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Current job opportunities
International applicants must already be eligible to work in Australia and hold the necessary work visas/permits, as these will not be provided by Dairy Australia or dairy farm employers. Please direct all job inquiries to the individual employer, not Dairy Australia.
New South Wales
Senior Farmhand / 2IC
G T Wake & M R Wake & S Wake | Singleton NSW 2330 | [View on Google maps]
Full-time
Family owned and operated dairy farm milking between 270 - 300 registered Brown Swiss in a 13-a-side swing over herringbone dairy. Ultimately, we are searching for a Senior Farm Hand / 2IC that can support the owners in daily operations.
Responsibilities may include milking, herd health, animal nutrition, planting, harvest, irrigation, machinery operation, farm maintenance, staff supervision and training. Several years hands on experience in dairy farming is essential. Accommodation included.
Closing date: 13 June 2025
Dairy Farmhand
Emerton CR D | Jones Island NSW 2430 | [View on Google maps]
Full-time - 4 days per week
Full time, 4 days 5am to 7pm. This is a traineeship role where you will have the opportunity to learn while working and complete your Certificate III in Agriculture or Dairy Production. Duties including two milkings each day, paddock work, cow and calf care and general farm maintenance.
You must be reliable, enthusiastic and loves animals. Experience a bonus, but we are willing to train someone who is keen to learn. Open to applicants of any age. You must live local as no accommodation.
Closing date: 14 June 2025
Farmhand
Gray MD PM | Rollands Plains NSW 2441 | [View on Google maps]
Casual - two positions available
Dairy farming including but not limited to milking, herd health, calf rearing and AI, machinery operation including mixer wagon and FEL tractor operation, planting, spraying, mulching and silage making, irrigation and general farm maintenance.
Personal attributes will include honesty, reliability, punctuality with the ability to follow direction whilst being able to work independently. Accommodation would be available for successful applicants.
Closing date: 31 May 2025
Dairy Farmhand - Experienced
GA & CA Chittick | Kangaroo Valley NSW 2577 | [View on Google maps]
Casual
Located in the picturesque village of Kangaroo Valley. This role will allow the farm owner to take some time away from the farm, therefore you must have dairy experience and be highly reliable.
Dairy experience and own transport required. 3-6 months work. Would suit traveller with dairy experience.
Closing date: 23 May 2025
Dairy Farmhand/Calf Rearer
Glen Eden Holsteins Pty Ltd | Muswellbrook NSW 2333 | [View on Google maps]
Casual
Located 5 minutes from Muswellbrook, we are in search of Calf Rearer/Farm Hand for an immediate start for the 2025 Calving season. Duties will include feeding via automatic calf feeding system, cleaning calf shed, health care, operating computer systems, and assisting with general farm duties.
Applicant must be a good communicator and have attention to detail with prior experience a must. Accommodation is available for the right applicant.
Dairy Farmhands and Calf Rearer
GE Chittick & Sons Pty Ltd | Cowra NSW 2794 | [View on Google maps]
Permanent and Temp Roles available
We are located in Cowra in the Central West of NSW. We milk 340 cows in a progressive fully housed TMR System where our focus is on cow comfort, animal health and quality milk.
Positions to start in May/June 2025, full time hours. Experience is preferred but not essential. Permanant role - no accommodation available, would suit local. Temp work - caravan accommodation on site suitable for temp backpacker couple or two friends. Duties include milking, calf rearing and machinery operation.
Closing date: 25 May 2025
Dairy Farmhand
KJ Sheehan | Canowindra NSW 2804 | [View on Google maps]
Full-time
Join our family-run dryland dairy farm in Canowindra! We milk 370 cows using a 16-aside double-up herringbone dairy with automatic cup removers (ACRs). Primary tasks are milk harvesting, calf feeding and general farm duties. 25 to 50 hrs per week.
Experience is valued, but a positive attitude and willingness to learn matter most. We offer training in milking, cow care, paddock work, and machinery operation.
Closing date: 25 May 2025
Dairy Farmhand
Michael John Cole | Jamberoo NSW 2533 | [View on Google maps]
Casual
Small dairy located in Jamberoo NSW, we milk on a herringbone dairy system. The role will provide the opportunity to be involved in all farming aspects including milking, cow health, pasture management, tractor work and rearing calves.
Scope to learn and develop your skills in the industry. Applicants live locally and are keen to learn. You must love cows.
Closing date: 25 May 2025
Queensland
There are currently no jobs listed in this region.
What else can you do?
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- Get in touch below with a Dairy Australia representative to learn more about working in dairy farming.
- Search for dairy jobs opportunities on CareerJet, Gumtree, Seek or local Facebook pages and groups.
- Check for adverts in local newspapers and dairy industry magazines.
