6 calf rearing jobs found

Brightview Farms are on the lookout for 3 Calf Rearers and Tractor Drivers for our sheep, beef and Dairy  support blocks. Our farming operation is located in Western Southland, with the Dairy and Drystock/Support blocks located within 5 minutes of the Wairio/Nightcaps area.  The operation consists four support blocks, 10,000 su support farm (600ha of support blocks and are within a 10 minute radius of the dairy farms. The position will involve Calf rearing and, tractor work, with modern machinery (cultivation, sowing of crops, grass renewal) and stock work; breeding and fattening calves, heifers, bulls, sheep and winter grazing of dairy cattle. Previous calf rearing experience is preferred and will consider anyone that has operated heavy machinery  Key Responsibilities - Calf Rearer Calf Rearing feeding and nutrition, preparing and feeding colostrum, milk and/or milk replacer, ensuring a constant supply of fresh water, meal and hay Monitoring for signs of sickness...

Utilise your passion for calf rearing and animal welfare at Opepe Farming! The Opportunity We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Calf Rearer to join our team on a fixed-term contract from late July through to early December . This role is a key part of our calf rearing operation, where you will take responsibility for overseeing one of our three calf sheds , working alongside a supportive and experienced calf rearing team. You’ll play a vital role in ensuring the health, growth, and wellbeing of our young stock during the busy calving period. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who takes pride in animal care, thrives in a team environment, and enjoys working in a fast-paced farming operation. The Farm Opepe Farming is a progressive and diverse farming business located near Taupō, operating two dairy units alongside sheep and beef farming. We are currently transitioning to an organic farming system , placing a strong emphasis on animal...

PLEASE NOTE: WE ARE ACCREDITED EMPLOYERS, however at this time we will give preference to applicants eligible to work in NZ without requiring a work visa. We have an opportunity on offer for a farm assistant role in the Central Plateau of the North Island…. We would LOVE to employ a hard-working, kind-hearted person that is keen to learn the ropes of dairy farming and advance. ( Some prior experience is necessary) To be selected as a suitable person for this role, the candidate will need to:  have a great attitude & desire to learn, be honest, reliable, and forthright, have a reasonable level of “stock sense”, be punctual and organised, have some farming &/or animal husbandry experience,  be fit & healthy, ready to work & have some fun too! Job(s) will include: milk harvesting, calf rearing, shifting and sorting cattle (including young stock and bulls), pest & weed management (under supervision), animal health treatments & recording...

We are seeking a highly meticulous individual to assume the leadership role of Calf Rearer, supported by our existing farm personnel. This position entails the rearing of approximately 150 replacement heifer calves and 150 beef calves across two adjacent farms with twice-daily feeding responsibilities. The engagement is scheduled to commence on July 20th and conclude in October. The ideal work schedule for this role is a 6:1 rotation, including Sundays off. Additionally, there is an opportunity to undertake relief milking duties across both farms for the remainder of the season, should the candidate express interest. Please be advised that this is a drive-in position. Prospective candidates must possess a strong level of physical fitness, hold a valid New Zealand Working Visa, and currently reside within New Zealand.

Looking for a calf rearer to assist us over calving (1 July - 15 October). Will need to be confident and capable. Previous experience is preferred but the position can easily be learnt by someone willing. This position will involve rearing approximately 200 calves (milk, meal, hay and water) plus feeding bobbies. Will mostly be working autonomously, however there will be experienced staff nearby if help is needed. Could lead to more work on farm for the right person.

We are looking for someone to take the lead as a calf rearer, with assistance from our other farm staff. We will be rearing approximately 150 replacement heifer calves plus a few beef calves across two neighbouring farms. Position to start 13th July, for about 10 weeks.  Ideally a 6 : 1 position with Sundays off. There is also a possibility of taking on some relief milkings through the rest of the season if desired. Please note that this is a drive in position, or there could be potential for shared accomodation for a single person. Must be physically fit, have a NZ Working Visa and reside in NZ.