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We have a full-time position available in the Margaret River / Scott River region for a Dairy Cattle Farm Operator <h3>Benefits</h3>On the job training <h3>Task & responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Operate milking plant and equipment.</li><li>Identify and report equipment not operating normally.</li><li>Work co-operatively as part of a team.</li><li>Read and record instrument information, i.e. Milk vat temperatures and cow numbers.</li><li>Understands the principles of safe working.</li><li>Undertake multiple functions, produce a quality outcome e.g. farm machinery.</li><li>Maintain machinery, undertake adjustments and size changes.</li><li>Solve problems and make decisions within given guidelines.</li><li>Know general scientific terminology and assist with processes such as machine repair, artificial insemination, fertiliser mix design etc.</li><li>Operate standard measuring equipment.</li><li>Operate computerised systems using menu options.</li><li>Contribute to the team in a specific role, providing</li></ul> <h3>Qualification & experience</h3><ul><li>Minimum 12months + years experience with Dairy Farm experience</li><li>HR licence</li></ul>

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We have a full-time position available in Margaret River/Scott River region for a Dairy Cattle Farm Operator

Dairy Cattle Farm Operator

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<h2>Senior Stockperson (Piggery) – ANZSCO 070499</h2>Delvadee Pty Ltd ATF The Dalrymple Unit Trust T/As Merivale Farms is seeking applications for a Senior Stockperson (Piggery) – ANZSCO 070499.This is a Full-Time Position based on a 38-hour working week. The salary for this position is $80,000 per annum.<figure class="table"><table><tbody><tr><td>Position Details</td><td>Information</td></tr><tr><td>Business Name</td><td>Delvadee Pty Ltd ATF The Dalrymple Unit Trust T/As Merivale Farms</td></tr><tr><td>Position Title</td><td>Senior Stockperson (Piggery) – ANZSCO 070499</td></tr><tr><td>Employment Type</td><td>Full-Time Position</td></tr><tr><td>Hours</td><td>38 hours per week</td></tr><tr><td>Salary</td><td>$80,000 per annum</td></tr><tr><td>Experience Required</td><td>Minimum 4–5 years of experience desired</td></tr><tr><td>Language</td><td>English07</td></tr></tbody></table></figure>&nbsp;<h2>About the Role</h2>The Senior Stockperson (Piggery) will be responsible for supervising piggery site operations, livestock management, quality assurance, compliance, staff supervision, animal welfare, breeding activities, artificial insemination processes, data recording, maintenance programs, and other duties as required by management.&nbsp;<h2>Key Duties and Responsibilities</h2>The successful applicant will be required to:•supervise the site and facilities in terms of the required human resources, physical resources, safety requirements, consumables, documentation and measurement devices;•provide overall maintenance and compliance of the Company Quality Assurance program for the site ensuring that all relevant documentation is kept current;•supervise data collection and recording so information is accurate to aid stock and inventory control;•undertake specific tasks assigned by management to ensure that environmental, quality and safety goals are met;•implement preventable maintenance programs to reduce planned and unplanned down time;•supervise trial sheds, collect and record data in accordance with trial protocols;•selection of breeding stock and/or pigs for sale;•supervision and participation of daily inspection of livestock, such that the animals are appropriately fed, watered, environmental parameters are fulfilled. The Senior Stockperson (Piggery) in this case would work with and supervise a less experienced Stockperson;•supervision and participation of daily inspection of livestock, ensuring compromised animals are individually assessed, identified, treated and record in accordance with the Company Herd Health Plan and the industries Model Code of Practice;•euthanise sick or injured stock in a humane manner and in accordance with the Model Code of Practice for Animal Welfare – Pigs 3rd edition;•conduct post mortem examinations of deceased stock and report findings;•collect boar semen at an artificial insemination laboratory;•undertake processing duties within the artificial insemination laboratory;•supervision and participation in the mating of animals via individually supervised mating or through Artificial Insemination;•supervision of the birthing process, including the ability to physically conduct unsupervised internal assessments of females during parturition to minimise this incidence of still births;•participate in company/industry training sessions and workshops as required; and•perform any other duty as required by the Unit Manager.&nbsp;<h2>Skills and Experience Required</h2>Applicants should have strong practical piggery experience and the ability to work confidently in a senior livestock supervision role. The successful applicant will be expected to have skills in livestock handling, pig health and welfare management, breeding stock selection, artificial insemination procedures, animal husbandry, data recording, staff supervision, quality assurance compliance, maintenance planning, and workplace health and safety.A minimum of 4–5 years of relevant piggery experience is desired. Relevant qualifications in agriculture, animal production, livestock management, or a related field will be highly regarded where applicable.&nbsp;<h2>How to Apply</h2>Applicants should submit their resume and any relevant supporting information outlining their experience and suitability for the role.Delvadee Pty Ltd ATF The Dalrymple Unit Trust T/As Merivale Farms is an equal opportunity employer and encourages suitable applicants with relevant skills and experience to apply. <h3>Benefits</h3> <h3>Task & responsibilities</h3>Supervise piggery site operations, staff, facilities, resources, safety requirements and daily work activities.Monitor livestock daily to ensure pigs are appropriately fed, watered, housed and managed in accordance with welfare requirements.Identify, assess, treat and record sick or compromised animals in accordance with the Company Herd Health Plan.Supervise and participate in breeding activities, mating, artificial insemination processes and farrowing management.Select breeding stock and pigs for sale as required.Collect and record accurate production, livestock, treatment, trial and inventory data.Maintain quality assurance, compliance, biosecurity and workplace health and safety procedures.Implement preventative maintenance programs to reduce planned and unplanned downtime.Conduct post-mortem examinations and report findings where required.Humanely euthanise sick or injured stock in accordance with animal welfare requirements.Participate in company and industry training as required.Perform any other duties as directed by the Unit Manager.&nbsp; <h3>Qualification & experience</h3>Minimum 4–5 years of relevant piggery or intensive livestock experience preferred.Strong practical experience in pig handling, animal husbandry, pig health and welfare management.Experience supervising staff and assisting less experienced stockpersons.&nbsp;

