Trainee in Dairy Production

The University of Tasmania acknowledges the Palawa/Pakana and Gadigal/Wangal people as the traditional custodians of the land, sea and waters of the areas upon which we live and work. We recognise their valuable contributions and deep connection to country and pay respect to Elders past and present.

• Launch your dairy career through a hands-on traineeship in a leading research facility
• Gain practical farming experience while supporting world-class agricultural research
• Full time, 3-year apprenticeship based at Elliot Research Farm, Burnie

About the opportunity

The Trainee will support the TDRF’s commercial production activities and will be exposed to all aspects of agriculture with a focus on general duties of a dairy farm such as milk harvesting operations, stock handling and feeding, calving and animal health issues. The Trainee will be part of a team that supports the day-to-day running and maintenance of the fa...