2 jobs found in Palmerston North

We are seeking a reliable, self-motivated Relief Milker to join our team and assist with milking operations on our 480-cow dairy farm, located 10 mins drive from Marton. This role is ideal for an experienced milker looking for flexible hours, weekend work, or someone wanting to pick up extra shifts during the dairy season. You will work closely with our permanent farm team to maintain high standards of milk quality, animal welfare, and shed hygiene. Key Responsibilities Milking Operations: Efficiently milk cows using our 36-bail herringbone system. Stock Management: Bring herds to and from the shed safely, demonstrating a calm approach and excellent stockmanship. Shed Hygiene: Perform standard plant and silo wash procedures post-milking, maintaining strict cleanliness standards. Animal Health: Monitor the herd for signs of mastitis or lameness, and strictly manage withheld milk protocols (penicillin/colostrum herds). Skills &...

Hello to all , after a milk harvester on our 30 aside hearingbone shed , 2 milkers per shift , location Maxwell/pakaraka  20km north of Wanganui and 20km south of Waverly, pay is per shift 88 per shift and milking times very between 1.5hr -3 hrs depending on time of year , no accommodation at this stage , cheers cam