Job Title: Farm Hand

Location: Camperdown, VIC

Employment Type: Full-Time (Permanent)

Pay Rate: $24.10 Full time

About the Role:

• 20 x Vacancies
  
• Work commencing April 2025. Duration - Ongoing
  
• Monday - Friday - 7.6-hour days - No weekends or Overtime
  
• On site accommodation available - Fee applies
  
• Hourly rate as per Pastoral Award - Farm & Livestock
  
  Are you passionate about working with animals and have an interest in farming? Our client, a well-established provider of premium raw dairy products, is seeking Farm Hands to join their dynamic team. If you have enjoyed working outdoors in a hands-on role, this opportunity is perfect for you. The successful candidates will contribute to the farm's day-to-day operations, ensuring the health and productivity of dairy goats. Potential to upskill for candidates with on-the-job training provided for applicants.
  
  About Our Client:
  
  Our client is an industry leader in the dairy farming sector, specialising in the production of high-quality raw milk and breeding of dairy goats and cows. Their commitment to sustainable farming practices and animal welfare has earned them a reputation for excellence. Join a team that's dedicated to innovation in agriculture, where your work makes a direct impact on the quality of products reaching the market.
  
  Key Responsibilities:
  
  Goat Care: Daily feeding, watering, and monitoring the health and well-being of the goat herd to ensure optimal care and early identification of any health issues.
  
  Breeding and Kidding: Actively assist in the breeding process, managing kidding periods, and providing care for newborn kids, including feeding and monitoring.
  
  Milking Duties: Participate in milking routines with a focus on maintaining strict hygiene standards to ensure top-quality milk production.
  
  Farm Maintenance: General upkeep of farm infrastructure, including repairing fences, maintaining barns and equipment, and ensuring a safe working environment for both the animals and the team.
  
  Health Monitoring: Administering medication, vaccinations, and other necessary treatments as needed, with an eye for identifying early signs of illness or injury in goats.
  
  Record Keeping: Keeping detailed records of animal health, breeding schedules, milk production, and general farm activities.
  
  About You:
  
  Knowledge: A willingness to learn and understand goat behaviour, health, and breeding processes.
  
  Physical Fitness: Farming is physically demanding, and you should be able to lift, carry, and perform other manual tasks with ease. Working outdoors in various weather conditions is required.
  
  Work Ethic: A self-starter who can work both independently and as part of a team. Attention to detail, reliability, and a passion for animal care are key to success in this role.
  
  Problem-Solving Skills: The ability to troubleshoot and handle the unexpected, whether it be a sick goat, broken equipment, or other on-farm challenges.
  
  Why Join Us?
  
  Growth Opportunities: Be part of a growing, innovative farm where you'll have the opportunity to develop your skills in sustainable farming and animal husbandry.
  
  Team Environment: Work within a friendly, supportive team that values collaboration and hard work.
  
  Career Development: Gain valuable experience in dairy goat farming, with potential opportunities for advancement and professional development.
  
  Work-Life Balance: Located in the beautiful Camperdown area, you'll enjoy a balanced lifestyle working close to nature.
  
  Job Summary
  
  Farm Hand - Join our team for hands-on work in sustainable agriculture. Care for goats, milk, feed, and assist with animal health