meet quality and productivity standards.

  • Manage all aspects of milk production including management and coordination of milking shed routines.
  • Implement reproductive programs including artificial insemination and herd fertility management detection of estrous 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 minimize the incidence of still births or injuries to cow or calf.
  • Plan and manage pastures and crops for livestock production and develop livestock feeding plans.
  • Analyse produce to set and maintain standards of quality;
  • Supervise animal health programs handle sick or injured animals and maintain an optimal environment for the wellbeing of livestock consistent with Australian Animal Welfare Standards and Guidelines – Cattle.
  • Supervise work routines and staff performance of less experienced employees such as an assistant farmhand.
  • Implement and monitor quality assurance procedures ensuring compliance and that all relevant documentation is kept current.
  • Operate milking plant and equipment in a safe manner undertake multiple functions including reading and recording instrument information e.g. milk vat temperatures and cow numbers and matching cow ID to calves to produce a quality milk outcome.
  • Operate a dairy recycling system.
  • Calf feeding including tubing colostrum
  • Assisting with and/or performing irrigation works.
  • Inspect livestock to gauge the effectiveness of feed formulae.
  • Transport handle and store chemicals prepare and apply chemicals.
  • Operate farm and dairy shed-related vehicles plant and equipment.
  • Identify and report equipment not operating normally; maintenance of plant and machinery.
  • Where appropriately qualified perform maintenance works on sheds fixtures and fittings fences and surrounds and install new or replacement equipment or fittings.
  • Transport stock feed and equipment if appropriately licensed.
  • Maintain records to ensure accurate information for stock and inventory control.
  • Ensure food safety regulatory requirements are met.
  • Contribute to and implement OHS requirements.
  • Computer literate operate computer equipment and software packages requiring set-up and basic function operation.
  • Coordinate the response to emergencies for both occupational health and safety emergencies and animal welfare emergencies.
  • Participate in enterprise/industry training sessions and workshops as required.

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