We have a position available for Dairy Farm Assistant. The positions are based in Ryal Bush area in
Southland, New Zealand
This is full-time, permanent positions guaranteeing at least 30 hours of work per week, but you will
usually work between 30 to 40 hours per week. The pay rate is $25 per hour.
Farm Assistant is responsible for working closely with the contract milker/Assistant Manager/Herd
Manager to run the farm efficiently. His primary focus is on the day-to-day operations of the farm, aiming to maximize productivity and efficiency. He collaborates with the contract milker and other farm
management/staff.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Milking: Dairy Farm Assistant actively participates in milking operations (milking starts early as 4:30am
in the morning).
Equipment handling: Experience with riding 2-wheelers and 4-wheelers is essential.
Calving and Mating: Good experience in these areas is valuable.
Health Management: Identifying and treating mastitis and lameness in cows.
Fencing: Maintenance and repair of fences.
Effluent Irrigation: Managing waste disposal as per instructions.
QUALITIES AND SKILLS:
Ability to communicate effectively to a multi-cultural team and other management.
Applicant should be reliable, enthusiastic, honest, proactive and working. Be physically fit and can-do
attitude.
A Cover Letter & current CV with two work references is required.
The farm maintains a drug & smoke free environment. Candidate must go through drug test at
nearest medical centre. Pets & smoking is strongly prohibited. No criminal history.
PLEASE NOTE: ACCOMODATION IS SHARED at Farmhouse