2 jobs found in Methven

Job will Involve. we have 480 cows to calved end of July to October 2026. After calving relief milking available for the right person. + Rearing approximately 120 heifer calves/45 beef calves and 10 bulls + Feeding bobby calves until 4 days old  + Tube feeding if newborn calves are not drinking from the feeding bottle  + Training calves for the feeders  + Identify any calves not drinking milk and feeding them  + Report any problem of calves and machinery  + Help for milking when other staff has day off  you should have WHV to start the job.  PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU DO NOT HAVE VISA TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND 

We have a well-paid 3-7 month contract starting ASAP for Calf Rearers (one doing calf rearing; one doing general farm work) based in the Oamaru area. Would be great if you have previous calf rearing experience! This role is on 650 and 550-cow farm, milking through both 40 AS Herringbone and 50 Bail Rotary sheds. Responsibilities include: Calf rearing, including feeding and caring for calves Identifying and alerting managers to sick cows Performing other general farm duties Milking after calving season Ideal candidates will have: Previous dairy farming experience (preferred) A good attitude, initiative, and a strong work ethic (mandatory) Some experience in dairy farming, large animal care, or agriculture/viticulture/horticulture Motorbike and quad driving skills (mandatory for some jobs, not all) Good English communication skills A valid driver’s license (international licenses good) and your own vehicle The...