The farm:
We are located 10 minutes from Kurow, 45 minutes from Oamaru and 1 hour from Timaru. We are situated in a very scenic area surrounded by mountains and border the Waitaki river. The total dairy platform is 327ha that is fully irrigated. The farm is semi self contained with an adjoining dairy unit and 762ha of support land of which 620ha are hill blocks. The cows are all wintered on farm.
Infrastructure includes a 60 bale Waikato dairy sheds with ACR, cell sense, auto teatspray, auto washes, auto drafting and in shed feeding (both PK and grain). The farm is irrigated by 5 pivots, 2 linears and the remainder in k line. Effluent is injected through the pivots.
Rostered time off: We operate a 9/3 roster over August and September and a 7/3, 8/3 roster for the remainder of the season.
Remuneration – A competitive salary will be offered and this can be negotiated depending on the skill level and experience of the applicant.
Training and professional development are encouraged and can be provided for the right person, along with support as required.
We have some established and proven systems on farm which should make for a smooth transition and then allow for the successful applicant to make their mark by adding to these.