Livestock Breeding & AI Technician

Global Skilled Employment Services; Elaine; On-site; AUD 71,000 - 87,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Skilled Employment Services in Elaine, VIC is seeking a skilled Animal Husbandry Technician to join a permanent full-time role. You will be responsible for insemination, animal welfare, record-keeping, and maintaining facilities, with a strong emphasis on safety.

The position requires a Diploma in Agriculture or higher and at least three years of relevant experience. You will work both independently and as part of a team on farm operations and breeding programs.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Agriculture or higher equivalent.
• At least 3 years recent relevant work experience.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Advance knowledge in animal husbandry, animal welfare and legislation, dairy production, and OH&S.
• Knowledge in computer programs/software is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Artificially inseminate livestock for breeding purposes
• Use understanding of animal anatomy to watch for optimum insemination conditions
• Provide advice on breeding selection and techniques
• Maintaining and evaluating records of all insemination history
• Vaccinate animals when needed
• Handle animals humanely
• Store semen to perform the insemination
• Follows proper safety protocols when handling hazardous materials, such as liquid nitrogen
• Observe all requirements for confidentiality of company information and the privacy requirements of individuals
• Observe all company biosecurity requirements
• Promote the good standing of the company in the local and wider community
• Undertake any other duties or specific tasks that may be nominated by the assistant or operations manager

Skills

Communication skills

Animal husbandry

OH&S

Dairy production

Education

Diploma in Agriculture

Tools

Computer software

Job description

Global Skilled Employment Services in Elaine, VIC is seeking a skilled Animal Husbandry Technician to join a permanent full-time role. You will be responsible for insemination, animal welfare, record-keeping, and maintaining facilities, with a strong emphasis on safety.

The position requires a Diploma in Agriculture or higher and at least three years of relevant experience. You will work both independently and as part of a team on farm operations and breeding programs.