Assistant Farm Manager

4 days ago


Bairnsdale Gippsland, Australia Aurora Dairies Full time $81,000 - $120,000 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 494) 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

What Aurora Dairies can offer you

Aurora Dairies are currently seeking an Assistant Farm Manager for a dairy farm in Tarraville, located 10 minutes from Yarram in the Southern Gippsland region of Victoria, 2 hours and 45 minutes from Melbourne.

The farm has a herd of 1,150 Friesian & Friesian/Jersey cross cows running both autumn and spring herds and rears up to 400 replacement heifers yearly. The dairy has a 52-bale rotary with ACR's, milk meters, auto teat spray, cow collars and auto draft. The total property size is just under 700Ha with 270Ha of centre pivot irrigation with VRI and a 70Ha lateral walking irrigator. There could be opportunities for employment for your partner, if required.

This is an excellent career opportunity offering:

  • A highly competitive salary and career progression opportunities.
  • Work-life balance with a maximum average of 50 work hours per week with a variable roster with 4 days off every 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 (minimum of $81k annually for a 50 hour contract).
  • Access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and your family

This role will include tasks the areas of:

  • Supporting the farm manager as second in charge.
  • Driving and upholding Animal Health and Safe Operating Procedures.
  • Herd management and nutrition, including calving, hospital herd care, AI/mating planning, dairy shed work and more.
  • Irrigation and pasture management.
  • Supervising staff.
  • Machinery operation.
  • Repairs and maintenance.

Qualifications

The desired skills and experience for this opportunity are:

  • Extensive dairy industry experience is required for this management role.
  • Tertiary qualification(s) in Agriculture or a related field is desired.
  • Committed to ensuring a safe workplace.
  • Reliable and punctual and ability to take responsibility.
  • Good work ethic and positive attitude.
  • Leadership skills and team player.

Additional Information

What makes Aurora Dairies unique?

  • A true safety focus across the entire company. Safety first, what's the rush.Aurora Dairies was the WorkSafe Victoria 2021 winner of the Commitment to Workplace Health and Safety on a Farm Award.
  • 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 Sharon Mattern (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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