Senior Stockperson role with stable full-time hours, hands-on piggery work and long-term career growth.

Senior Stockperson (Piggery)ANZSCO 070499

Wombat Forest Organics are seeking a qualified and/or experienced Irrigationist to join their dynamic team!&nbsp; <h3>Benefits</h3>We provide ongoing training and development to ensure you have the tools, knowledge and support to succeed in your role.&nbsp; We also provide:<ul><li>Great career opportunities in a rapidly growing organisation.</li><li>Competitive Salary of $70,000 to $80,000 per annum (commensurate with experience).</li><li>Supportive and friendly working environment.</li></ul> <h3>Task & responsibilities</h3>The core responsibilities of the Irrigationist will be to:<ul><li>Operate our established irrigation programme.</li><li>Determine and manage a comprehensive schedule of irrigation for the farm.</li><li>Determine the correct pumping systems for irrigation and implement efficiently.</li><li>Work out the different hydraulic parameters for each irrigation system.</li><li>Determine and use different irrigation designs for optimal use.</li><li>Supervise staff &amp; partake when installing irrigation systems.</li><li>Supervise and partake in irrigation maintenance.</li></ul> <h3>Qualification & experience</h3>To qualify for further consideration, you will need to demonstrate a genuine passion for the industry, a solid, relevant, working history and the below skills and attributes:Skills &amp; Experience:We are seeking individuals with the following qualifications, experience and attributes:<ul><li>A relevant AQF Cert II or equivalent plus at least 1 year recent and relevant experience OR 2 years recent and relevant, fulltime, experience (must include exposure to and/or experience in the responsibilities shown above).</li><li>Experience in the responsibilities listed above.</li><li>Current Driver’s License.</li><li>Sound mechanical aptitude.</li><li>Ability to operate a tractor and associated equipment.</li><li>Knowledge of pumping systems for irrigation.</li><li>Good problem-solving skills and a keen attention to detail.</li><li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills.</li><li>Sound knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety requirements and legislation.</li><li>Ability to work independently and contribute as a valued member of the team.</li><li>Physically fit for the inherent requirements of the role.</li><li>Ability to work varied hours as required.</li><li>Great attitude!</li></ul>

An industry leader in organic produce, we now require an experienced Irrigationist to join our amazing team!

