Description

Located in the beautiful Riverina irrigation region of Finley, NSW, Woodlawn Pastoral Co has one full-time Dairy Farm Hand (Milking) position available.

We have a diverse, friendly team and pride ourselves on providing a positive, supportive workplace for people who are passionate about the dairy industry and fresh food production. Our milking cows are housed in a modern free-stall barn and milked three times daily in a 50-bale rotary dairy.

About the Role

As a Dairy Farm Hand, your duties will include:

·        Pre-treating and milking cows in the rotary dairy.

·        Identifying and reporting cows showing signs of mastitis or other health issues.

·        Cleaning and maintaining high hygiene standards in the dairy before and after each milking.

·        Assisting with general farm duties.

·        Assisting with calf rearing as required.

·        Working a roster that includes evening milking shifts.

About You

The successful applicant will:

·        Be reliable, hardworking, and able to work well within a team.

·        Have a positive, can-do attitude.

·        Possess good communication and English literacy skills.

·        Have good attention to detail.

·        Be calm and confident when working around livestock.

·        Be committed to working with us for a minimum of three months, with a preference for applicants seeking longer-term employment.

Previous experience in agriculture or dairy farming is preferred but not essential, as full training will be provided.

The role will be tailored to the successful applicant's skills and experience. This position is ideal for backpackers looking for farm work or long-term employees seeking career progression, with clear opportunities to advance within our business. Visa sponsorship may also be available for the right long-term applicant.

Requirements

·        Current driver's licence.

·        Own reliable transport.

Please note:

·        We are currently only considering applicants who are already in Australia, as this position is available for an immediate start.

·        Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.

We look forward to hearing from you!