Candidates without full Australian working rights will not be considered for this role, including those on working holiday visas.
About Aurora Dairies
Aurora Dairies is committed to a long-term investment in the Australian Dairy Industry and operates a portfolio of 56 dairy farms, 49 across south-eastern Australia, as well as 7 dairy farms in New Zealand.
Aurora relies on local expertise to operate and improve the productivity of its dairy farms by employing and developing great people, investing in technology, farm development strategies, and supporting infrastructure. Aurora’s operating culture prioritises the health and safety of its employees - inclusive of a strong work-life balance, animal welfare and seeks to positively contribute to the environment and communities in which Aurora operates.
What Aurora Dairies can offer you
Aurora Dairies are currently seeking a Farm Manager 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 1050 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 75% Spring and 25% Autumn calving starting in July and February, rearing up to 300-350 replacements.
As Farm Manager you will need to be a team player creating an environment where people can develop to help achieve desired outcomes. You will have well developed pasture management and animal husbandry skills and understand the demands of large scale dairy farming. Safety will be at the forefront of everything you do.
Reporting to the Regional Operations Manager, you will:
The desired skills and experience for this opportunity are:
You will be an energetic, and self-motivated individual with strong cattle and pasture management skills, who is keen to get stuck in and get the job done. You can work well on your own but equally works in very well amongst a team.
Ideally, you will have:
What makes Aurora Dairies unique?
If you have a passion for dairy and agriculture and are looking for your next step in a progressive dairy company, please submit your updated resume and cover letter as soon as possible as applications will be assessed as they received.
For further information, please contact us at [email protected] or you can contact Sam Dunbar (Operations Manager) on 0431 489 057.
Please note, we may only make contact with you if your profile is suitable to the requirements of this position. Applicants without Australian working rights cannot be considered for this role.