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Dairy Farm Assistant/Milker

Permanent - Full Time Farm Assistant Milk Harvester

Job Description

Full-Time Farm Assistant / Milker – Henley, Otago

We’re on the lookout for a reliable and motivated Farm Assistant / Milker to join our farm located in Henley,  5 minutes from Dunedin Airport. We milk 280 cows through a herringbone shed and operate on an 11-on, 3-off roster, with some flexibility around days off. A  three-bedroom house is available,  with a fireplace and two heat pumps. The school bus stop is 100m from the house.

What we’re looking for:

  • A keen eye for detail – especially when it comes to spotting mastitis or unwell animals. We also use Cowmanager eartags.
  • Willingness to follow and contribute to the smooth running of the shed, including routine tasks like putting water through, shed hygiene and cleaning up properly after milking.
  • Confident riding both 2-wheel and 4-wheel motorbikes.
  • Tractor and feed-out experience preferred.
  • A strong work ethic and reliability are essential.


Optional relief milking work for a partner can be arranged.

Unfortunately we are not accredited employers so please only apply if you are valid to work in NZ.

Farm Size (ha)

85

Peak Herd Size (cows)

280

Position Start Date

10/01/2027

Accommodation available

3 Bedroom house

Hour Type

season

Average Hours Per week

44

Roster

Single rotation - 11 Days on / 3 days Off

Remuneration paid by

By Negotiation
About Dairy Co Ltd

Dairy Farm located on the Taieri, approximately 5 minutes from Dunedin Airport. Herringbone shed milking 280 cows.

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