Casual Calf Rearers

Casual Other

Job Description

CALF REARER  – DRIVE IN POSITION

 

Grasslands are going into their third season in the Waikato and have dairy farms in Tokoroa approximately 20 minutes from the Tokoroa township.

The farms average 1000 cows and we have two calf rearing positions on these farms for approximately 8 weeks for experienced calf rearers.  This would be from mid-July to approximately the end of September.

The farms have excellent calf rearing facilities and are well equipped for the numbers of calves that are reared in them.

We are looking for 2 experienced and motivated calf rearers with patience and an understanding and respect for animal welfare which is of paramount importance to the Grasslands organization.

This position would ideally suit applicants who have experience in rearing large numbers of calves, be physically fit and have excellent time management skills.

We would love to hear from you if this sounds like what you are looking for and we offer a competitive hourly rate based on experience.

Please note:  All applicants must have the right to work in NZ and must be currently living here.

Farm Size (ha)

330ha

Peak Herd Size (cows)

1100

Typical On-farm Staff

5

Position Start Date

20/07/2025

Accommodation available

Drive in position - no accomodation available

Hour Type

negotiable

Average Hours Per week

40 +

Roster

By negotiation

Remuneration paid by

By Negotiation