Pig Farmer

**Position: PIG FARMER** **Location: Port Melbourne, VIC 3207** **Tenure: Full-time, Permanent** **Comprehensive salary package from $54,000 pa (plus superannuation)** **Required Skills and Experience**: - Bachelor degree in Agriculture or higher equivalent - At least 3 years recent relevant work experience **Position Summary**: On behalf of our client, Global Skilled Employment Services is looking for a skilled and experienced Pig Farmer who have strong communication and time management skills, self-motivated and must have the ability to work independently and as a member of a team. Duties includes management of the daily operation of the farm with minor supervision farm owners - i.e. general operation management, managing from farrow to finish (breeding, farrowing, weaning, and growing), feeding management, administrative tasks, general maintenance, etc. The position may also require skills in leading a small team or groups and ability to train new members of the team. This is a full-time position which may involve weekend work and some unplanned hours of work where the need arises. **Other skills**: - Good written and verbal communication skills; - Advance knowledge in animal husbandry, animal welfare and legislation, piggery production, and OH&S; - Knowledge in computer programs/software is an advantage. **Salary**: From $54,000.00 per year Schedule: - Rotating roster - Shift work Ability to commute/relocate: - Melbourne, VIC 3207: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required) **Education**: - Bachelor Degree (preferred) **Experience**: - Recent and relevant: 3 years (preferred) Work Authorisation: - Australia (preferred)