Our jobs board is regularly updated so please come back soon!
South Australia
Casual Milker
CJ & CE Dale | Glencoe SA 5291 | [View on Google maps]
Casual
An opportunity for a casual milker. Minimum of 4 milkings/week and 1 weekend/month. More hours available by negotiation if desired. Flexibility with hours. Above award wages, depending on level of skills and experience.
Experience preferred but not essential. On the job training provided. Must be reliable, have attention to detail, high hygiene standards and be able to work independently.
Dairy Cattle Farmer - Manager Replacement Stock Growing Out
Donovans Dairying Pty Ltd | Wye SA 5291 | [View on Google maps]
Full time
We are currently seeking a Dairy Cattle Farmer to manage the area of stock replacement within a dairy farm. This full time position is based in the Mount Gambier area, South Australia.
The candidate is required to have at least 5 years' skilled experience. Please apply with your cover letter and resume attached to the email address below. Salary for the properly skilled candidate is $73,150 plus Superannuation.
Closing date: 20 March 2025
Tasmania
There are currently no jobs listed in this region.
What else can you do?
- Select another state to view other available jobs.
- Get in touch below with a Dairy Australia representative to learn more about working in dairy farming.
- Search for dairy jobs opportunities on CareerJet, Gumtree, Seek or local Facebook pages and groups.
- Check for adverts in local newspapers and dairy industry magazines.
Our jobs board is regularly updated so please come back soon!
Victoria
Operations Manager
Peter R Henderson | Orbost VIC 3888 | [View on Google maps]
Full-time
We are seeking an experienced hands-on farm manager to run the farm in conjunction with existing staff and some guidance and support from farm owners. You should be capable of lifting the production to the next level, under the framework established by us and our consultant.
A house will be available and a salary package commensurate with experience and capabilities. Additional work may be available for family members.
Closing date: 30 May 2025
Farmhand
Daniel De Cicco | Undera VIC 3629 | [View on Google maps]
Casual
Looking for an enthusiastic member to join our family run dairy farm in the heart of the Goulburn Valley. Located in Undera , 20 mins from Shepparton, we are currently milking 340 cows in a 14 a side, double up with rapid exit and ACRs.
Looking for a casual worker with experince. Duties will include milking, bringing in cattle, preparing and feeding out PMR with mixer wagon, tractor work and general maintenance. The potential exists for a permanent position for the right candidate.
Calf Rearer
Darielle Platt | Fulham VIC 3851 | [View on Google maps]
Full-time
A fantastic opportunity to work with animals in an outdoor environment with purpose built facilities and modern equipment. Feeding twice a day; 4am and 1:30pm feeding start times. Must be patient, thorough and reliable.
Own vehicle essential and must have own accommodation, but at times on the job accommodation can be provided. Contact Darielle if you want to come and meet our babies and join the team. Yes - immediate start available!
Closing date: 25 May 2025
Farmhand
Darielle Platt | Riverslea VIC 3860 | [View on Google maps]
Full-time
Are you looking for a meaningful job? There's an opportunity to join our team doing all aspects of Dairy farming. Milkings involved in a 60 rotary Dairy, and other duties can include pasture irrigation, livestock health, calf rearing, feed out, fencing, basic maintenance, stock rotation and record keeping.
We will work with your strengths and can train you in aspects of farming you are interested in. Send your resume if you are motivated and love working outdoors.
Closing date: 25 May 2025
Experienced Farmhand
M & R Coleman | Maffra VIC 3860 | [View on Google maps]
Employment types
You will be joining a family farm and working directly with the owner, great opportunity for career progression and skill development. No housing is available on site, but we will assist the right applicant to find suitable accommodation.
You will need to have dairy farm experience in all aspects of farming including milking, cow health and care, paddock work, tractor and other machinery operation.
Closing date: 25 May 2025
Farmhand
O'Briens M & S | Denison VIC 3858 | [View on Google maps]
Full-time
Farm prides itself on consistently being in the top 5% for Milk Quality Awards. Looking to expand over the next few years. 145HA irrigation platform in the Macalister Irrigation District. Milking 340 cows through 25 aside swing-over dairy with cup removers. Spring Calving. Well established top performing dairy operation.
Friendly, flexible work-life balance. Opportunity for career development. Beautiful location close to town, schools and services. Generous salary and accommodation.
Closing date: 25 April 2025
Western Australia
There are currently no jobs listed in this region.
What else can you do?
- Select another state to view other available jobs.
- Get in touch below with a Dairy Australia representative to learn more about working in dairy farming.
- Search for dairy jobs opportunities on CareerJet, Gumtree, Seek or local Facebook pages and groups.
- Check for adverts in local newspapers and dairy industry magazines.
Our jobs board is regularly updated so please come back soon!
Get in touch
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