Relief milker

$25.00 hourly

Job Description

We are looking for 3 relief milkers to support our Spring calving season for Dairy 3

Job description

Morning and afternoon milking.

  • Milking cows efficiently and hygienically (morning and afternoon shifts). Start times are 3:30am and 1.30pm daily.
  • Setting up and operating milking machinery
  • Cleaning and sanitizing the milking shed and equipment. Assists in efficient and hygienic milking routine. 
  • Monitoring animal health and reporting any issues
  • Following farm procedures and health & safety guidelines

Applicants must have one season experience (at least 3 months on a commercial New Zealand dairy farm)

Applicants must be able to pass a random drug test and have clear police history

Applicants must be physically fit

Applicants must be able for in-person interview

Applicants must provide updated cv and reference from previous employment

Farm Size (ha)

550

Peak Herd Size (cows)

1500

Typical On-farm Staff

5

Position Start Date

01/08/2026

Accommodation available

Shared accommodation No WIFI available on farm No smoking No pets will be allowed. 400 p fortnight

Hour Type

week

Average Hours Per week

50

Roster

Single rotation - 11 Days on / 3 days Off

Remuneration paid by

Hourly / Daily / Weekly / Monthly / Yearly