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Farm Hand 

• Operate all farm machinery and assets in line with safe work policies and procedures
• Provide general farm maintenance of plant, equipment and water infrastructure
• Full time, ongoing role based in Burnie

About the opportunity

The Tasmanian Institute of Agriculture (TIA) delivers premier research, development, extension and education programs with strong links to industry through its joint venture with the Tasmanian Government. TIA contributes to policy development, education, and the wider community. TIA works collaboratively to help develop prosperous, innovative and sustainable rural industries and communities through impact-focused education, research, development and extension initiatives. TIA administers and delivers undergraduate and postgraduate teaching programs.

The Farm Hand will carry out general duties of a dairy farm, including but not limited to milk harvesting operations, feed stock, assisting in calving and assisting in animal health issues. The Farm Hand will also operate a range of farm machinery and general maintenance of roadways, fences and machinery at the farm.

What you’ll do:

• Assist in the provision of general farm maintenance of plant and equipment, stockyards, fences and water infrastructure, as directed by farm manager/immediate supervisor.
• Undertake milk harvesting operations under minimal supervision.
• Assist in the caring for livestock including feeding, calving and dealing with animal health issues under minimal supervision.
• Operate all farm machinery and assets in an appropriate manner in line with prescribed safe work procedures and relevant WHS obligations.
• Report and identify any hazards or incidents occurring on the farm through the appropriate channels.
• Accurately record basic farm information and report to the Farm Manager/immediate supervisor in a timely manner.

What we’re looking for:

• Demonstrated experience and knowledge and/or ability to learn the provision of preventative plant and equipment maintenance within a farm environment in a manner which supports research activities and high level WHS expectations.
• Demonstrated capability of accurately reporting and acting upon maintenance requirements.
• Capacity to learn and perform milk harvesting and animal health activities.
• Demonstrated ability to work as an effective team member using clear, concise and respectful communication skills.
• In line with Safe Work Procedures, the ability to perform demanding physical activities, such as lifting, walking, and handling of materials associated with farm operations.
• A capacity to learn and train in the use and maintenance of farm plant and equipment in accordance with safe work practices.

Salary details

Appointment to this role will be at HEO 3 and will have a total remuneration package of up to $81,622 comprising base salary within the range of $62,972 to $69,762 plus 17% superannuation.

How to Apply

• This vacancy is being advertised internally only in the first instance to current staff.
• In submitting your application, you acknowledge you have/intend to discuss your interest in this vacancy with your current manager and understand they may need to be contacted confidentially by the hiring manager as part of the assessment of your application.
• To apply online, please provide your CV and 1-2-page cover letter outlining your interest in the role, skills, capabilities and experience.  You do not need to separately address the Success Profile Criteria.
• For further information about this position, please contact Karina Dambergs, Institute Coordinator - TIA, karina.dambergs@utas.edu.au.
• Please visit https://www.utas.edu.au/jobs/applying for our guide to applying and details on the recruitment process.
• Please refer to the attached Position Description Below for full details.

 Position Description - 500647 - Farm Hand.pdf

Applications close Sunday, 19 January 2024, 11.55pm

To be eligible for this position, you are required to have Australian citizenship, permanent residence or a current valid visa that allows you to fulfil the requirements of this role.