The Agricultural Technician will be responsible for managing breeding programs, nutrition of livestock and adherence to health and safety and legislation as well as implementing sustainable land use practices.

The duties of the Agricultural Technician are the following -

• Manage the feeding program for springing cows.

• Inspecting and monitoring growth rates against targets.

• Nutrient Management Planning

• Arranging supply of vaccines, mineral supplements, and other appropriate animal husbandry.

• Record all treatments to meet quality assurance requirements and farm policy.

• Select cows for Artificial Insemination, assist with semen selection. Mark inseminated cows and keep insemination records and records relating to calving dates, joining and heat detection.

• Train others in correct milk harvesting technique.

• Identify and isolate from milk supply those cows whose milk is unfit for human consumption.

• Conduct research and facilitate animal husbandry programs.

• Examine the operation and service of water supply and water systems.

You will have -

• At least a Diploma or 3 years relevant farm working experience

· Valid Australian working visa

· Valid Drivers Licence

· Ability to commit and adhere to safe work practices

• Patient, Hardworking, Resourceful, Trustworthy, loyal efficient and good time management

• Understanding and passion for the dairy industry.

• Demonstrate a broad and coherent body of knowledge of milk source and composition.

• Good communication skills in both verbal and written

Please contact Kembly Farms on klembyfarms@hotmail.comwith your CV if you are interested

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $70,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Irrewillipe, VIC 3249: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Authorisation:

• Australia (Required)

Work Location: In person

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