We are looking for a full time Dairy Farm Assistant who is hardworking, reliable and trustworthy to join our team in Matawai, Gisborne District.
We are currently milking 1,100 cows on a low input system through an automated 54 bail rotary shed with an in-shed grain feeder.
We require someone with at least 2yrs dairy experience, who is an effective communicator and has the ability to work in a team as well as individually. We also require good stockman ship and animal husbandry practice at all times. Someone who can follow instructions and safety protocols and is willing to learn and apply new skills.
The successful applicants duties will include assisting with; the operation of the dairy shed, milking cows, treating lame or sick cows, keeping records, feeding supplements, stock movement, operating effluent systems, calf rearing and record keeping, applying fertilizer and all farm maintenance tasks such as fencing, weed control, water systems and dairy shed and plant maintenance etc
Our farm is alcohol and drug free. Please include CV with application and two recent references.