Only apply if you are in New Zealand and available for interview.
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, 2 support blocks for wintering cows, and rear 400 replacements. Fully irrigated via 2 pivots and 3 rotorainer shifted daily and 20 ha sprinkler. Duties are but 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 per farm
policy. Assist with moving and handling animals safely and observe and report on the well-
being of all classes of stock.
Feed - Set break fences and feed out as directed. Assist with pasture and crop weed control
and learn about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops.
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 & W 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.
Provide drug tests and criminal justice reports on request.
Available to work on weekends and public holidays. Able to work early start and all weather.
Prefer 1 year of experience in the dairy industry, but not essential; training will be provided.
Qualification will be an advantage but not essential.
salary based on experiance
Accommodation available.
No pets.
Non smoker