Motivated; reliable Farm Assistant required for a HALTER farm milking 1800 cows through a 80 bale rotary. No more getting cows in and no more standards and reels
We are looking for our next superstar to join our team. You must have a can-do attitude and be a great team player as team environment is everything to us.
Location: 15 minutes east of Ashburton
Your duties will include but not restricted too:
Milking - Milking, cleaning milking shed, plant & vat and monitoring milk quality
Animals - Assist in safe handling of animals, observe and report any health and welfare issues as per farm policy. Observe and report on wellbeing of all classes of stock.
Feed - Assist with weed control and gain an understanding about feed allocations and health issues associated with different feed types.
Environment - Understand how dairy effluent systems operate and how effluent affects the on-farm environment and be aware of regional council requirements and their responsibilities to comply with these.
People - You must adhere to the farm H, S & W policy. Identify hazards, understands safety procedures, and demonstrates safe on-farm work practices. be able to work well in a team and be a good team player.
Machine - Operate in a safe and respectful manor. Conduct routine maintenance checks as per on farm policy.
We are an award winning couple who have supported previous employees into contract milking roles.
Preferences given to candidates with:
> Positive can do attitude
> Enjoys milking cows
> Can work as a team
> Experience using a plate meter
> Can ride a two wheeler
> Can treat lame cows
> Can identity mastitis
Applicants must apply with a CV and references including current employer. Shortlisted applicants will be contacted
Minimum of 30 hours a week guaranteed