Job Description Aurora Dairies are currently seeking a Senior Farm Hand or Farm Hand for a dairy farm located in Winnindoo, situated 25 minutes from both Sale and Traralgon in Victoria's Gippsland region. Peneplain Farm is a 370Ha farm with flood irrigation. Currently milking 1,150 Freisian cows through a 60 bail rotary, with auto cup removers and auto teat spray. The farm is predominantly pasture based with grain fed in the dairy, along with summer crop and silage feeding. This farm is 70% Spring and 30% Autumn calving starting in July and February, rearing up to 300-350 replacements. Accommodation may be available for the right employee and we may have full time or casual employment opportunities for your partner on a nearby farm, if required. 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.
