Senior Stock Person - Swan Hill

Job description

Macorna Pastoral Company is commercial piggery located in Northern Victoria. These full-time positions are available in both the Grow Out team and Farrowing and Mating team, offering skilled livestock professionals the opportunity to contribute to high-quality pig production.

A piggery attendant at all classification levels may be required to undertake any duty or combination of duties listed below, as may be required at each enterprise, to the full limit of the employee’s ability, training and/or licensing:

• Implement biosecurity and quarantine protocols to maintain herd health.
• Monitor pig health and welfare, including vaccinations, feeding, and routine treatments.
• Assist in breeding activities, including heat detection, mating, and farrowing support.
• Oversee grow-out operations, ensuring optimal conditions for weaners and growers.
• Perform basic maintenance on farm machinery, sheds, and feeding systems.
• Keep accurate records of herd performance, health treatments, and breeding outcomes.
• Identify and report any animal health or infrastructure issues to management.
• Ensure compliance with Work Health and Safety (WHS) standards and farm protocols.
• Maintain cleanliness and hygiene in sheds, pens, and equipment.
• Train and mentor junior staff in stock handling and farm procedures
• Perform other duties as required.

• Self motivated, Strong work ethic, honest & reliable
• A strong commitment to animal welfare & biosecurity
• Good team member with good communication skills
• Agriculture experience
• Ability to follow instructions
• Driving license, operation of machinery/farm vehicles

• Qualification: Trade certificate or equivalent qualification
• Experience: Minimum 3 – 5 years' experience in a commercial piggery or livestock production.
• Strong understanding of pig breeding, farrowing, and animal welfare standards.
• Experience in handling and transporting pigs safely and efficiently.
• Familiarity with feed systems, piggery machinery, and troubleshooting equipment issues.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team in a hands-on farm environment.
• Good communication skills and record-keeping abilities.

• Full time 38 hours a week, plus fixed overtime, on a every second weekend roster

• Employment under the Pastoral Award 2022;

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