Dalby Region: Hands-On Pig Farm Manager (Feeding & Breeding)

The Trustee for the Reilly Pastoral Trust; Dalby; On-site; AUD 79,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal opportunity employer

Job summary

RPC Dalby Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Pig Farmer to run the day-to-day operations of its commercial piggeries in the South Burnett and Darling Downs region. This hands-on role requires planning, prioritising daily work and personally executing feeding and breeding tasks.

The successful candidate will have at least one year of piggery experience, strong record keeping, and knowledge of pig health and safety, with a commitment to biosecurity and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial piggery operations and animal husbandry.
• Strong record keeping and problem-solving abilities.
• Knowledge of pig health and safety and biosecurity.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day running of the piggery, including planning and prioritising daily work.
• Carry out feeding, including managing rations and feed supply.
• Manage breeding, including the breeding program and the care of sows and piglets.
• Monitor pig health and welfare, and report and act on any issues.
• Keep accurate production and animal records.
• Maintain biosecurity, workplace health and safety, and the cleanliness of sheds and equipment.
• Work with and support fellow team members.

Skills

Animal husbandry

Record keeping

Time management

Feeding management

Production skills

Health safety

Education

Relevant formal qualifications

Job description

RPC Dalby Pty Ltd is seeking an experienced Pig Farmer to run the day-to-day operations of its commercial piggeries in the South Burnett and Darling Downs region. This hands-on role requires planning, prioritising daily work and personally executing feeding and breeding tasks.

The successful candidate will have at least one year of piggery experience, strong record keeping, and knowledge of pig health and safety, with a commitment to biosecurity and teamwork.