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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
Dairy Farm Hand
Burke M| Gerringong NSW 2534 | [View on Google maps]
Casual
Casual dairy farm hand job available in Gerringong. This role would suit a school student who loves animals and likes to see the sunrise. The role will include weekend work primarily with some mornings if you are available.
We are happy to train you if you are keen and reliable. Duties will include milking and calf care.
Closing date: 17 October 2025
Dairy Farm Hand
R & K Nouwens Pty Ltd | Bodalla NSW 2545 | [View on Google maps]
Casual
Looking for a hands-on role on a working dairy farm? We’re seeking a reliable Dairy Farm Hand to join our team in Bodalla, NSW, a beautiful South Coast town with river frontage, beaches nearby, and a strong farming community.
Full-time hours, approx. 6-month duration, award wages paid. Start end of September. Accommodation available on farm. Ideal for a backpacker with dairy experience
Closing date: 18 October 2025
Senior Dairy Role
Eder RE BM | Bodalla NSW 2545 | [View on Google maps]
Full-time
Our 1014-acre farm milks around 200 crossbred (Holstein, Viking Red, Jersey) cows, rearing 40 replacements each spring. The dairy is a swing-12 with take-offs & meters.
We are seeking an experienced individual or couple to manage day-to-day operations. As this is not a large dairy, practical skills in contracting, fencing, or general farm construction are highly valued alongside dairy management. There is potential for the position to progress into a share-farming or lease agreement.
Closing date: 18 October 2025
Senior Dairy Farm Worker (ANZSCO 363213)
GA & CA Chittck | Kangaroo Valley NSW 2577 | [View on Google maps]
Full-time
The Senior Dairy Farm Worker, performs skilled tasks on a dairy farm, managing and supervising the breeding, raising, driving, feeding, and milking of dairy cattle. Responsibilities: breeding and rearing, health management, feeding plans, pasture management, biosecurity, supervision, training and maintenance. An AQF Certificate III, including at least two years of on-the-job training.
Email dairykv@gmail.com for job details and how to apply.
$70,000 - $85,000+ (Annually) Commensurate with experience.
Closing date: 17 October 2025
Dairy Farm Hand and Calf Rearer
GE Chittck & Sons Pty Ltd | Cowra NSW 2794 | [View on Google maps]
Casual
Positions to start in Sept/Oct 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 will be include milking, calf rearing and machinery operation.
Closing date: 27 September 2025
Milker
AJ, GK, SMJ, WG & WM Sherborne | Burrawang NSW 2330 | [View on Google maps]
Casual - Flexible hours
Join our team and help with one of the most important jobs on the farm – milking. We can offer up to 38 hours per week with flexible, negotiable shifts.
Previous milking experience is highly valued. You’ll need to live locally and have reliable transport.
Closing date: 10 October 2025
Junior Dairy Worker
AJ, GK, SMJ, WG & WM Sherborne | Burrawang NSW 2330 | [View on Google maps]
Casual - After School & Weekends
Perfect for local students keen to earn extra money, learn practical skills, and get a start in the dairy industry.
This role involves general farm help and weekend/after-school work. You’ll need to live nearby and have reliable transport.
Closing date: 10 October 2025
Dairy Career Pathway Trainee
Burrawang NSW 2330 | [View on Google maps]
Full-time
Kickstart your career in the dairy industry! This is a hands-on role where you’ll complete a Certificate III or IV in Dairy Production or Agriculture while gaining real farm experience.
We’re looking for someone motivated to learn, who enjoys working outdoors, and wants a long-term career in dairy. On-farm accommodation may be available for the right candidate.
Closing date: 10 October 2025
Dairy Herd Manager
G T Wake & M R Wake & S Wake | Singleton NSW 2330| [View on Google maps]
Full-time
Family owned and operated dairy farm milking 300 registered Brown Swiss in a 13-a-side swing over herringbone dairy. We are seeking Herd Manager to join our well established team who takes pride maintaining herd health and producing high quality milk. Several years hands on experience in dairy farming is essential.
Accommodation, 2-bedroom house, available on farm. Must have a legal right to work in Australia
Closing date: 10 October 2025
Farm Manager
Torokina Dairies Pty Ltd | Woodlawn NSW 2480 | [View on Google maps]
Full-time
300-cow herd, 20-aside swing-over dairy, pivot irrigation.
3BR house near Lismore included, farm vehicle provided. Smoke-free property.
Closing date: 14 October 2025
Queensland
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!
South 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!
Tasmania
Dairy Farm Worker
Circular Head Farms Pty Ltd | Montagu, TAS, 7330 | [View on Google maps]Join our enthusiastic, reliable and hardworking team in Montagu. Ideal for animal lovers and rural lifestyle seekers. Must be physically fit and ready for outdoor work in all weather conditions.
- Advance your farming career - be recognised and receive a competitive salary
- 3-bedroom house - available for the right candidate
- Live in picturesque Montagu – perfect for adventure lovers
- Grow your expertise – while prior experience is preferred, it is not essential
- Work on a progressive farm with a passionate team
Duties include milking 800 cows in a rotary dairy, general farm maintenance, fencing, cleaning, feeding and caring for livestock.
Closing date: 20 October 2025
Victoria
Farm Machinery Operator
C.N Stanley & J.R Stanley & M.A Stanley | Toora, VIC 3962 | [View on Google maps]Milking 700 cows, 50-bale rotary and calve twice a year. Small team of 8 staff. Our people are central to our farm’s success; we value everyone’s input and work together to make the business the best it can be. Duties include operating tractors, trucks (minimum HR licence, HC preferred), skid steers, telehandlers, and excavators, other general dairy farm duties. On-farm accommodation, one bedroom unit.
You must have a current right to work in Australia, no new Visa sponsorship on offer.
Closing date: 11 October 2025
Senior Farmhand / 2IC
Tatura, VIC 3616 | [View on Google maps]Join our progressive family dairy near Tatura, Northern Victoria. 650 cows, 50-bale rotary with ACRs, support owners with daily operations & team safety, focus on animal health and milk quality, full-time roster, 45–50 hrs/week, on-farm accommodation available to rent.
Great opportunity to enhance your leadership skills on a modern, supportive family farm. Must be in Australia now with right to work, hold a valid driver' licence and own vehicle, and at least 3 year's experience
Closing date: 30 September 2025
Milkers
M & R Coleman | Maffra, VIC 3860 | [View on Google maps]You will join a small team on a family farm, milking on a herringbone dairy with a herd size of 300 cows. This is a hands-on role, primary duty will be milking. Ideally you will have experience in dairy milking. This position is open to applicants currently in Australia with a current legal right to work in Australia.
We are looking for a long-term staff members to join our team. Accommodation is not available, but we will assist suitable candidates to find accommodation nearby
Closing date: 10 October 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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