2 farm jobs found in Methven

Dairy Farm Assistant.  Start date 14 December.  Permanent or Fixed Term (however must commit through for at least 3 months) 620 Friesian herd/ 46 aside Herringbone Shed. 100% irrigated. You will be one of four staff.      Job will include following duties:   milking 2x a day  stock yard work   animal health for young stock  setting breaks general farm duties Prefer applicant to have experience but can be taught if willing to learn.   be able to fit in with existing team able to ride a motorbike have your own car  be physically fit  ideally be able to drive a tractor (120hp-150hp)/ bale feeder Please only apply if already residing in NZ and eligible to work in NZ with a working holiday visa.  Do not apply if you want an employer to be Accredited (AEWV) as we do not hold that status .   We are within 15min drive to Ashburton or Methven.  Single person as accommodation is a 3 bedroom house which you will be sharing with one other staff...

We require a hard working, reliable and motivated Herd Manager to join our team. As sharemilkers we aim to foster a positive working environment with all team members encouraged to join in on farm discussions. Career development will be encouraged through on and off farm training. It is preferred the successful applicant will have some experience in NZ dairy farming, with great shed hygiene, the ability to detect mastitis and excellent animal husbandry skills. However, full training will be provided. The property milks 650 cows through a 50 bale rotary (in-shed feeding, ACR’s, auto teat spray and drafting) with Halter. The farm is 185ha and spray irrigated via centre pivot, a rotorainer and a small area of sprinklers. Effluent is applied via centre pivot. The farm is located in Winchmore, Mid Canterbury within 13mins to both Ashburton and Methven. You must be a NZ citizen, permanent resident or have a valid work visa and currently be in New Zealand to apply for this position....