Couples Role | 2IC & Calf Rearer/Relief Milker

We are looking for a couple who are both looking to work on farm next season. We are seeking a senior 2IC & a calf rearer/relief milker.

We peak milk 570 cows through a 36 ashb. We are a System 2. There are three people on farm at all times through calving and mating.

All other team members have been on the farm for at least two seasons and have great knowledge of the farm, cows and infrastructure.

We require an experienced 2IC who can capably cover the farm manager's time off who;

• Understands pasture management
• Has excellent animal health skills and can diagnose and treat cows and calves
• Has empathy for cows and calves
• Can drive a tractor with a bale feeder and maize wagon
• Can identify and fix water leaks and power issues
• Works well with others and is flexible about how the week looks
• Can confidently ride a two wheeler
• Can identify cycling cows for AI
• Can calve a cow if required and administer IV fluids
• Can keep accurate records when mothering cows and calves and administering medication
• Can communicate clearly and kindly with others
• Can complete planned and reactive maintenance on fences, tracks, bikes and equipment

We also require a calf rearer who can relief milk. We have minimal bobby calves, and about 500 of our calves are "keepers".

This person will be need to;

• Ensure all calves get good quality gold colostrum
• Teach all calves to drink from a feeder
• Ensure strict hygiene practices and protocols are followed
• Be proactive at identifying any slow drinkers or calves that are not thriving before this becomes an issue
• Diagnose and treat any health concerns in a timely manner
• Be confident enough to escalate any issues or concerns
• Can confidently and safely operate a quad bike with a trailer feeder

This role will take approximately 30 hours per week from mid July to mid October, then approximately 20 hours per week assisting with rearing 300+ beef cross calves at the drystock block next door.

There is also ongoing relief milking in addition to calf rearing available for this person.

We are located 25 minutes from Te Awamutu. The farm is in zone for Korakonui School and Te Awamutu College.

Please apply with a CV for both the 2IC and calf rearer/relief milker and include at least two recent references.

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted via email.

For health and safety reasons we do not allow children or dogs on farm.