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Caretaker/Farm Labourer

Goulburn, Australia

Reference: 6816599

We are currently seeking a Caretaker/Farm Labourer at Aviagen's Wellington Breeder Farm Operation located near Bodangora NSW. This position will report to the on-site Maintenance Supervisor.

  • Full Time, Permanent role (includes immediate personal and annual leave accrual)
  • Monday to Friday
  • Hourly pay rate starting at $28.30

This role is about conducting site/grounds maintenance on the Wellington Breeder Farm site for aesthetic and biosecurity purposes and will include; the use of machinery (Tractor and slasher, Mower, Whipper Snipper etc.) spraying of weeds, rodent station servicing which are among a diverse range of tasks including general farm labouring.

We are looking for someone who has a sound knowledge and understanding of machinery and equipment, a good understanding of environmental management, health and safety and basic farming skills.

Essential:

  • Knowledge and understanding of machinery and equipment
  • Good understanding of environmental management
  • Skills in engineering and basic mechanical skills
  • Self-motivation and organisation
  • Ability to organise & carry out maintenance both individually and in conjunction with contractors.
  • Knowledge and understanding of Health & Safety
  • Effective communicator, verbal and written (reporting)
  • Good manual skills (at times can be a very physical job)
  • Proven affinity for safety, risk management and adherence to risk mitigation measures and compliance with health and safety policy and procedures.

Desirable :

  • Welder/ chainsaw certificate
  • Time Management Skills
  • Chemcert certificate or willingness to obtain one

Aviagen is the world's leading poultry breeding company. Aviagen Australia is an important part of this global organisation which has been built on generations of knowledge, expertise and passion. We are proud of our product and the way in which we deliver it.

The poultry breeding industry has very strict bio-security and animal welfare standards so applicants must also satisfy our Biosecurity requirements including having no contact with other chickens, pet birds, pigs, or intensive livestock operations. The quality of our stock depend on your strict adherence to these and other biosecurity procedures.

If you believe you are the right fit for our team and have the essential skills listed above, apply today!


Applications Close: 26 Oct 2025


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