An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced 2IC on a family owned South Taranaki Dairy Farm.
Located 20 minutes from Hawera, this 180 effective ha dairy farm offers the successful applicant an exciting opportunity to add significant value to a family business with potential future opportunities available.
Currently milking 550 cows through a 40 a-side herringbone cowshed with feed pad and In-Shed feeding system. Seasonal herd operated in 2 split herds system. The farm is flat with good central races and fencing. A farm consultant and farm owners are all made available to the successful applicant.
Ideally we are looking for a skilled and highly motivated individual. We offer a warm three bedroom home in premium dairy country with necessary amenities and schools located in close proximity.
You need to be trustworthy and reliable, with respect for people and stock and able to make all necessary basic decisions with guidance from both the farm Manager and owner. We are looking for a positive commitment from the successful applicant with good opportunities for career progression.
Some key responsibilities for the 2IC are milking, dairy shed hygiene, feed allocation, identifying animal health concerns, calving assistance, heat detection, and general farm maintenance.
If you have relevant experience, a current driver licence and a quality employment history and you are dependable, fit and energetic, please email your CV and cover letter including references to support your application.
Remuneration according to experience and responsibilities.
Only applicants who are eligible to work and are currently residing in NZ will be considered.
Applications close on Sunday 26 April 2020
Due to current Covid-19 Lockdown preliminary interviews will take via telephone with final round interviews to be completed following Lockdown period if possible.