Dairy Research Technician – Pasture & Climate Action

DEECA; Shire of Baw Baw; Hybrid; AUD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

DEECA in Ellinbank, Victoria, seeks a specialist to provide technical support for dairy research projects within the Dairy Feedbase and Methane Mitigation program. The role focuses on pasture-based systems profitability, climate variability, and emissions reduction, working with scientists and farm staff at the Ellinbank SmartFarm.

The appointee will collaborate across animal, pasture and farm-based activities, showing attention to detail and safe operations around livestock while contributing

Qualifications

• This role requires good communication and ability to work in a team across researchers and farm staff.
• Proven ability to work safely around livestock and follow SOPs/WH&S procedures.
• Strong data entry accuracy and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support for dairy research projects at Ellinbank SmartFarm.
• Contribute to Dairy Feedbase and Methane Mitigation programs.
• Collaborate with scientists, technical staff, farm staff and casual employees.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

TAFE certificate / Associate Diploma

3+ years dairy farming experience

Job description

DEECA in Ellinbank, Victoria, seeks a specialist to provide technical support for dairy research projects within the Dairy Feedbase and Methane Mitigation program. The role focuses on pasture-based systems profitability, climate variability, and emissions reduction, working with scientists and farm staff at the Ellinbank SmartFarm.

The appointee will collaborate across animal, pasture and farm-based activities, showing attention to detail and safe operations around livestock while contributing