Dairy Cattle Farm Operators

Waters Dairy Pty Ltd; Warragoon; On-site; AUD 64,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Superannuation

Supportive team environment

Job summary

Waters Dairy Pty Ltd in Warragoon NSW 2710 is seeking a dedicated Dairy Cattle Farm Operator to join our full-time team. We offer a supportive environment designed to help your long-term career in dairy farming.

You will operate milking systems, monitor herd health, maintain records, and work with the team to keep the farm functioning safely and efficiently. Competitive salary, superannuation, and a welcoming workplace await.

Qualifications

• Experience in dairy or livestock farming with practical hands-on skills.
• Strong communication, teamwork and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage workloads with strong attention to detail.
• Physical capability for daily farm work.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain modern dairy milking systems and equipment.
• Monitor livestock health and report issues promptly.
• Detect faults and report operational problems.
• Record farm data: milk yields, vat temps, herd numbers.
• Maintain farm records and use farm management software.
• Implement animal care and husbandry practices daily.
• Operate farm machinery and perform routine servicing.
• Support AI programs, fertiliser spreading, and general tasks.
• Clean and sanitize dairy facilities and milking gear.
• Collaborate with supervisors and teammates for smooth operations.
• Comply with WHS and promote animal welfare standards.

Skills

Dairy farming experience

Communication

Teamwork

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Physical fitness

Job description

About us

Located in Warragoon NSW 2710, Waters Dairy is a dairy farm seeking for full-time Dairy Cattle Farm Operators to join our team. We are committed to maintaining a healthy workplace culture designed to support and elevate your long-term career aspirations.

Job responsibilities

• Operate, monitor, and maintain modern dairy milking systems and related equipment.
• Observe livestock health and behaviour, promptly reporting any issues or concerns.
• Detect and report machinery faults, breakdowns, or operational problems.
• Accurately record farm data, including milk yields, vat temperatures, and herd numbers.
• Maintain detailed farm records and utilise computer-based farm management systems.
• Implement effective animal care and husbandry practices as part of daily operations.
• Operate farm machinery and carry out routine servicing, maintenance, and adjustments.
• Support artificial insemination programs, fertiliser spreading, and other general farm tasks.
• Clean, sanitise, and maintain dairy facilities and milking equipment to industry standards.
• Collaborate with supervisors and team members to ensure smooth and efficient farm operations.
• Comply with all Workplace Health and Safety (WHS) requirements while promoting high animal welfare standards.

What we are looking for

• Relevant qualifications and/or demonstrate practical, hands-on experience in dairy or livestock farming
• Good communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
• Manage workloads efficiently while maintaining strong attention to detail
• Maintain the physical capability required to meet the daily demands of farm work

What we offer

• A competitive annual salary of $71,481 plus superannuation.
• A welcoming, supportive, and inclusive team environment.