Assistant Farm Manager - Aurora Dairies

What Aurora Dairies can offer you

Aurora Dairies are currently seeking an Assistant 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.

This is an excellent career opportunity offering:

• A highly competitive salary and career progression opportunities.
• Work-life balance with a maximum average of 50 work hours per week with a variable roster with 4 days off every fortnight.
• Being part of a large scale dairy business that values all of its people, animals and the environment.
• Support to pursue training and education opportunities.
• A remuneration package based on level of relevant skills and experience (minimum of $81k annually for a 50 hour contract).
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.

This role will include tasks the areas of:

• Supporting the farm manager as second in charge.
• Driving and upholding Animal Health and Safe Operating Procedures.
• Herd management and nutrition, including calving, hospital herd care, AI/mating planning, dairy shed work and more.
• Irrigation and pasture management.
• Supervising staff.
• Machinery operation.
• Repairs and maintenance.