Job Description

We are seeking an honest and hard-working farm assistant to join our team. You will be part of
4 staff team and report to the farm manager.

Milk 800 cows. 40-bail rotary, ACR, and auto teat spray. Fully irrigated.

Duties are not limited to:

Milking - Assist in an efficient and hygienic milking routine. Follow the procedure to produce
high-quality milk.

Animals - Assist in safely handling animals and report any health and welfare issues as per farmpolicy. Assist with moving and handling animals safely and observe and report on the well-
being of all classes of stock.

Feed - Set break fences. Assist with pasture and crop weed control.
Environment - Understand how dairy effluent systems operate and how effluent affects the on-
farm environment and be aware of regional council requirements and their responsibilities to
comply with these.

People - Work well with others, building a strong team culture. Develop an understanding of
what makes a good farm team, and how their actions affect the wider team.

Machine, vehicles, and technology - Safely use and maintain vehicles on the farm as directed
by on-farm policy. Learn about the farm irrigation system, and assist with identifying irrigation
problems and making repairs, as directed.

Health, safety, and wellbeing - Build a health, safety, and wellbeing culture and adhere to the
farm H, S policy. Identify hazards, understand safety procedures, and demonstrate safe
on-farm work practices.

Must have a Driving Licence and know how to ride a two-wheeler bike. You will also drive on
The road as our one runoff block is close to the farm, with a 2-minute drive.

No pets.
Non-smoking policy.

Farm Size (ha)

205

Peak Herd Size (cows)

800

Typical On-farm Staff

4

Position Start Date

15/10/2026

Accommodation available

Accomodation available

Hour Type

negotiable

Average Hours Per week

45

Roster

Single rotation - 6 Days on / 2 days Off

Remuneration paid by

Hourly / Daily / Weekly / Monthly / Yearly

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

$60000