Senior Farm Hand/Farm Hand

8 hours ago

Elizabeth Town, Tasmania, Australia bb258977-3a24-41e4-b2cc-3a2d68d79c28 Full time $70,000 - $76,000 per year

Company Description

Candidates without full long term Australian working rights will not be considered for this role, this includes those on employer sponsored visas (482 or 492) or working holiday visas (417 or 462).

About Aurora Dairies

Aurora Dairies is committed to a long-term investment in the Australian Dairy Industry and operates a portfolio of 57 dairy farms, 50 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

Aurora Dairies are currently seeking a Senior Farm Hand (or Farm Hand) for a dairy farm in near Elizabeth Town, Tasmania, located 20 minutes from Deloraine.

This farm is approximately 650ha with 315ha under 6 centre pivot irrigation system peaking at 1300 cows, through a 54 bail rotary shed with ACR's, auto teat spray and auto drafting with a Delpro computer system able to individually feed to production.

The farm is 100% Spring calving beginning in mid-July with a mixed size herd with both small & large frame cows.

The farm runs 3 herds most of the year and use Halter to assist with easy entry & exit from paddocks and dairy.

The farm is predominantly pasture based with a big focus on safety, communication, teamwork, animal health and pasture management.

This is an excellent career opportunity offering:

  • A highly competitive salary and career progression opportunities.
  • Work-life balance with a full time roster available up to a maximum average of 50 work hours per week (4 days off per fortnight).
  • Being part of a large scale dairy business that values all of its people, animals and the environment.
  • Support to pursue training and education opportunities.
  • A remuneration package based on level of relevant skills and experience (base salary approximately $76k annually plus super for a 50 hour Senior Farm Hand contract, Farm Hand roles $70-73k).
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.

This role will include tasks the areas of:

  • Driving and upholding Animal Health and Safe Operating Procedures.
  • All aspects of milking.
  • Animal husbandry.
  • Pasture management.
  • Machinery operation.
  • Repairs and maintenance.

Qualifications

The desired skills and experience for this opportunity are:

  • Past dairy industry experience is desirable for this position, but we may consider inexperienced applicants with the right attitude.
  • Committed to ensuring a safe workplace.
  • Reliable and punctual.
  • Good work ethic and positive attitude.
  • Team player.

Additional Information

What makes Aurora Dairies unique?

  • A safety and animal welfare focus across the entire company.
  • 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.

For further information, please contact us at  or you can contact Jarom Rhind (Farm Manager) on Email applications will not be accepted.

Please note, we may only make contact with you if your profile is suitable to the requirements of this position. Applicants without Australian working rights cannot be considered for this role, including those on working holiday visas and employer sponsored visas.

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