Calf rearer

$26.00 - $30.00 hourly
Casual, Fixed Term Calf Rearer

Job Description

We are a 800 cow dairy farm located in Western Southland seeking 2 calf rearers to join our team of 4 on farm staff. Our farm will rear 160 heifer replacements, 120 will be fed on a JFC automatic calf machine and the other 40 along with beef calves will be feed on a 50 teat calfateria . You will be required to carry out the normal daily routine of sorting and feeding calves as well as maintaining a high level of cleanliness in all sheds and feeding equipment. 1 -2 seasons experience is preferred but not necessary basic background knowledge and understanding in farming is a must. Full training and safety around calves will be provided. Please note you must be living in New Zealand to be eligible for this roll. 

Farm Size (ha)

270

Peak Herd Size (cows)

800

Typical On-farm Staff

4

Position Start Date

01/08/2025

Accommodation available

Drive in position only

Hour Type

week

Average Hours Per week

35-40

Roster

By negotiation

Remuneration paid by

Hourly / Daily / Weekly / Monthly / Yearly