Company
The Farm is a medium sized dairy farm located in the Tararua district, an area with a long history of dairying being the origin of the Tararua Dairy Co brand of dairy products now owned by Goodman Fielder.
The farm is under new ownership and has a goal of balancing environmental sustainability, efficiency, and commercial outcomes in a farming model that is a net contributor to its community and stakeholders
The position is Farm Assistant and reports to the Farm Manager. Accommodation is available on the farm and is suitable for a single person.
Duties
The key duties include but are not limited to:
· Milking cows twice a day
· Feeding and shifting cows
· Collecting cows and calves
· Feeding and shifting calves
· Cleaning milking and feeding plant
Other duties that may be required from time to time are:
· Mending fences
· Spraying weeds
· Other farm maintenance tasks
· Drenching animals
· Tractor driving
· Other farm maintenance tasks
Qualifications and Experience
A love of being outdoors all year round in any weather is essential. Having respect for and feeling comfortable around animals is also essential.
A qualification showing interest and commitment to farming is required as is competency with numbers so that grazing plans can be understood and followed.
While practical experience would be of benefit, it is not essential as training and support will be provided on the job.