Dairy Cattle Farm Operator

Role overview

Union Pastoral Co, which operates within The Midfield Group, is among Australia’s largest fully family-owned businesses and is known for producing premium dairy products. The team in Warrnambool, Victoria is seeking a Dairy Cattle Farm Operator to support daily farm operations and overall farm management.

Candidate profile

• You should be dependable, physically capable, and comfortable working collaboratively with others.
• A strong focus on cleanliness, precision, and adherence to established procedures is important for this role.
• You need to hold the right to work in Australia and be available for a 38-hour work week.
• At least 1 year of relevant prior experience is required.
• A Certificate II or III in Agriculture, or an equivalent qualification assessed by the relevant authority, is preferred but not mandatory.
• You must be able to pass a drug and alcohol screening and be prepared to complete a pre-employment medical assessment if needed.
• You should already have a Q Fever vaccination, or be willing to complete the vaccination process.

Key duties

• Support controlled breeding activities aimed at improving livestock quality and performance.
• Run milking plant and related equipment safely while recording operational details such as milk vat temperatures, cow counts, and calf identification links.
• Handle the dairy recycling process.
• Feed calves, including administering colostrum through tubing when required.
• Assist with irrigation tasks and related farm work.
• Check livestock conditions to help assess feed effectiveness.
• Handle, transport, store, prepare, and apply chemicals in accordance with procedures.
• Use farm and dairy shed vehicles, machinery, and equipment.
• Spot faulty equipment and report issues, while carrying out routine upkeep of plant and machinery.
• Where qualified, complete maintenance on sheds, fixtures, fencing, surrounding areas, and install replacement equipment or fittings.
• Move stock, feed, and equipment when appropriately licensed.
• Keep accurate records for stock and inventory management.
• Follow all food safety compliance requirements.
• Help implement occupational health and safety measures.
• Use computers and software for basic setup and routine operation.
• Support emergency response actions for both workplace safety incidents and animal welfare situations.
• Attend industry or enterprise training sessions and workshops as needed.

Compensation and benefits

• Annual salary offered: AUD 65,000 to AUD 70,000.
• A safe and supportive workplace.
• Potential for career growth within a global organisation.

Additional information

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted. The employer is an equal opportunity organisation.