Senior Farm Hand (or Farm Hand)

About the role

Aurora Dairies is seeking two Senior Farm Hands (or Farm Hands) for a 700‑ha dairy farm in Hawkesdale, Victoria. The farm milks 1,400 cows using an 80‑bale rotary shed and combines dairy and tractor work.

Key responsibilities

• Driving and upholding animal health and safe operating procedures.
• All aspects of milking.
• Animal husbandry.
• Pasture management.
• Machinery operation.
• Repairs and maintenance.

Required profile

• Past dairy industry experience is desirable, but attitude matters.
• Committed to ensuring a safe workplace.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Good work ethic and positive attitude.
• Team player.

Required skills

• Driving.
• Milking.
• Animal husbandry.
• Pasture management.
• Machinery operation.
• Repairs and maintenance.

What we offer

• Highly competitive salary (approximately $76,000 AUD annually plus super for Senior Farm Hand).
• Work‑life balance with a full‑time roster averaging up to 50 hours per week and 4 days off per fortnight.
• Accommodation available for the right candidate.
• Potential employment opportunities for a partner on this or nearby farms.
• Support for training and education.
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.