TECHNICAL OFFICER
DOUGLAS DALY
NT
This is a great opportunity for a person that wants a job that has endless variety. Situated between the Douglas and the iconic Daly Rivers, the Douglas Daly Research Farm is a mixed farming research and demonstration facility focusing on beef cattle production and improved pasture development and performance.
Job Type:
Contract
Remuneration:
Technical Officer 2 - Remuneration Package $70,917 - $80,398
Start:
Immediate Start
Expires:
6th Feb 2023
Job Description:
You’ll assist the Farm Manager in the daily farm activities of livestock handling, data collection and maintenance of farm facilities and equipment.
APPLICATIONS CLOSE 6th February 2023
Key Tasks, Duties & Responsibilities:
Key duties and responsibilities include (see job description for full list):
- Operation and maintenance of station machinery and equipment.
- Maintenance of station infrastructure including spraying, mowing, grounds and tree maintenance.
- Undertake day-to-day coordination of the Douglas Daly Research Farm livestock and data collection activities.
- Undertake accurate data recording activities and maintain farm records.
- Assist the Farm Manager to support extension activities such as field days and demonstrations.
- Assist in farm development activities including ground and infrastructure maintenance.
- Be familiar with and adhere to safe work practices and willing to work outside of standard hours when required.
Job Requirements:
Essential selection criteria includes (see job description for full list):
- An appropriate Qualification in Agriculture or a related field or considerable relevant experience.
- Experience with farm operations, livestock handling, data collection, storage and management.
- An understanding of animal husbandry and agricultural practices.
- A strong ability to handle cows and calves in a low stress manner and experience with assisted calving.
- Proven experience in grounds maintenance and the operation and maintenance of farm machinery.
Job Benefits:
Employment comes with an air-conditioned two-bedroom unit on site as you reside as part of a team on farm.
To find out more about the role, please contact Jamie Marschall, Farm Manager on 0408 629 401 or jamie.marschall@nt.gov.au | Quote vacancy number: 012913 | When applying please note:
Vacancy closing date: 6/02/2022
Applications should address the Selection Criteria listed in the Job Description documents.
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