dairy assistant

$68,000 - $75,000 yearly

Job Description

Due to promotion we are looking for a new staff member for the 2026/2027 season. We are located 5 mins from Rakaia,10 mins from Dunsandel and 15 min from Leeston.

We milk 1450 cows through a new 54 bail rotary shed with auto cup removers. Farm has pivot irrigation and klines.

The position would best suit someone with at least 3 months experience and has a understanding of the day to day workings of a dairy farm , but a good attitude and willingness to learn is priority.

The position includes milking, setting fences, rideing moterbikes and irrigation to name a few.

Farm Size (ha)

370

Peak Herd Size (cows)

1450

Typical On-farm Staff

5

Position Start Date

01/06/2026

Accommodation available

2 bedroom home

Hour Type

week

Average Hours Per week

45

Roster

Single rotation - 8 Days on / 2 days Off

Remuneration paid by

Total Package Value (e.g. Salary and/or benefits)

Remuneration if Total Package Value (e.g. Salary and/or benefits)

73000