BLACKFORD FARMING -RED SHED.
Due to a staff member moving overseas , an exciting opportunity has become available on our dairy farm, milking 1035 cows through a 60 bale fully automated rotary shed. Our non irrigated farm has modern facilities, machinery and equipment. We have a wintering barn to house 270 cows , Halter collars and automatic calf feeders. The successful candidate will join our vibrant team of 5 full time staff and work on a 6 on 2 off roster. 2 years Previous experience on a NZ dairy farm is essential, You must have a can do attitude and you must be honest and reliable , work well in a team but also work well alone and be a good communicator. We are a drug free and smoke free workplace. Drug testing may be required. A full NZ driving licence is required. We are situated 10 minutes from Methven between Mount Hutt and the Rakaia Gorge. 1 hour to Christchurch and 35 minutes to Ashburton. Our local service town Methven, boasts pubs, multiple cafe's, 2 supermarkets and 2 pre schools, 2 primary schools and 1 college, a medical centre and hot pools. There is a school bus at the farm gate. Primary ITO courses are encouraged. Remuneration package dependent on candidates experience. We are a fun and motivated team who work hard but play hard with farm social events on the calendar throughout the year.
You must have a NZ residence visa or open work visa to apply. You must currently live in NZ. Do not apply if you need An accredited employer.