2 jobs found in Kimbolton, manawatū-whanganui region

CONTRACT MILKER – Organic Dairy Farm 290 cows | 105,000 kg MS | Kimbolton district An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced and motivated Contract Milker who is passionate about organic and sustainable dairying. This well-established organic dairy farm is in the Kimbolton district, just a few kilometres from Kimbolton village. The operation comprises a 130-hectare milking platform supported by approximately 60 hectares of adjoining non-milking land, milking 280 cows through a 26‑bale rotary cowshed. The Role The Contract Milker has overall responsibility for farm performance across the season, including: Full responsibility for employment and remuneration of all on‑farm staff. Day‑to‑day operational decision‑making to achieve production, animal health, and pasture targets. Reporting directly to the Farm Supervisor, who in turn reports to a farm Governance Team. You will hold primary accountability for herd health and...

Join our team for the upcoming calving season! We milk 440 Fresian cows on a well-structured property just Kimbolton, 20 minutes from Feilding. We pride ourselves on excellent animal welfare and highly organized, spacious calf rearing facilities. This role is crucial to the success of our next generation of dairy cows and beef bulls. The Role Position: Fixed-Term Calf Rearer Duration: 1st August - 15th October Hours: 30 hours/ week Key Responsibilities Feeding: Prepare and distribute milk, colostrum, and meal to replacement heifers and bull calves. Health Tracking: Monitor calf health daily, identify sickness early, and administer treatments. Hygiene: Clean and sanitize feeding equipment, pens, and bedding regularly. Animal Welfare: Ensure all calves are clean, warm, dry, and well-cared for. Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of treatments, births, and IDs. What We Offer Excellent...