Goat Farmer: OSCA 152932

Plans, organises, controls, coordinates and performs farming operations to breed and raise goats for fibre, milk, meat and breeding stock.

Skill level 1: Bachelor degree or higher, or at least 5 years of relevant experience

• Plans and coordinates the breeding and raising of goats for fibre, milk, meat and breeding stock
• Organises goat farming operations and routines, such as feeding, watering, herding, milking, shearing, and administration of vaccinations and medications
• Selects and purchases breeding stock and manages goat breeding programs
• Monitors and maintains the health, welfare and condition of goats, including by developing and overseeing strategies to manage biosecurity and other risks
• Directs and oversees general goat farming activities, including the provision and maintenance of infrastructure such as pens, fences, sheds and water supply systems
• Organises the sale, purchase and transportation of goats for meat and breeding purposes, and the sale of goat fibre or milk
• Maintains and evaluates records of goat farming activities, monitors market activity, and plans production accordingly
• Manages goat farm business capital, including budgeting, taxation, debt and loan management
• May select, train and supervise goat farm staff and contractors