Irrigationist

Experienced Senior Dairy Cattle Farm Worker required to assist with the supervision of daily operations and management of livestock. <h3>Benefits</h3><ul><li>Competitive remuneration available - between $70,000 and $85,000 per annum.</li><li>Great working environment and ability to contribute to the success of the farm.</li><li>Strong culture of training and support.</li><li>Flexible shift schedules.</li><li>Opportunities for advancement.</li></ul> <h3>Task & responsibilities</h3>Working collaboratively with your team to achieve consistent compliance with guidelines and policy, responsibilities of this role will include:<ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li>Assist in the planning of all aspects of the milk production process including supervision and coordination of the milking shed and staff.&nbsp;</li><li>Coordinate and implement reproductive programs, including artificial insemination and herd fertility.</li><li>Implement calf heath and calving procedures, including conducting internal assessments throughout pregnancy.&nbsp;</li><li>Plan and manage pastures and crops for livestock production and develop livestock feeding plans.&nbsp;</li><li>Analyse product to ensure internal and external quality standards are maintained.</li><li>Supervise animal health programs, handle sick or injured animals and maintain an optimally healthy environment for the livestock consistent with standards and guidelines.&nbsp;</li><li>Supervise work routines, quality achievement and general staff performance of Dairy Cattle Farm Operators and Farm Hands.&nbsp;</li><li>Ensuring documentation is completed and maintained, meeting internal and external standards and accurate stock and inventory control.&nbsp;</li><li>Operate milking plant and equipment in a safe manner.</li><li>Reading and recording instrument information e.g. milk vat temperatures and cow numbers and matching cow ID to calves to produce a quality milk outcome.</li><li>Calf feeding, including tubing colostrum.</li><li>Assisting with and/or performing irrigation works.</li><li>Transport, handle, prepare, apply and store chemicals to legislative and internal requirements.&nbsp;</li><li>Operate and supervise the maintenance of farm and dairy shed-related vehicles, plant and equipment and maintain sheds, fixtures and fences where appropriate.</li><li>Contribute to and implement Occupational Health and Safety (OH&amp;S) requirements.</li><li>Coordinate the response to emergencies for both occupational health and safety emergencies and animal welfare emergencies.</li></ul> <h3>Qualification & experience</h3>What we value most in our staff are qualities such as care for animals, honesty, reliability, and meticulous attention to detail.&nbsp; In addition to these qualities, to be successful in your application, you will have:<ul><li>An AQF Certificate III (or equivalent) plus 2 years recent and relevant work experience OR a minimum of 3 years of recent and relevant work experience in lieu of the formal qualification.</li><li>Experience in the various responsibilities listed above.</li><li>An exceptional work ethic.</li><li>Ability to problem solve.</li><li>A strong focus on safety and compliance.</li><li>Physically fit to undertake the responsibilities listed above.</li><li>Demonstrable experience adhering to regulations, policy and procedure.</li><li>Intermediate communication skills – both verbal and written and an empathetic nature.</li><li>Ability to work well within a team environment, interacting respectfully at all times.</li><li>Current drivers' license.</li><li>Ability to work a variety of shifts.</li><li>Mobile plant operation tickets and/or experience preferred.</li><li>Ability to take direction, whilst using your initiative and working autonomously where required also.</li><li>A passion for working with animals.</li><li>A great attitude!</li></ul>

Exciting opportunity for an experienced Senior Dairy Cattle Farm Worker to join our amazing team at MVD Dairy Company!

Senior Dairy Cattle Farm Worker

Experienced Dairy Cattle Farm Operators required to join the growing team at the Dairy of TS McCarthy in the sunny Goulburn Valley Region. &nbsp; Minimum 12 months experience that can be evidenced. Flexibility required for a variety of shifts. &nbsp;$65,000 to $75,000 per annum. <h3>Benefits</h3><ul><li style="text-align:justify;">Competitive remuneration&nbsp;available - between $65,000 to $75,000 per annum.</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Full time opportunity.</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Great working environment and ability to contribute to the success of the organisation.</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Strong culture of training, safety and support.</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Opportunity to love what you do – every single day.</li></ul> <h3>Task & responsibilities</h3>Working collaboratively with your team to achieve consistent compliance with guidelines and policy, responsibilities of this role will include:&nbsp;<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">The operation of milking plant and equipment.&nbsp;</li><li style="text-align:justify;">The operation of standardised and specialist farm equipment (incl. tractors, front end loaders etc).&nbsp;</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Calving down, calf rearing and herd management, including the treatment and recording of issues, insemination, feeding out etc.&nbsp;</li><li style="text-align:justify;">General horticultural activities and crop management, including soil preparation, planting, fertilising, harvesting, fencing etc.&nbsp;</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Reading and recording instrument information (ie. VAT temperatures, cow numbers etc).&nbsp;</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Maintaining machinery and equipment, undertaking adjustments and reporting faults.&nbsp;</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Operating standard measuring equipment.&nbsp;</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Operating computerised systems.&nbsp;</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Undertaking sanitisation processes to company and legislative standards.&nbsp;</li></ul> <h3>Qualification & experience</h3>The ideal candidates for these opportunities will have:<ul><li style="text-align:justify;">An AQF Certificate II or III (or equivalent) OR a minimum of 1 year of recent and relevant work experience in lieu of the formal qualification.&nbsp;</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Experience in the various responsibilities listed above.&nbsp;</li><li style="text-align:justify;">An exceptional work ethic.&nbsp;</li><li style="text-align:justify;">A strong focus on safety and compliance.&nbsp;</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Physically fit to undertake the responsibilities listed above.&nbsp;</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Demonstrable experience adhering to regulations, policy and procedure.&nbsp;</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Intermediate communication skills – both verbal and written and an empathetic nature.&nbsp;</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Ability to work well within a team environment, interacting respectfully at all times.&nbsp;</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Current drivers' license.&nbsp;</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Mobile plant operation tickets and/or experience preferred.&nbsp;</li><li style="text-align:justify;">Ability to take direction, whilst using your initiative and working autonomously where required also.&nbsp;</li><li style="text-align:justify;">A great attitude!&nbsp;</li></ul>

