Livestock & Breeding - Global Skilled Employment Services

DAIRY CATTLE FARMER / 2IC Location: Hill End, VIC 3825 Tenure: Full-time, Permanent Comprehensive salary package from $73,150 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.
Qualified applicants may apply online.