Casual Dairy Farm Attendant – Weekends & Holidays

The University of Queensland; Gatton; On-site; AUD 56,000 - 59,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Queensland is seeking a reliable Casual Farm Animal Attendant to support the care and welfare of production animals at our Gatton Campus. This entry-level role offers on-the-job training in a rural environment and provides a practical starting point for a career in animal attendance, farm operations or veterinary assistance.

You will perform milking, calf feeding and assist with feeding dairy stock, while maintaining safe, clean facilities and assisting with animal movement.

Qualifications

• Completion of Year 10.
• A current Queensland open driver licence, Class C.
• The physical capacity to safely perform the inherent requirements of the role.
• The ability to work effectively and collaboratively within a team environment.
• The ability to communicate respectfully with staff, students, clients and external suppliers.
• An understanding of the importance of providing excellent client service.
• Care, patience and compassion when working with production animals.
• Availability to work weekend and public holiday shifts.
• Basic computer skills and prior experience with production animal systems is highly regarded.

Responsibilities

• Perform milking and calf feeding and assist with feeding dairy stock.
• Maintain safe, clean, hygienic and secure animal facilities, stalls and work areas.
• Assist with the collection, loading, restraint and movement of animals and livestock.
• Undertake basic farmhand duties, grounds and facility maintenance, and driving of University vehicles as required.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety-conscious

Animal care

Communication

Basic computer skills

Education

Year 10

Tools

Driver licence

Job description

The University of Queensland is seeking a reliable Casual Farm Animal Attendant to support the care and welfare of production animals at our Gatton Campus. This entry-level role offers on-the-job training in a rural environment and provides a practical starting point for a career in animal attendance, farm operations or veterinary assistance.

You will perform milking, calf feeding and assist with feeding dairy stock, while maintaining safe, clean facilities and assisting with animal movement.