Be welcomed like family when you walk through the doors on your first day at TS McCarthy Dairy!

Shearer&nbsp;Blownout Shearers are seeking a Qualified Professional Shearer to join our workforce of clean, reliable, work fit, and drug-free employees based in the Esperance shire in Southeast WA.The successful applicant will be responsible for a range of professional shearing and wool-handling duties, including:<ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li>Selecting and preparing shearing equipment</li><li>Catching and positioning animals for shearing</li><li>Shearing and removing wool and hair from animals</li><li>Wool harvesting and crutching using machine shears</li><li>Identifying contaminated fibre and detecting injured, infected, or diseased animals</li><li>Quality control of fibres during wool harvesting, including colour variations and breed cross contaminations</li><li>Marking miss-mobbed or diseased flocks</li><li>Treating minor skin cuts</li><li>Returning shorn animals to let-out pens for counting and checking</li><li>Servicing, maintaining, and repairing shearing equipment</li><li>Shearing stud animals using hand shears or specialised combs where required</li><li>Team management responsibilities</li><li>Bus transportation operations</li><li>Equipment Requirements</li></ul>&nbsp;Applicants will be expected to own and supply all relevant tooling and equipment required to perform the role, including but not limited to:<ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li>Grinder</li><li>Combs and cutters</li><li>Handpiece</li><li>Related consumable items and shearing tools</li><li>Essential Requirements</li></ul>Applicants must demonstrate:<ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li>Minimum 3 years of full-time work experience in shearing and related duties</li><li>Relevant team management experience</li><li>Valid driver’s licence</li><li>Ability to pass a clean 3-step drug test (provided by the employer)</li><li>Strong work ethic with a commitment to reliability, safety, and fitness for work</li></ul>The position is permanent and full-time and offers an annual salary of $90,000 to $105,000 for the right candidate.This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional shearer seeking stable full-time employment within a reputable shearing workforce in regional Western Australia.

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We are seeking a motivated and physically fit Beef Cattle Farm Worker to assist with the full range of daily cattle husbandry, pasture management and general farm maintenance duties across their Karridale property.&nbsp;You will be reporting to the&nbsp;Farm Manager.ANZSCO code: 842311Postcode: 6288 <h3>Benefits</h3>Full time, salaried position, 38 hours per week, 5 days/week.Annual Salary: $69k + Superannuation. <h3>Task & responsibilities</h3>Your duties will include but are not limited to the following:<ul style="list-style-type:disc;"><li>Mustering and relocating cattle across the property to utilise available feed and to facilitate routine herd management activities&nbsp;</li><li>Patrolling paddocks and yards on a regular basis to evaluate the condition of beef cattle, flagging any health or welfare concerns to the farm manager&nbsp;</li><li>Delivering daily feed and water supplies to cattle and supporting the implementation of herd nutrition and welfare programs</li><li>Developing and tending pastures to sustain productive grazing conditions for beef cattle throughout the year&nbsp;</li><li>Supporting calving operations including attending births, nurturing newborn calves and tracking the wellbeing of cows and calves in the post-birth period&nbsp;</li><li>Performing hands-on husbandry tasks including calf processing, hoof trimming and general livestock health maintenance&nbsp;</li><li>Constructing and maintaining boundary and internal fencing, cattle handling facilities and other farm infrastructure&nbsp;</li><li>Monitoring and maintaining water troughs, tanks and irrigation infrastructure to ensure reliable supply across the property&nbsp;</li><li>Setting up and replenishing cattle feed supplies, bedding materials and livestock handling gear as required&nbsp;</li><li>Driving and servicing farm vehicles, tractors and equipment used in the day-to-day running of the cattle operation&nbsp;</li><li>Capturing and entering production data, animal treatment records and daily farm activities into farm management and digital reporting systems</li></ul> <h3>Qualification & experience</h3>Minimum qualification requirement: Compulsory secondary education (completed). At least one year of relevant full-time work experience in the last 5 years may substitute for the formal qualifications.Work experience requirement: The successful applicant will have at least 1 year of highly relevant full-time work experience in the last 5 years, undertaken in Australia. If the applicant has not undertaken the 1-year work experience in Australia, they must have 2 years of work experience.

