Senior Dairy Cattle Farm Worker

Senior Dairy Cattle Farm Worker

Senior Dairy Cattle Farm Worker

Job Description

• Senior Dairy Cattle Farm Worker
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plan all aspects of milk production processes including management and coordination of milking shed routines

coordinate and implement reproductive programs, including artificial insemination and herd fertility management, detection of oestrous and pregnancy

assist in controlled breeding experiments to develop improved livestock strains

implement calving procedures, including the ability to physically conduct unsupervised internal assessments to minimise the incidence of still births or injuries to cow or calf

plan and manage pastures and crops for livestock production and develop livestock feeding plans

analyse produce to set and maintain standards of quality

supervise animal health programs, handle sick or injured animals and maintain an optimal environment for the wellbeing of livestock consistent with the Australian Animal Welfare Standards and Guidelines – Cattle

supervise work routines and staff performance of less experienced employees such as an assistant farmhand

implement and monitor quality assurance procedures, ensuring compliance and that all relevant documentation is kept current

operate milking plant and equipment in a safe manner, undertake multiple functions including reading and recording instrument information for example, milk vat temperatures and cow numbers and matching cow ID to calves to produce a quality milk outcome

operate a dairy recycling system

calf feeding, including tubing colostrum

assisting with and/or performing irrigation works

inspect livestock to gauge the effectiveness of feed formulae

transport, handle and store chemicals; prepare and apply chemicals

operate farm and dairy shed-related vehicles, plant and equipment

identify and report equipment not operating normally; maintenance of plant and machinery

where appropriately qualified, perform maintenance works on sheds, fixtures and fittings, fences and surrounds and install new or replacement equipment or fittings

transport stock, feed and equipment, if appropriately licensed

maintain records to ensure accurate information for stock and inventory control

ensure food safety regulatory requirements are met

contribute to and implement OHS requirements

computer literate—operate computer equipment and software packages requiring set-up and basic function operation

coordinate the response to emergencies for both occupational health and safety emergencies and animal welfare emergencies

participate in enterprise/industry training sessions and workshops as required

Remuneration Information

Visa holders must meet the salary requirements in place for the Temporary Skill Shortage visa program and the Employer Nominated Scheme visa program. A broader range of monetary payments (e.g. guaranteed overtime) may be counted as guaranteed annual earnings. The salary concession is 90% of the TSMIT. The current TSMIT is $70,000 and will increase by the CPI on 1 July 2024 to $73,150.