Company Description

About Australian Dairy Pastures Pty Ltd

Aurora Dairies, acting on behalf of Australian Dairy Pastures Pty Ltd (ACN 622830728), are currently seeking multiple Dairy Cattle Farm Workers - Farm Hands in Tasmania.

Australian Dairy Pastures Pty Ltd (also known as ADP) is committed to a long-term investment in the Australian Dairy Industry and operates a portfolio of 13 dairy farms across Tasmania.

ADP 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. ADP’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 we operate.

Job Description

The successful candidates will have a passion for the dairy industry and have experience in assisting the management team in managing a dairy operation.

The successful candidates will have demonstrated skills and experience in the following areas;

• Complete droving – moving cows to shed prior to milking as needed
• Complete milkings in the dairy shed – complete prestart, milking and clean-up
• Effectively work as part of a team, ensuring pace is aligned
• Identify and report equipment not operating as it should and complete general/minor maintenance as required and according to safe operating procedure
• Complete data entry/recording of incidents, miking, machinery and animal health
• Comply with all safe operating procedures and support the safety culture on farm
• Tractor work
• Animal feeding, calf feeding, paddock setup and other general farm tasks.

Qualifications

Desired skills and experience for this opportunity are:

• Minimum of 2 years of dairy industry experience
• Certificate in agriculture an advantage
• Committed to ensuring a safe workplace
• Reliable and punctual
• Good work ethic and positive attitude
• Team player.

This is an excellent career opportunity offering a highly competitive salary and other benefits.

Additional Information

How to Apply:

If you have a passion for dairy and looking for your next step in a progressive dairy company, please submit your updated resume and cover letter by clicking 'Apply'.

We respectfully ask that no agency resumes be presented at this stage.

Please note, we will only make contact with you if your profile is suitable to the requirements of this position.

Salary: $70,000.00 – $80,000.00 per year