Dairy Cattle Farmer

**DAIRY CATTLE FARMER / 2IC**

**_Location_: Hamilton, TAS 7140**

**_Tenure: Full-time, Permanent_**

**_Comprehensive salary package from $54,000 pa (plus superannuation)_**

**Required Skills and Experience**:

- Bachelor's 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 Dairy Farmer who has strong communication and time management skills, self-motivated and must have the ability to work independently and as a member of a team.

Duties include management of the daily operation of the farm with minor supervision farm owners - i.e. general operation management, pasture management, milk harvesting, 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 required skills**:

- Good written and verbal communication skills;
- Advance knowledge in animal husbandry, animal welfare and legislation, dairy production, and OH&S;
- Knowledge in computer programs/software is an advantage.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

**Salary**: From $54,000.00 per year

Schedule:

- Rotating roster

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay
- Penalty rates

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Hamilton, TAS 7140: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (required)

**Education**:

- Bachelor Degree (preferred)

**Experience**:

- Recent and relevant: 3 years (preferred)