3 jobs found in Dipton, southland region

We require an honest reliable farm assistant to join our team in Southland. 6 - 12 months experience preferred however a qualification relevant to agriculture may be accepted as a substitute for experience. Duties include but not limited to Milking: Assists with efficient and hygienic milking routine Animals: Assists in safe handling of animals, records, reports and treat, any health issue   Feed: Controls weeds. Sets break fences and feeds out as directed. Environment: Assists with nutrients, effluent and water management People: Works well with others, building a strong team culture Machinery Vehicles and Technology: Safely uses and maintains plant and farm vehicles. Pay rate is $27 - $30 per hour. Minimum of 30 hours per week guaranteed. Applicants must have a criminal free record and a current drivers licence. We have a strict health and safety policy and candidates may be subject to pre-employment and

We require an honest reliable Herd Manager to join our team in Southland. 2 years experience  or a qualification Level 4 or above  required . Understands and takes responsibility for daily tasks such as running of the dairy, effluent management and feeding. Completes tasks with minimal supervision and can supervise and train other staff. Looks for opportunities to work more effectively and efficiently to improve the business. Duties include but not limited to Milking: Manages an efficient and hygienic milking routine Animals: Manages safe handling of animals, records, reports and treat, any health issue   Feed: Controls weeds. Sets break fences and feeds out as directed. Environment: Assists with nutrients, effluent and water management People: Manages junior farm staff. Works well with others, building a strong team culture Machinery Vehicles and Technology: Safely uses and maintains plant and farm vehicles. Pay rate is $30 - $35 per hour....

Job Description  We are looking for a Farm Assistant to work on 143 hectares farm, milking 440 crossbreed cows under a System 2-3. This is a unique and efficient shed, milking the girls through a 36aside herringbone with ACR and auto teat spraying supported by a barn that holds 250 cows. We are looking for; -Someone that has a keen eye for feeding cows and looking after them as their own. -2+ year full time dairy farming experience and currently working in a dairy farm -A self-motivated person that is keen to learn, not afraid to ask questions and bring new ideas. -Organisation is a must, knowing how to prioritise is key in this farming operation as you will step up and take the reins in the farmers absence. -Tractor experience would be a great advantage, but they are always keen to teach -You must be physically fit -clean criminal records, and drug check to be considered before for the role starts. -The farm has plenty of maintenance and capital development projects on...