Job Description Aurora Dairies are currently seeking a Senior Farm Hand (or Farm Hand) for a dairy farm located at Bushy Park on the edge of the Styx River in Southern Tasmania, located 50 minutes from Hobart and 20 minutes from New Norfolk in the Derwent Valley. The farm is approximately 542ha effective area, with 390ha under pivot irrigation and 47ha under hard hose irrigation. This farm is currently milking 1,000 cows, through a 50 bail rotary shed with ACR's, auto teat spray and auto draft via DeLaval herd management system. This farm is 100% Spring calving beginning in mid-August. This is an excellent career opportunity 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 environment. Support to pursue training and education opportunities. A remuneration package based on level of relevant skills and experience (base salary approximately $76k annually plus super for a 50 hour Senior Farm Hand contract, Farm Hand roles $70-73k). 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 Safe Operating Procedures. All aspects of milking. Animal husbandry. Pasture management. Machinery operation. Repairs and maintenance.
