Australian Dairy Farm Manager Roles - Expressions of Interest

Only candidates with full Australian working rights can be considered for our vacancies - New Zealand Citizens are encouraged to apply. 

About Aurora Dairies

Aurora Dairies is committed to a long-term investment in the Australian Dairy Industry and operates a portfolio of 57 dairy farms, 50 across south-eastern Australia, as well as 7 dairy farms in New Zealand.

Aurora relies on local expertise to operate and improve the productivity of its dairy farms by employing and developing great people, investing in technology, farm development strategies, and supporting infrastructure. Aurora’s operating culture prioritises the health and safety of its employees - inclusive of a strong work-life balance, animal welfare and seeks to positively contribute to the environment and communities in which Aurora operates.

Exciting Farm Manager Opportunities in Australia – Take Your Dairy Career to the Next Level!

Are you an experienced and passionate dairy farm manager looking for a fresh opportunity in one of the world’s most progressive dairy industries?

Aurora Dairies is seeking dairy professionals to express their interest in joining our operations for future farm management opportunities across South Australia, Tasmania and Victoria. With competitive salaries (including 12% superannuation) and a fantastic lifestyle, this is your chance to elevate your career and experience everything Australia has to offer!

What We Offer:

• Attractive salary package $100,000 - $150,000 NZD depending on experience and farm size, plus annual performance bonus plus 12% superannuation (KiwiSaver equivalent) with relocation assistance.
• Spacious family homes with a vehicle provided.
• Opportunities for family: Employment options available for your partner and family members at nearby farms, if required.
• Career growth: Our farms milk between 650 to 1,500 cows, there is opportunity for internal movement as your career progresses to manage larger operations. 
• Work-life balance: Enjoy a great lifestyle in Australia’s beautiful farming regions with plenty of outdoor and recreational activities on offer.

About the Farms:

Our farms are modern, progressive, and utilize the latest technology in dairy farming:

• Sizeable farms ranging from 200ha to 700ha.
• Technologically advanced dairy sheds with ACRs, auto teat spray, and herd management systems.
• Pasture-based farming systems, with supplementary grain feeding when required.
• Multiple calving patterns, including split calving on the mainland farms, ensuring year-round milk production.

As Farm Manager you will need to be a team player creating an environment where people can develop to help achieve desired outcomes. You will have well developed pasture management and animal husbandry skills and understand the demands of large scale dairy farming. Safety will be at the forefront of everything you do.

The desired skills and experience for this opportunity are:

You will be an energetic, and self-motivated individual with strong cattle and pasture management skills, who is keen to get stuck in and get the job done. You can work well on your own but equally works in very well amongst a team - we have regional groups and our Farm Managers meet regularly as a team for peer group meetings to share advice and support each other to achieve goals.

We’re looking for farm managers who have:

• Extensive dairy farming experience, ideally with previous leadership roles within corporate environments.
• Proven skills in managing large-scale operations, with a strong focus on animal welfare, efficiency, and productivity.
• A passion for innovation and continuous improvement.
• A commitment to a safe, sustainable, and high-quality farming practice.
• The desire to work in a new country, experience a different lifestyle, and make a lasting impact.

This is your chance to work with one of Australia’s leading dairy farming operations, enjoying an excellent work-life balance while continuing to develop your career.

Interested? Contact Michael Gliddon, our Talent Acquisition Lead, for a chat on [email protected] or click the link to apply now! Applications will stay on file for 12 months and we may reach out to you when we have suitable vacancies.

Please note, we may only make contact with you if your profile is suitable to the requirements of this position. Only candidates with full Australian working rights can be considered for our vacancies.