Campus Farm Technician – Livestock & Cropping

University of Melbourne; Dookie; On-site; AUD 66,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

Flexible work arrangements

Career development programs

Parental leave and cultural leave

Health insurance discounts

Job summary

The University of Melbourne invites applications for an Assistant Farm Hand at the Dookie Campus. This hands-on, 12-month fixed-term role supports livestock operations, cropping activities and general farm duties to contribute to the university's agricultural teaching and research programs.

You will assist with feeding, weighing, shearing support, machinery use, and record-keeping while working closely with the Farm Hand and Farm Manager. A practical, safety‑minded team player is ideal.

Qualifications

• Experience in basic livestock husbandry tasks such as feeding, weighing and handling animals.
• Knowledge of farm machinery operation and maintenance.
• Demonstrated commitment to safe work practices and OH&S guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day operations of livestock enterprises.
• Support routine maintenance and repairs of farm machinery.
• Assist with record management and data entry on farm activities.
• Participate in animal husbandry tasks and follow best practices.

Skills

Livestock husbandry

Farm machinery operation

Team player

Safety compliance

Manual labour

Willing to learn

Job description

The University of Melbourne invites applications for an Assistant Farm Hand at the Dookie Campus. This hands-on, 12-month fixed-term role supports livestock operations, cropping activities and general farm duties to contribute to the university's agricultural teaching and research programs.

You will assist with feeding, weighing, shearing support, machinery use, and record-keeping while working closely with the Farm Hand and Farm Manager. A practical, safety‑minded team player is ideal.