We are looking for a BEEF CATTLE FARM WORKER to join our wonderful team.

BEEF CATTLE FARM WORKER

About the RoleRichardson Farms is seeking an experienced Nursery Person to support our commercial vegetable production operation in Bowen, North Queensland. This role focuses on seedling propagation, plant care, and nursery management to ensure high-quality crop establishment.<hr>Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Seed sowing, transplanting, and propagation of vegetable crops</li><li>Monitoring irrigation, plant nutrition, and plant health</li><li>Applying fertilisers and crop protection products safely</li><li>Maintaining nursery hygiene and biosecurity standards</li><li>Preparing seedlings for field planting (grading and hardening)</li><li>Operating irrigation systems and nursery equipment</li><li>Completing records in line with compliance requirements</li><li>Strict adherence to Food Safety and Quality Systems</li><li>Assisting with general farm duties as required</li></ul><hr>About You<ul><li>Minimum 2 years’ experience in horticulture or nursery production</li><li>Sound knowledge of plant propagation and crop care</li><li>Experience with irrigation systems and fertiliser application</li><li>Strong understanding of workplace health and safety</li><li>Physically fit and able to work outdoors</li><li>Reliable, detail-oriented, and able to follow procedures</li></ul>

Support our commercial vegetable operation in Bowen, North Queensland focused on seedling propagation, plant care, and nursery management.

Experienced Nursery Person

To Perform a variety of skilled tasks in managing the supervising the breeding, feeding, raising and milking of livestock. <h3>Benefits</h3>On the job training <h3>Task & responsibilities</h3><ul><li>plan all aspects of milk production processes including management and coordination of milking shed routines</li><li>coordinate and implement reproductive programs, including artificial insemination and herd fertility management, detection of oestrous and pregnancy</li><li>assist in controlled breeding experiments to develop improved livestock strains</li><li>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</li><li>plan and manage pastures and crops for livestock production and develop livestock feeding plans</li><li>analyse produce to set and maintain standards of quality</li><li>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</li></ul> <h3>Qualification & experience</h3>Minimum 3+ years experience with Dairy Farm.

We have a full-time position available in the Margaret River/Scott River region for a Senior Dairy Cattle Farm Worker

Performing tasks of Dairy Cattle Farm Operators&nbsp; <h3>Benefits</h3><ul><li>A competitive annual salary of $69,000 plus superannuation.</li><li>A welcoming, supportive, and inclusive team environment.</li></ul> <h3>Task & responsibilities</h3><ul><li>Operate and maintain modern dairy milking systems and associated equipment</li><li>Monitor livestock health and behaviour, reporting any concerns in a timely manner</li><li>Identify and report equipment faults or operational issues</li><li>Operate farm machinery and perform routine maintenance and adjustments</li><li>Record operational data, including milk production levels, vat temperatures, and herd counts</li><li>Maintain accurate farm records and use computerised farm systems</li><li>Apply sound animal husbandry practices in daily farm operations</li><li>Clean and sanitise milking equipment and dairy facilities</li><li>Assist with artificial insemination, fertiliser application, and general farm duties</li><li>Work collaboratively with supervisors and colleagues to ensure efficient daily operations</li><li>Adhere to all Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) regulations and uphold animal welfare standards</li></ul> <h3>Qualification & experience</h3><ul><li>Relevant qualifications and/or demonstrate practical, hands‑on experience in dairy or livestock farming&nbsp;</li><li>Good communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills</li><li>Manage workloads efficiently while maintaining strong attention to detail</li><li>Maintain the physical capability required to meet the daily demands of farm work</li></ul>

M & K Walpole Dairy Farming is a family run dairy farm seeking for full-time Dairy Cattle Farm Operators.

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