Dairy Breeding & Animal Welfare Technician

Global Skilled Employment Services; Rockhampton Regional; On-site; AUD 71,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Skilled Employment Services in Alton Downs, QLD is seeking an Animal Husbandry Technician – Dairy on a full-time basis. The role focuses on artificial insemination, animal welfare, and breeding management as part of a collaborative farm team.

The successful candidate will have a Diploma in Agriculture and at least three years of relevant experience, with strong communication skills and the ability to work independently or in a team. Training on biosecurity and safety is provided.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Agriculture or higher equivalent.
• At least 3 years recent relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Artificial insemination of livestock for breeding purposes.
• Monitor insemination conditions through animal anatomy observations.
• Provide advice on breeding selection and techniques.
• Maintain and evaluate records of insemination history.
• Ensure sanitary practices by cleaning equipment and facilities.
• Vaccinate animals as needed and handle animals humanely.
• Store semen properly for insemination.
• Follow safety protocols when handling hazardous materials like liquid nitrogen.
• Observe animal wellbeing and report breeding activity to manager.
• Adhere to animal welfare codes and company confidentiality.

Skills

Animal husbandry

AI technician

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Diploma in Agriculture

Tools

Computing skills

Job description

Global Skilled Employment Services in Alton Downs, QLD is seeking an Animal Husbandry Technician – Dairy on a full-time basis. The role focuses on artificial insemination, animal welfare, and breeding management as part of a collaborative farm team.

The successful candidate will have a Diploma in Agriculture and at least three years of relevant experience, with strong communication skills and the ability to work independently or in a team. Training on biosecurity and safety is provided.