SENIOR PIGGERY STOCKPERSON

• Visa 482 Employer Sponsorship Available for Outstanding Overseas Candidates.
• Opportunity to Work, Live and get PR in Australia
• Salary Package: minimum 70,000 AUD
• Location: Australia wide
• Work type: full-time

Job Brief: Senior Piggery Stockperson

Our Australian employer client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Piggery Stockperson to join their team in Australia. As a leader in the agricultural industry, our client pride themselves on providing high-quality products and services to their customers. They are looking for a dedicated and passionate individual who shares their values and has a strong background in pig farming.

Key Responsibilities:

- Oversee the daily operations of the piggery, including feeding, breeding, and health monitoring of the pigs

- Manage a team of stockpersons and provide guidance and training to ensure the highest level of animal welfare and production standards are met

- Maintain accurate records of herd performance, production, and inventory levels

- Monitor and maintain the cleanliness and safety of the piggery facilities

- Work closely with the farm manager to develop and implement herd management plans and strategies

- Conduct routine health checks and administer medications as needed

- Identify and address any issues or concerns with pig health or production

- Ensure compliance with all industry regulations and biosecurity protocols

- Communicate effectively with team members and management to ensure efficient and effective operations

- Monitor and manage inventory levels of feed, supplies, and equipment

- Assist with the planning and execution of herd movements and transportation

- Keep up-to-date with industry developments and implement best practices to improve herd performance and efficiency

Required Qualifications and Experience:

• Certificate in Pork Production, Agriculture, Animal Science, Animal Husbandry and/or higher relevant qualification
• At least 3 years of recent and relevant experience in a medium-to-large commercial pig farm

​Other Skills:

• Ability to work with a team and/or independently with less supervision
• Good communication skills
• With a good English test score is an advantage (minimum PTE score 36 or IELTS 5.0)
• Experience in Canada, Japan, Demark, USA and New Zealand is an advantage
• Must have a valid Driver's license
• Strong understanding of pig behavior, health, and nutrition
• Knowledge of industry regulations and biosecurity protocols
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Willingness to work flexible hours and weekends as needed

How to Apply:

If you think you have the above qualities, are looking for a new challenge, and believe you have what it takes to drive a team to succeed consistently, please forward your resume, along with a cover letter, by clicking on the apply button below. Alternatively, you may email your application letter with your resume to jobpr@dojolegal.com.au and quote "Job Reference #L4Y57X8V Position: Senior Piggery Stockperson" in the email subject.

About Dojo Legal Australia

Dojo Legal is an Australian Skilled Migration & Recruitment Consultancy boutique law firm that sources candidates for niche and specialist roles. We are also a registered Australian immigration lawyer firm that processes the Australian employer sponsored 482/494/186 visas.

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Job Reference: L4Y57X8V

Industry: Australian Pork Industry

Job title: Senior Piggery Stockperson