We are looking for an experienced, hands-on dairy qualified and people leader to takeresponsibility for our day-to-day milking operation and lead our team of casual milking staff.Our dairy is located at Dayboro in the Moreton Bay region, reasonably close to Brisbaneand surrounding communities, and milks up to 220 cows per day.This is not simply a milking role.
We are looking for someone who will own the milkingprocess, lead the team and help us create a genuinely great workplace culture.The roleYou will be responsible for:Leading and coordinating our casual milking teamWorking hands-on as part of the milking rosterEnsuring milking runs efficiently and to a high standardTraining, supporting and managing staffCreating a positive, respectful and accountable team cultureMonitoring herd health, cow wellbeing and milk qualityIdentifying and managing health issues associated with the milking processUnderstanding and overseeing milking plant and equipmentCalf management and welfareMaintaining high standards of dairy hygiene,



animal welfare and farm safetyAbout youWe are looking for someone with:Strong commercial dairy and milking experienceExcellent cattle handling and animal welfare knowledgeExperience managing or supervising farm staffStrong people leadership and communication skillsGood knowledge of herd health and calf managementA sound understanding of milking systems and equipmentThe confidence to take ownership, make decisions and solve problemsA reliable, positive and team-focused attitudeMost importantly, we want someone who enjoys leading people.
Someone who sets high standards, communicates well, works alongside the team and helps create an environment where people enjoy coming to work.
This is a full-time shift-work position, including early mornings, afternoons and rostered weekends.Due to the nature of dairy farming and the shift requirements, ideally you will live within approximately 20 minutes of the farm or be willing to relocate locally.
If you're an experienced dairy professional who loves working with cows but is also ready to lead the people and take ownership of the milking operation, we'd love to hear from you.
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📌 Milking & Herd Operations Manager (Queensland)
🏢 Bear Marketing
📍 Queensland