Milking: Assists in efficient and hygienic milking routine.
Follows procedure to produce high quality milk.
Carries out simple milk harvesting tasks as directed, and is developing correct skills to milk.
Animals: Assists in safe handling of animals, reports any health and welfare issues as per farm policy.
Assists with moving and handling animals safely, and observes and reports on wellbeing of all classes of stock
Feed: Controls weeds.
Sets break fences and feeds out as directed.
Assists with pasture and crop weed control, and is learning about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops.
Machine, vehicles and technology: Safely uses and maintains vehicles on farm as directed by on farm policy
People: Works well with others, building a strong team culture.
Is aware of the opportunities available to them in their personal and career goals, and is beginning to look for opportunities to move to the next level in their career.
Health, safety and wellbeing: Involved in building a health, safety and wellbeing culture.
Models farms H, S & W policy.
Must be able to drive a tractor and legally drive in NZ
Must be able to detect mastitis and treat lame cows
Shared accommodation is available
6 on 1 off and 11 on 3 off roster
$50 -60,000 annual salary, depending on experience