Aurora Dairies is currently seeking a Senior Farm Hand to join several of our dairy farms located near Smithton. Our farms are situated between 5 and 15 minutes from Smithton, and approximately 1 hour and 20 minutes from Burnie.
Our farms milk between 1,100 and 1,400 medium‑frame crossbred cows at peak. These farms are all 100% spring‑calving beginning in early to mid‑August.
Accommodation is available for the right candidate, and there may also be employment opportunities for a partner on one of our nearby farms if required.
This is an excellent career chance offering:
A highly competitive salary and career progression opportunities.
Work-life balance with a full time roster available up to a maximum average of 50 work hours per week (4 days off per fortnight).
Being part of a large scale dairy business that values all of its people, animals and the workplace.
Support to pursue training and education opportunities.
Access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.
This role will include tasks the areas of:
Driving and upholding Animal Health and Secure Operating Procedures.
All aspects of milking.
Animal husbandry.
Pasture management.
Machinery operation.
Repairs and maintenance.