Wakefield farms
We’re searching for a 2IC who can work independently and as part of a team. The system 3 Spring calving farm is a 160ha flat peat farm located in Taupiri. Starting 1,st June 2025.
This is a full-time position. We provide an onsite, modern, two-bedroom, lock-wood-style home (with double-glazed windows and insulation) and an attached carport. There is meat available. However, there is a strict no-dogs rule in the accommodation (enforced by the farm owner).
The successful candidate will be responsible for the following tasks:
- Milking 430 Friesian cows twice daily with sharemilker or relief milker through a 36-ashb shed. In-shed feeding will be required from July to May.
- Using Cow Manager and Protrack software.
- Feeding out.
- Weed management.
- Fencing.
- General maintenance.
- Effluent management (using a traveling irrigator).
- Spreading fertilizer.
- Break fencing.
- Assisting with spring calving from July to August.
- Overseeing the farm when the share milker is absent.
We operate a 12-on-2 off roster throughout the year, with a town day every Thursday and four weeks of annual leave.
We value the following qualities in a successful candidate:
Relief milkings can be available for partners if wanted
*We strictly enforce a no-drugs & no-smoking policy both on the farm and at the accommodation.*