Dairy Farm Hand
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Trade · Warrnambool, VIC, Australia · Full-Time · Discussed at interview · Visa: Employer sponsored
Milking, cattle care and practical farm tasks make up this Dairy Farm Hand position in Warrnambool. The large Victorian dairy operation needs a dependable worker who can contribute to a structured daily routine across farm locations.
You will use a rotary dairy system, handle cattle safely, support calving and care for newborn calves. Duties also include feeding, cleaning and monitoring animals that may need additional attention. Sponsorship is available for the right applicant, with the role requiring willingness to live and work in Victoria.
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Key Responsibilities
- Participate in daily rotary-system milking
- Move and handle cattle safely
- Monitor livestock health and identify animals needing extra attention
- Assist calving and feed and care for newborn calves to farm routines
- Operate feeding equipment and distribute herd feed
- Assist dairy activity across farm locations
- Clean and maintain dairy areas and complete general farm tasks
- Observe welfare, hygiene and workplace safety procedures; Coordinate with managers and colleagues to complete accurate work on schedule
Requirements & Eligibility
- Dairy or livestock experience including practical cattle handling
- Familiarity with animal care and routine dairy activity
- Milking experience will be highly regarded
- Safe working around large animals and machinery
- Physical fitness for prolonged standing, walking and manual duties
- A hardworking, proactive approach with reliability, punctuality and self-motivation
- Good interpersonal communication
- Organisation and time management
- Capacity to follow instructions and farm processes
- Independent and team working ability
- Must hold a valid driver's licence and have access to an own vehicle; Willingness to live and work in Victoria
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