Calf rearing

$24.00 - $30.00 hourly

Job Description

Calf Rearer Wanted

We are looking for a reliable and motivated Calf Rearer to join our dairy farm team.

Our farm milks 1,000 cows on 315 hectares and rears approximately 240 replacement heifers each year. This role involves feeding and caring for calves, monitoring animal health, maintaining clean calf-rearing facilities, and helping ensure calves achieve excellent growth and welfare standards.

What we offer:

  • Flexible hours that can be discussed based on workload and availability.
  • Competitive pay based on experience and skills.
  • Previous calf-rearing or dairy farming experience is an advantage but not essential.
  • Accommodation may be available for the right person who wishes to stay on the farm while working.

We are looking for someone who is hardworking, dependable, has a good attitude, and enjoys working with animals.

If you are interested or would like more information, please get in touch. We would love to hear from you.

Farm Size (ha)

315

Peak Herd Size (cows)

1000

Typical On-farm Staff

5

Position Start Date

01/08/2026

Hour Type

week

Average Hours Per week

20

Roster

By negotiation

Remuneration paid by

By Negotiation