2 farm assistant jobs found

Experienced Farm Assistant – 215 Cows (10 Mins from Invercargill) Location: Tisbury / Invercargill area (10 minutes east of town) Hours: Roster cycle of 4-on, 1-off / 6-on, 3-off Remuneration: $30 – $40 per hour (depending on experience) About the Role Join a high-performing, small-scale dairy farm milking 215 cows through a 24-aside herringbone shed. You will work directly alongside the hands-on owner-operators in a supportive environment. The shed is highly automated, featuring automatic yard wash, vat wash, plant wash, ACRs, and automatic teat spraying. Halter smart collars, no shifting electric fences! Key Responsibilities Milking & Quality: Efficient milking with a focus on high milk quality standards. Animal Health: Monitoring, treating, and keeping accurate health records. Stock Management: Safe animal handling and managing daily feeding regimes. Shed & Infrastructure: Maintaining shed hygiene, tracking records, weed...

FARM ASSISTANT & HERD MANAGER Falcon Trust Partnership | Balfour, Southland Due to a staff injury, we are seeking a reliable Farm Assistant and Herd Manager to join our team. Immediate start available. What we offer: Flexible placement options in a herringbone or rotary shed. Well-equipped sheds with ACRs, in-shed feeding and automatic teat spraying. Tidy housing supplied. 8-on, 2-off, 8-on, 3-off roster during the season and 6-on, 1-off during calving . What we are looking for: Good stock sense, quiet cow handling and a commitment to animal welfare. Ability to identify mastitis, lameness and other animal health concerns, report issues promptly and follow treatment instructions. Safe, confident operation of two-wheel farm motorbikes and quad bikes. Reliable milking routines, good shed hygiene and accurate record keeping. A positive attitude, good communication and pride in keeping the farm tidy....