dairy farm worker

Area of Specialization

• Dairy cattle

Specific Skills

• Milk cows

Work Site Environment

• Wet/damp
• Noisy
• Odours
• Dusty

Transportation/Travel Information

• Own transportation

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

• Fast-paced environment
• Repetitive tasks
• Physically demanding
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination
• Ability to distinguish between colours
• Combination of sitting, standing, walking
• Standing for extended periods

Work Location Information

• Relocation costs not covered by employer

Specialized Livestock Workers Specific Skills

• Handling animals

Personal Suitability

• Effective interpersonal skills
• Team player
• Judgement
• Organized