We have a full-time position available in the South West, WA region for a Senior Dairy Cattle Farm Worker.
AAG Labour Services Pty Ltd is a large Dairy farming business operating in South West, WA.
Our goal is to produce high quality milk, under a sustainable model, whilst maintaining animal welfare and being environmentally conscious.
We have a full-time position available in the South West, WA region for a Senior Dairy Cattle Farm Worker. Must have exceptional skills with the following:
- 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 e.g. 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 Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) requirements;
- 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.
Requirements:
Minimum 3 years Dairy Farm experience or related + certificate III HR licence OHS / first aid cert
Salary $65,000 – $90,000
Please apply with cover letter and CV with references