Dairy Cattle Farm Operator

Maybank Dairy Pty Ltd is a dairy enterprise located in Mooroopna North VIC 3629.

As a result of operations expanding we are now seeking an experienced full-time Dairy Cattle Farm Operator to join our growing team. This is a hands-on role requiring a blend of technical skill, livestock expertise, and problem-solving abilities within a modern dairy environment. You will play a key role in ensuring the health of our expanded herd and maintaining the efficiency of our milking operations during this exciting growth phase.

Key Responsibilities

• Overseeing the daily health and welfare of the herd.
• Managing efficient milking operations and maintaining high-standard hygiene protocols.
• Implementing feeding and nutritional programs to optimize milk production and animal growth.
• Operating and maintaining sophisticated dairy machinery and automated irrigation systems.
• Coordinating the integration of new livestock and pasture management
• Monitoring and recording data regarding herd fertility, milk quality, and veterinary treatments.
• Ensuring strict compliance with biosecurity and occupational health and safety (OHS) standards..

Skills & Experience Required

• Proven experience in operating milking plants and agricultural machinery.
• Ability to identify equipment malfunctions and make decisions within operational guidelines.
• Excellent communication skills to work cooperatively within a specialised team.
• An AQF II or III in Agriculture or Diary Production or in a similar field. Alternatively, applicants who possess at least 12 months of relevant work experience in a similar industry will be highly regarded.
• A strong appreciation of the overall dairy farming process and a commitment to animal welfare.