Dairy Assistant with genuine interest in our cows
Agriculture & Primary Industry - Ashburton

Who we are

NZ Dairy Careers is based in Mid Canterbury. We are committed to retaining and developing people within the dairy industry. We pride ourselves on matching candidates with the right employer to develop skilled and motivated employees in the dairy industry.

We support all our candidates while on farm and provide mentoring, pastoral care and training and development opportunities. This close involvement with the employer and candidate guarantees favourable results and supports the long-term growth of New Zealand’s dairy industry.

What we need

We are currently seeking a Dairy Assistant who has a genuine interest and love of cows. This farm located close to Ashburton with a start date in July. Calving and milking 610 cows through a 44 bale rotary cowshed. Minimum hours 40 which will increase over calving and different season cycles.

Remuneration is by negotiation with single accommodation available.

Duties include milking, bringing in cows for milking, assisting with animal health, mating and calving. Setting up and taking down temporary electric fences, assisting with irrigation, weed control and general farm and machinery maintenance.

Experience is preferred although not essential.

Essential Requirements
• Current CV with 2 contactable work references
• Pass a drug test
• Current license
• Motorbike experience
• Reliable transport