Enthusiastic Dairy Farm Assistant
Agriculture & Primary Industry - Christchurch - City

A passionate Farm Assistant with 1+ years of experience is needed for a 300-cow farm in Reporoa.

 

About the Role

You'll report directly to the farm owners who love to teach and share their dairy knowledge. They have a beautiful 100-ha farm that is surrounded by mountains and has 300 dairy cows, offer a great working environment with a small, close-knit team.

You'll be responsible for helping with the day-to-day milking and herd feeding, as well as with some general farm work. You'll carry out milking and teat spraying, ensuring it's efficient and stress-free for the animals and ensuring only the finest quality milk is presented for collection.

An immediate start is available but our client is able to wait a few weeks for the right candidate. The roster you'll work is 9 on, 3 off, year-round.

  • Clean and maintain equipment and yards
  • Help identify and treat common animal health problems
  • Carry out milking and teat spraying
  • Perform general farm work as required

 

About You

You have at least one season of experience on a dairy farm and are able to work independently and milk by yourself. You're a hard worker keen to get stuck in and do what's needed to make this dairy farm run smoothly. Eager to learn, you pick up new skills quickly and are a hands-on person.

  • You can ride a 2-wheeler and drive a tractor
  • Confident and efficient in the milking shed
  • Full Class 1 driver's license essential

 

What's On Offer

  • Competitive base salary
  • Accommodation available: 4-bedroom, furnished home (non-shared)
  • Immediate start available
  • Further development and training

 

How to Apply

Send us your CV/resume and a contactable work reference.

Please note: Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.