Farm Manager - Aurora Dairies

What Aurora Dairies can offer you

Aurora Dairies are currently seeking a Farm Manager for a dairy farm in Mount Schank, located 20 minutes from Mt Gambier in Southeast South Australia. The farm is approximately 451ha in total area.

The farm is currently milking 1060 cows, through a 50 bail fully automated rotary shed. This farm is split calving starting in February and mid July.  

Accommodation is available and there could be opportunities for employment for your partner on one of our nearby farms, if required.

Reporting to the General Manager, you will:

• Ensure safe operations across the property through the implementation of our Safety Management System,
• Manage and direct staff to achieve positive outcomes,
• Exhibit sound and accurate judgement to ensure the highest standards of animal health and welfare,
• Report on farm plans and inventory,
• Paddock inspection estimating quality and availability of pastures,
• Implement stock rotations and contribute to plans for future feed budgets,
• Feed management to support achievement of budgeted production targets,
• Monitor and maintain water and fencing,
• Maintain accurate stock, treatment, and feeding records,
• Operate and maintain plant and equipment,
• Coordinate contractors for required fertiliser, hay/silage making activities,
• Implement sustainable farming practices,
• Adhere to company policies and safe work procedures.