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About UsGWF is one of Australia and New Zealands largest food manufacturers employing around 6,000 people across 60 sites. GWFs product range is diverse and includes leading brands of breads, baked goods, smallgoods, flour, milled products and animal feed. GWFs business units include Tip Top, Don, Yumis, MAURI anz and Jasol.About the role & key responsibilitiesWe are currently seeking applications for an experienced and motivated Animal Care Lead Technician to join our team. Our Australian owned farm is continuously growing, therefore opening pathways for future opportunities. Our Lead Technicians report to the Site Leaders. This is a permanent fulltime role located in Girgarre, Victoria.Supervise a small team of Animal Care TechniciansPromote safety within the teamLead team talksComplete orientation and training of new Animal Care TechniciansLivestock CareTending to routine animal husbandryCleaning and maintaining accommodation pens, fittings and equipmentHandling and using chemicalsOperating machinery and equipmentCaring for the animals including providing feed and water stockCaring for sick or injured stock and maintaining herd health status at an acceptable levelLivestock Analysis, Research & AdviceMaintain standards of qualityInspect effectiveness of feed formulaeAssist in controlled breeding to develop improved livestock strainsArrange the supply of drugs, vaccines and other chemicalsAdvise on aspects of production processes and farming techniquesQualifications & ExperienceTo be successful within this role you will require a minimum of two years experience within a similar role in Piggery operations as well as experience with supervising a small team.Demonstrated experience in pig productionHigh level of understanding of herd health factorsCompetent knowledge of APIQ & welfare standardsStrong communication skillsApplicationsTo apply for this opportunity please submit your resume and/or cover letter by clicking on the Apply'' button.Preferred candidates may be shortlisted and placed on wait lists. You will be contacted if this is the case.Equal Employment Opportunity StatementAt DON and George Weston Foods, we are an equal opportunity employer. We embrace inclusion and diversity and celebrate what makes us unique. We are committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and the provision of a safe and healthy work environment. If you require more information or have questions, please email [email protected]. #J-18808-Ljbffr