Job Type: Permanent position | Full time position
Job Description
Kalahari Farms Pty Ltd ANIMAL HUSBANDRY TECHNICIAN — KALAHARI FARMS Summary of Position Mutchilba, Far North Queensland Full-time Animal Husbandry Technician $80,000 per annum, plus on-farm accommodation Kalahari Farms is a family-run agricultural business in Far North Queensland.
We operate multiple farming entities managing a variety of crops, livestock and poultry enterprises.
We are seeking a full-time Animal Husbandry Technician to support the breeding, raising and management of our cattle herd of approximately 180 head, including 5 bulls.
The role is hands‐on and technical, and carries responsibility for herd health, breeding performance, nutrition and production records.
We are offering a salary of $80,000 per annum.
On-farm accommodation is provided.
Key duties include:
Assisting with the breeding program for a herd of approximately 180 cattle, including the management and rotation of 5 bulls
Undertaking pregnancy testing and recording and reporting results
Monitoring and managing lactation, including condition scoring of lactating cows and identification of animals requiring intervention
Assessing nutritional requirements across the herd and providing advice on rations, supplementation and pasture use
Monitoring animal health, condition,



behaviour and welfare, and identifying and reporting disease, injury and production problems
Assisting with calving, weaning, drafting, tagging and other routine husbandry operations
Maintaining accurate herd records, including breeding, calving, treatment, weight and production data
Implementing and maintaining biosecurity and farm hygiene standards, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulatory and operational requirements
Assisting with the maintenance of yards, fencing, watering systems and other livestock infrastructure
Providing assistance to the poultry enterprise as required
Requirements
At least 3 years work experience
Experience in cattle breeding and herd management will be highly regarded
Practical skills in livestock handling and basic farm maintenance
Ability to work in a regional farming setting
Strong organisational and observational skills, and accuracy in record keeping
Reliable, practical, and able to work independently and as part of a team
About Company
Kalahari Farms is a family-run agricultural business in Far North Queensland.
We operate multiple farming entities managing a variety of crops, livestock, and poultry enterprises.
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