Dairy Cattle Farmer

Dairy Cattle Farmer

Perryfarm Pty Ltd t/as Perry Farms

Tatura Victoria

The Perry family operate a dairy at Tatura in the Goulburn Murray Valley.

We have a family team who work together to ensure animal welfare is a focus and milk production is of the highest quality.

Our culture supports the health and safety of our employees and promotes a work-life balance

 We currently have a position available:

Dairy Cattle Farmer – duties include but are not limited to:

·         Milk harvesting following our milking procedures

·         Keep accurate records

·         Maintain herd health

·         Assist veterinarians with cattle health when/if required

·         Assist with calf management – feeding, weighing, vaccinating when required

·         Assist with AI breeding program

·         Supervise the milking procedures

·         Analyse herd recording data

·         Assist consultants with nutrition and milk production

The successful applicant will be required to have a Bachelor Degree or 5 years relevant work experience

The dairy enterprise is a 750 cow property which has 50% Spring calving, 40% Autumn calving & 10% Summer calving with a 50 bale rotary dairy.

Consisting of 200ha with 140ha irrigated and a support block of 200ha.

The successful applicant will need to have a passion for this industry, must have a good grasp of the English language, will be required to work as a part of a team and have great attention to detail.

Job Type:      Full time permanent

Salary:            $77k - $90k per year

How to apply:

If you believe this position is for you and you are looking for a career opportunity, please submit your updated resume to ••••@bigpond.com.au

Please note, we may only contact you if your profile is suitable to the requirements of this position