Job Description

730 Cows | 60-Bale Rotary Shed | Cup Removers & Auto Draft

We’re looking for a reliable and motivated person to join our friendly team as a Relief Milker. This is a fixed-term role from December until June as maternity cover, working in the shed to help us produce top quality milk in a safe, efficient, and animal-friendly way.

About the role:

• Milking 630 cows in a 60-bale rotary shed with cup removers & auto drafting

• Monitoring cows during milking for signs of illness or injury

• Maintaining shed hygiene and cleaning plant/yard after milking

• Recording and reporting animal health issues promptly

• Following all farm health & safety procedures

Hours:

• Monday to Friday afternoon, 2 - 5pm

• 15–20 hours per week

What we’re looking for:

• Positive, team-focused attitude

• Reliable and punctual

• Milking experience preferred

Location:

• Drive in role (no accommodation available)

• Farm is 10 minutes from Palmerston North city

We offer:

• Supportive team environment

• Good hourly rate (based on experience)

• Flexible, consistent part time work during the contract period

Farm Size (ha)

227 ha

Peak Herd Size (cows)

730

Typical On-farm Staff

5

Position Start Date

01/12/2026

Accommodation available

No

Hour Type

week

Average Hours Per week

15-20

Roster

Single rotation - 5 Days on / 2 days Off

Remuneration paid by

Hourly / Daily / Weekly / Monthly / Yearly