Farm Aggregation Lead: Livestock & Feed Ops

Harmony Agriculture & Food Co.; Yea; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Harmony Agriculture and Food Company in Yea, Victoria, is seeking a practical Farm Aggregation Assistant Manager to support day-to-day farming operations across multiple properties. You will work closely with the Farm Aggregation Manager to coordinate livestock, feed, machinery and infrastructure, ensuring safety, welfare and productivity across the aggregation.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, record-keeping, and stakeholder coordination, with responsibilities for planning, budgeting,

Qualifications

• Previous practical experience working within a livestock or mixed farming operation.
• Sound understanding of livestock husbandry, animal health and welfare.
• Experience operating agricultural machinery and equipment.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to coordinate competing operational priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and contribute effectively within a team.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive approach to workplace safety and risk management.
• Current driver's licence.

Responsibilities

• Assist with day-to-day management of livestock across the farm aggregation.
• Coordinate livestock feeding, watering, monitoring and general husbandry activities.
• Support livestock movements, handling, mustering, drafting and yard operations.
• Monitor livestock condition, feed availability and water infrastructure, reporting welfare concerns.
• Maintain accurate livestock records, including movements, treatments and production information.
• Coordinate feed and commodity requirements across the aggregation, including receivals, storage, distribution and stock management.
• Monitor pasture conditions, feed availability and seasonal livestock requirements.
• Assist with supplementary feeding programs and feed allocation to support livestock performance.
• Maintain accurate records of feed inventories, usage and costs.
• Support pasture improvement, grazing management and other agricultural activities as required.
• Assist in coordinating daily operations across multiple properties within the aggregation.
• Operate and maintain agricultural machinery, including tractors, loaders, vehicles and related equipment.
• Oversee routine maintenance of fencing, yards, water systems, buildings and farm infrastructure.
• Identify maintenance requirements and coordinate repairs to keep equipment and facilities safe.
• Support property improvement projects and seasonal farming activities.
• Ensure care and security of company assets, including livestock, machinery, infrastructure and inventories.
• Support in coordinating daily work schedules and allocating tasks to farm employees.
• Provide leadership, guidance and training to employees.
• Promote a positive, collaborative and accountable team environment.
• Assist with supervising contractors and external service providers.
• Ensure adherence to operating procedures, safety requirements and company policies.
• Assist with developing operational plans, budgets and seasonal work programs.
• Maintain records relating to livestock, feed, machinery, maintenance and property activities.
• Monitor performance and identify opportunities to improve productivity and efficiency.
• Provide regular operational updates to the Farm Aggregation Manager.
• Coordinate resources, equipment and personnel across properties.
• Promote a strong safety culture across all farming activities.
• Identify and manage workplace hazards and risks.
• Ensure safety procedures are followed across machinery and farm activities.
• Support compliance with animal welfare, biosecurity and environmental regulations.
• Participate in safety initiatives and continuous improvement activities.

Skills

Livestock management

Herd health & welfare

Equipment operation

Record-keeping

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Multi-property coordination

Communication

Job description

Harmony Agriculture and Food Company in Yea, Victoria, is seeking a practical Farm Aggregation Assistant Manager to support day-to-day farming operations across multiple properties. You will work closely with the Farm Aggregation Manager to coordinate livestock, feed, machinery and infrastructure, ensuring safety, welfare and productivity across the aggregation.

The role emphasizes hands-on leadership, record-keeping, and stakeholder coordination, with responsibilities for planning, budgeting,