Dairy Cattle Farm Operator - Milking, Herd Care & Tech

Global Skilled Employment Services; Stratford; On-site; AUD 64,000 - 79,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Skilled Employment Services is seeking a Dairy Cattle Farm Operator for a full-time, permanent position in Stratford, VIC. The role includes milking, haymaking, fencing, and assisting with general farm operations, with paid overtime and weekend work as required.

Applicants should have AQF certificate II or III in Agriculture (or equivalent) and at least 1 year of relevant experience. The position may involve variable hours and public holidays as part of a comprehensive salary package.

Qualifications

• AQF certificate II or III in Agriculture (or equivalent) is required.
• At least 1 year of recent relevant work experience.
• Dairy farm operations including milking, haymaking, and fencing.

Responsibilities

• Operate milking plant and equipment.
• Identify and report equipment not operating normally.
• Maintain machinery and perform adjustments.
• Read and record instrument information (milk vat temperatures, cow numbers).
• Understand safe working practices.
• Undertake multiple functions and produce quality outcomes on farm machinery.
• Work with minimum supervision and as part of a team.

Skills

AQF certificate II/III in Agriculture

1 year relevant experience

Education

AQF certificate II/III in Agriculture

Job description

Global Skilled Employment Services is seeking a Dairy Cattle Farm Operator for a full-time, permanent position in Stratford, VIC. The role includes milking, haymaking, fencing, and assisting with general farm operations, with paid overtime and weekend work as required.

Applicants should have AQF certificate II or III in Agriculture (or equivalent) and at least 1 year of relevant experience. The position may involve variable hours and public holidays as part of a comprehensive salary package.