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We require someone to join our team and assist us in our 2 farm operation. Farms are situated next to each other with  one being a 450 cow spring calving operation and the other a 250 cow autumn calving operation.  Duties will include milking, calf rearing, general farm duties, feeding out, fertiliser application.  Majority of time will be spent on 450 cow farm but will need to work on 250 cow farm too.  Successful applicant will need to work well with others as there are 3 other employees. 

We are looking for a dairy farm assistant for our dairy farm located in the waitaki valley, 10 minutes to Kurow and Duntroon, located 45 minutes from Oamaru. The farm milks 400 cows through a 54 bail rotary with in shed feeding and ACRs, irrigated via pivots, fixed grid and k-line. Day to day tasks and responsibilities include milk harvesting - ensuring production of high-quality milk, cleaning and maintaining the milking plant feeding the cows - follow instructions for setting up breaks. Assist with weed control.  moving and handling stock in a safe manner assist with the operation and management of the dairy effluent system You'll need to be physically fit and able to ride 2 wheel motorbikes Roster is 6 and 2. May be subject to change.  During calving roster may change and may include weekend work. Tractor experience would be advantageous along with some experience operating 2 and 4 wheelers on hills. 4 bedroom family home available....

We are looking for a dairy farm assistant for our dairy farm located in Duntroon, located 40 minutes from Oamaru. The farm milks 600 cows through a 40 aside herringbone with in shed feeding and ACRs, irrigated via pivots and k-line. Day to day tasks and responsibilities include milk harvesting - ensuring production of high-quality milk, cleaning and maintaining the milking plant feeding the cows - follow instructions for setting up breaks. Assist with weed control. Cows are wintered on the dairy farm, and you will be required to shift crop breaks over winter. moving and handling stock in a safe manner assist with the operation and management of the dairy effluent system You'll need to be physically fit and able to ride 2 wheel motorbikes Tractor driving experience would be advantageous Roster is 6 and 2. May be subject to change.  During calving roster may change and may include weekend work. 4 bedroom family home available on farm....

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Herd Manager to join our dairy farming operation in the Manawatu. Our farm is a well-run dairy operation with a strong focus on animal health, pasture management, milk quality and creating a positive working environment. We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys working with cows and has the ability to take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the herd. About the Farm Farm Size: 330 ha Herd Size: 940 cows Farm System: System 5 Calving: Spring calving Location: Manawatu, New Zealand Milking Facilities: 50 bale rotary and 30 aside herribone About the Role This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is ready to take the next step in their dairy farming career or an experienced Herd Manager looking for a new challenge. Your responsibilities will include: Managing the day-to-day health and...