Description

Global Employment Solutions is hiring a Full time Dairy Farm Hand role in Eastwood, SA. Apply now to be part of our team.

• Flexible hours available
• 1 year of relevant work experience required for this role

Position Purpose

The Dairy Cattle Farm Worker / Milk Harvesting Operator plays a critical hands-on and supervisory role within the dairy operation. The position is responsible for assisting with the day-to-day management of milking routines, herd health, and calving programs, while ensuring high standards of hygiene, safety, and milk quality are consistently achieved.

Working under the guidance of the Farm Manager and Herd Manager, this role provides technical and operational support in milking, reproduction, livestock management, and maintenance, and involves training and mentoring less experienced farm staff.

Key Responsibilities

1. Milk Harvesting and Production

· Oversee and participate in daily milking operations, ensuring efficient, hygienic, and high-quality milk production.

· Operate and maintain milking systems, plant, and associated dairy equipment to ensure maximum efficiency and hygiene compliance.

· Monitor milk quality and production data, reporting irregularities or equipment faults promptly.

· Supervise and support other milk-harvesting team members during shifts to maintain consistency and productivity.

· Adhere to all hygiene, safety, and animal-welfare protocols during milking operations.

2. Animal Health and Welfare

· Observe herd health daily, identifying and responding to common ailments, injuries, or abnormal behaviour.

· Administer treatments under the direction of the Farm Manager or veterinarian.

· Assist in reproductive programs including heat detection, artificial insemination (AI), and pregnancy testing.

· Participate in calving and calf-rearing operations, ensuring neonatal care, hygiene, and correct identification procedures are followed.

· Maintain accurate livestock health and treatment records in accordance with biosecurity and welfare regulations.

3. Feeding and Nutritional Support

· Work collaboratively with feed and farm-handling staff to ensure correct ration delivery and nutrition management.

· Monitor feeding equipment and silage storage areas to ensure safe and consistent feed quality.

· Provide input to feeding schedules and assist with planning and execution of feeding programs.

4. Supervision, Training and Team Collaboration

· Provide direction, mentoring, and on-the-job training for junior farmhands and seasonal workers.

· Communicate clearly and constructively with management and team members to prioritise daily tasks.

· Foster a cooperative and positive team culture that promotes safety, professionalism, and productivity.

5. Farm Maintenance and Machinery Operation

· Operate and maintain tractors, pumps, and farm machinery as required to support dairy operations.

· Conduct pre-start checks and preventative maintenance on equipment, reporting any faults or hazards.

· Assist with maintenance of laneways, yards, fencing, and general property infrastructure.

· Ensure that buildings, sheds, and surrounds are clean, tidy, and safe at all times.

6. Compliance and Workplace Safety

· Follow all workplace health and safety (WHS) policies and standard operating procedures.

· Use personal protective equipment (PPE) correctly and encourage safe work practices among others.

· Immediately report all accidents, hazards, or unsafe conditions to management.

Uphold all relevant quality assurance, animal welfare, and environmental standards including HACCP, Freshcare, and the Australian Animal Welfare Standards and Guidelines.