A dairy farm in the Gippsland region of Victoria, Australia is hiring dairy farm workers for milking and general herd duties. This is a full-time role with early starts and split shifts that follow the morning and afternoon milkings. You will work outdoors in all weather and around a large herd, on a property with good pasture and a modern shed, so this job suits fit, practical people who enjoy farm life, do not mind an early alarm, and take pride in healthy animals and a clean, well-run dairy.
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The farm pays the current Australian market rate of about AUD 26 to AUD 32 per hour, in line with the Horticulture and Pastoral award rates, with casual loadings and overtime on top where they apply. On-farm accommodation is often available. Workers who can run the shed on their own sit at the higher end, and visa sponsorship may be available for eligible overseas applicants, so this role can suit both local workers and skilled candidates seeking sponsored farm work.
Company Overview
The employer runs a well-established dairy farm with a sizable herd and a modern milking shed in Gippsland, one of Australia’s main dairy regions. It follows strong animal-welfare and environmental standards, and it takes real pride in healthy stock and well-kept land. The owners work alongside their staff and train new workers in milking, animal care, and machinery, so even beginners can learn the trade and build a long-term career in dairy. The herd is well looked after and the routine soon becomes second nature once you have learned the system. New workers are paired with an experienced hand through their first weeks, and the farm supports reliable people who want to grow into 2IC or herd manager roles, including help with visa sponsorship for the right overseas candidates.
Responsibilities
- Bring in the herd and milk cows twice a day in the shed.
- Clean and sanitise the milking plant and yards after each session.
- Check cow health daily and report any sick or injured animals.
- Feed stock and move them between paddocks as directed.
- Maintain fences, water troughs, and farm tracks.
- Operate quad bikes, tractors, and basic farm machinery safely.
- Help with calving and extra feeding during the busy season.
- Keep sheds, gear, and the wider farm clean and tidy.
- Follow all animal-welfare and workplace safety rules.
Qualifications and Requirements
- You stay fit for early starts, outdoor work, and physical daily tasks.
- You understand basic English instructions.
- You hold valid Australian work rights, or you qualify for employer visa sponsorship.
- You are comfortable working around large animals.
- Dairy or farm experience helps, but the owners train willing learners.
- A driver’s licence helps for farm vehicles and rural travel.
- You keep reliable attendance, including some weekends.
- You enjoy the outdoors and a hands-on rural lifestyle.
Benefits and Perks
- Award-based pay with casual loadings and overtime where they apply.
- On-farm accommodation often available, or a housing allowance.
- Hands-on training in milking and animal care.
- Use of farm vehicles and machinery during work.
- Protective and wet-weather gear provided.
- Visa sponsorship for eligible overseas applicants.
- Steady, year-round work with seasonal busy periods.
- Clear paths to 2IC and herd manager roles.
How to Apply
Send your updated CV to the employer through the official job listing. Mention any farm or animal experience, whether you drive, your visa or work-rights status, and your start date. The owners reply quickly to fit, willing workers who want to learn dairy farming, so let your enthusiasm and reliability show in your note. If you enjoy the outdoors, early mornings, and working with animals, this farm offers a steady role, a rural lifestyle, and a real future in the dairy industry, with visa support for the right overseas candidates.
