Farm Assistant

Permanent - Full Time Farm Assistant

Job Description

We have farm assistant position available . We are looking for a motivated Dairy Assistant who is keen to learn and progress in the industry. You will have strong work ethic. You can drive motorcycle and quad, Basic tractor skills would be advantage. We are milking 700 cross breed cows through herringbone shed . We run a system 3 with three herds and feed pad.The farm is located 15 minutes from Morrinsville and 30 minutes from Cambridge. 

PLEASE NOTE: - As part of our Company health and safety policy we do undertake routine

drug testing - A full clean drivers licence is essential -Do not be offended if we ask for a NZ

Police report. This is a process we undertake as part of our onboarding process.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

MILKING: Manages milk harvesting to optimise quality, efficiency and yield, monitoring

milk dockets to help troubleshoot issues.

ANIMALS Implements and monitors the animal health plan, and records and reports on this.

Diagnoses and treats all animal health issues and demonstrates best practice in the areas of

animal handling, health and welfare. Supports and trains junior staff in their development.

FEED Monitors pasture covers, feed intakes and cow condition, and discusses appropriate

management with senior staff.

PEOPLE Work well with others, building a strong team culture. Mentors junior staff.

MACHINERY, VEHICLES AND TECHNOLOGY Safely uses and maintains vehicles on

farm, as directed by on farm policy

HEALTH, SAFETY, AND WELLBEING Involvement in building a health, safety, and well

being culture and helps train and models this to junior staff.

Farm Size (ha)

220

Peak Herd Size (cows)

700

Typical On-farm Staff

4

Position Start Date

15/06/2025

Accommodation available

Please note that shared accommodation available with two young Indian guys. Strictly NO PETS and NO SMOKING on farm.

Hour Type

week

Average Hours Per week

Min 30 hours per week. Max 44 hours per week. Any additional hours will be paid as overtime

Roster

Single rotation - 12 Days on / 2 days Off

Remuneration paid by

Total Package Value (e.g. Salary and/or benefits)

Remuneration if Total Package Value (e.g. Salary and/or benefits)

$62000 -$70000