Dairy Farm Assistant Required
Agriculture & Primary Industry - Ashburton

We are seeking a motivated, honest and reliable dairy assistant to join their friendly team for the rest of the season.

We are looking for a person who has a desire to progress in the dairy industry. Experience is preferred although not essential.

Together with our client, we will support you in your career development and training, including on farm training and off farm formal training.

The farm is 300 ha block in the Ashburton area. They milk 880 cows through a 54 bale rotary cowshed. Average hours is 45/week and roster is 7,2  7,2  7,3 Remuneration is by negotiation.

The farm is a drug and smoke free environment, and we may undertake random drug testing from time to time. The applicant must have no criminal convictions.

Single accommodation is available.

Driver’s licence and own vehicle is required. Motorbike and tractor experience is preferred.

The dairy assistant position involves milking, bringing in cows for milking, assisting with animal health, mating and calving. Also setting up and taking down temporary electric fences, completing general maintenance, assisting with irrigation, weed control and other duties as directed.

If this opportunity sounds like you, do not hesitate, apply online today!