Genetics Officer

6 days ago

Sydney, Australia JBS Australia Full time

Rivalea is a leading integrated Australian agri-food company, with extensive agricultural, processing and marketing interests that support high quality pork production for Australian and export markets.

Previously known as Bunge and QAF, the business is over 50 years old. Now owned by global protein company JBS, Rivalea employs more than 1,000 people and offers outstanding career opportunities. The company operates across a number of farming, processing and distribution sites in New South Wales and Victoria.

**About the Role**

Due to the ongoing growth of the Rivalea business, we are currently recruiting a Genetics Officer to join our team in a newly created position. Based at our processing facility in Corowa, the Genetics Officer will be responsible for effectively coordinating Rivalea’s breeding program. This role is best suited to a recent graduate (degree, diploma or equivalent experience) looking to join an organisation that will foster and support their long-term career opportunities.
- Coordinate the daily activities of the breeding program at Corowa ensuring key targets are achieved
- Oversee the selection of replacement animals across all breeding program sites for continuous improvement in breeding values
- Coordinate movement of boars between Module 5, Skills Centre and Kings
- Identify opportunities for process improvement and drive solutions (technology, infrastructure, etc.) as appropriate in consultation with the relevant Site Manager
- Ensure accurate data collection of key traits essential for the breeding program
- Oversee the accurate data collection from the Nedap PPT feeders
- Undertake daily welfare checks of pigs in the Nedap PPT feeders to ensure all pigs are receiving feed
- Undertake regular maintenance and calibration of the Nedap PPT feeders
- Coordinate the collection of DNA samples of all aged pigs and send to laboratory for analysis
- Provide weekly feedback to the Module 5 Farming team and address any concerns promptly
- Actively deliver training to the Farming team on genetic tasks
- Coordinate the purchasing of identification tags for use in the breeding program and any other equipment required for data capture/use in the genetics program
- Positively contribute to the innovative culture of the Company through the scientific community and professional relationships
- Maintain strong working relationships with all Rivalea staff and external stakeholders
- Ensure annual objectives are regularly reviewed and met

**About You**
- Degree or Diploma in Agriculture, Animal Science or related discipline, or equivalent experience in animal research or breeding
- Sound level of physical fitness
- High level communication skills
- Self-motivated with effective organisational skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Intermediate computer skills
- Willing and prepared to work variable hours
- Willing to travel frequently to other locations
- Current driver’s licence

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