Farm Milk Quality Specialist (Veterinarian)

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world . As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

Ready to help lift milk quality standards and influence the future of dairy? Here’s your chance.

How you will make contributions that matter

We are seeking a Veterinarian (Experience with on farm animals) or a Farm Milk Quality Specialist with strong dairy industry experience to join our team in a full‑time role based in Cobram, Kiewa, or Rochester. As a key member of our Farm Milk Quality Team, you will play a vital role in ensuring the responsible sourcing of milk across our supplier network.

In this role, you will partner with dairy farmers to provide expert guidance on mastitis management and milk quality, helping to strengthen farm performance and elevate standards across the region. You will also take ownership of implementing the Saputo Animal Welfare Policy and represent Saputo within the broader industry, advocating for best practice and contributing to continuous improvement across the Australian dairy sector.

Reporting to the Head of Milk Quality Assurance, your responsibilities will include:

• Develop and maintain exceptional relationships with farmers, Saputo Field Services, logistics partners, and manufacturing facilities.
• Lead and coach continuous improvement in milk quality performance through targeted initiatives.
• Investigate milk quality incidents and verify corrective actions.
• Ensure farms comply with regulatory standards in milk quality and food safety.
• Champion animal welfare and support sustainable agriculture practices.
• Provide insightful analysis and reporting to drive decision-making.

About You

• Veterinary Science degree (preferably), Animal Science qualification, or background in agriculture or sustainability. OR Experience installing dairies and working closely with farmers.
• Experience in quality assurance within agriculture, preferably dairy.
• Exceptional relationship-building skills and ability to navigate sensitive situations.
• Strong IT skills for data analysis and reporting.

We’ll support you with

• Competitive salary + car allowance
• Learning and development opportunities
• Employee Share Ownership Program

Click on Apply for this job to submit your application. For a confidential discussion, please contact Pratima on 0476 610 917.

Saputo Dairy Australia is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants require Australian working rights at the time of applying. We are a 2026 Circle Back Initiative employer and commit to responding to every applicant.

As a leading dairy processor in Australia, Saputo produces, markets, and distributes a variety of products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Devondale, Liddells, CHEER, Mersey Valley and Tasmanian Heritage. Our people bring these popular brands to life, while servicing our farming communities and through our AG Warehouse network.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.