ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Corstorphine teaching and research farm are seeking an enthusiastic casual staff member to join our team at Camden. Initially part time hours with view of full time hours for the right candidate.
This role performs tasks as directed by the Dairy Manager and Leading Hand at the Corstorphine Dairy. The tasks relate to the day-to-day operation of the farm for commercial, research and teaching activities of the University of Sydney.
The job holder will need to be available for weekend, early morning and public holiday work.
The University values courage and creativity; openness and engagement; inclusion and diversity; and respect and integrity. As such, we see the importance in recruiting talent aligned to these values in the pursuit of research excellence.

YOUR KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Tractor, implement, and machinery operation for silage and fodder production and improvement.
• Maintenance of farm equipment including basic repairs to farm machinery
• Hands on knowledge of rural fencing
• Committed to maintaining a clean and safe workspace for staff, students, visitors and animals
• Driving / Transport of animals / produce / feed
• hazard identification and reporting
• Other duties consistent with the classification as required by the supervisor