SAMPLING OFFICER

National Herd Development; Korumburra; On-site; AUD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hands-on experience in Gippsland dairy

Training provided

Supportive team environment

Job summary

National Herd Development is seeking a Sampling Officer to work on-farm in Korumburra, Gippsland. You will deliver and set up herd test equipment and assist farmers with the milk sampling process.

You'll join a hands-on team with full training and ongoing support, focused on building strong relationships with local dairy farmers while contributing to herd health and productivity.

Qualifications

• Availability for early mornings and late afternoons.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to build strong relationships with farmers and colleagues.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Great time management and attention to detail.
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and a proactive approach.
• A team player mindset who takes pride in their work.
• Knowledge or experience in the dairy industry is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Delivering and setting up herd test equipment
• Assisting farmers with the milk sampling process
• Ensuring accurate and efficient collection of data
• Building great relationships with valued farmers

Skills

Strong communication

Basic computer literacy

Great time management

Attention to detail

Team player

Willingness to learn

Proactive approach

Dairy industry knowledge

Job description

As a Sampling Officer, you'll be the face of NHD on-farm, playing a vital role in delivering herd testing services. You'll work in the heart of Gippsland's dairy industry, based in Korumburra.

Key responsibilities

• Delivering and setting up herd test equipment
• Assisting farmers with the milk sampling process
• Ensuring accurate and efficient collection of data
• Building great relationships with valued farmers

About you

• Availability for early mornings and late afternoons
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Ability to build strong relationships with farmers and colleagues
• Basic computer literacy
• Great time management and attention to detail
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and a proactive approach
• A team player mindset who takes pride in their work
• Knowledge or experience in the dairy industry is a plus

About us

National Herd Development (NHD) is on the lookout for a reliable, motivated, and people-focused individual to join our team. You'll receive full training before working independently, with ongoing support from a passionate and experienced team.

• Hands-on, rewarding work in the heart of Gippsland's dairy industry
• Supportive team environment with training provided
• Be part of something bigger – helping farmers improve productivity and herd health
• Great opportunity to gain experience in animal services and agricultural science