Job Description What Aurora Dairies can offer you Aurora Dairies are currently seeking an Assistant Farm Manager for a dairy farm in Montagu. This farm is Ideally located, just 10 minutes from Smithton, and 1.5 hours from Burnie. The farm is approximately 800Ha effective area with 330 Ha under centre pivot irrigation and 48Ha irrigated by K-line, currently milking 1,300 cows, through a 70-bail rotary shed with ACR’s, auto teat spray and auto drafting. This farm is 100% Spring calving beginning in mid- August. The herd is medium frame cross breed cows. Young-stock are raised on the farm. Accommodation is available and there could be opportunities for employment for your partner, if required. This is an excellent career opportunity offering: A highly competitive salary and career progression opportunities. Work-life balance with a maximum average of 50 work hours per week with a variable roster with 4 days off every 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 (minimum of $81k annually for a 50 hour contract). Access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and your family This role will include tasks the areas of: Supporting the farm manager as second in charge. Driving and upholding Animal Health and Safe Operating Procedures. Herd management and nutrition, including calving, hospital herd care, AI/mating planning, dairy shed work and more. Irrigation and pasture management. Supervising staff. Machinery operation. Repairs and maintenance.
