Te Puke, Farm hand, Farm assistant Or Couple

Fixed Term, Permanent - Full Time Farm Assistant

Job Description

Current New Zealand residents only. No applications from overseas will be accepted.

Located 5km North of Te Puke. (Near Tauranga Mt Manganui and Papamoa) This position could also suit a couple as we are also seeking someone for a position over the busy calving mating period from July through to December. Successful applicants must be a New Zealand resident already. Be a part of our team of four to help milk in a modern 60 bail rotary cowshed. Drafting and treating cows is a breeze with pro-track. In shed meal feeding, automatic wash and dung buster yard scraper on high lift backing gate. We are seeking someone who has the experience and basic skills required to farm. Rostered sleep ins when all staff are present starting from 7am The ideal candidate will have: 1 to 3 years experience in farming, Punctual. Be physically fit. Have initiative. Honest. Able to work alone and in a team. Follow instructions. Competence with two wheel motorbikes, quads and basic tractor skills. Willing to learn with a genuine interest in dairy farming. You will be required to help with but not limited to, Twice daily milking, stock movements, animal health treatments, fencing, moving effluent irrigation, weeding, picking up calves, general farm work and maintenance. Applicants must have a valid drivers license, be drug free and have a clean police record. Must be willing to have pre-employment and random employment drug test. New Zealand residents only please.

Farm Size (ha)

210

Peak Herd Size (cows)

810

Typical On-farm Staff

4

Position Start Date

06/07/2024

Accommodation available

Three bedroom weather board house. (Smoke free) New Bathroom and Carpet. New double glazed windows in Bedrooms. All up to healthy homes standard. Fireplace Detached Double garage with power. Housing is run by a property manager.

Hour Type

week

Average Hours Per week

50

Roster

Single rotation - 12 Days on / 2 days Off

Remuneration paid by

By Negotiation