3 calf rearing jobs found in Remote, waikato region

Utilise your passion for calf rearing and animal welfare at Opepe Farming! The Opportunity We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Calf Rearer to join our team on a fixed-term contract from late July through to early December . This role is a key part of our calf rearing operation, where you will take responsibility for overseeing one of our three calf sheds , working alongside a supportive and experienced calf rearing team. You’ll play a vital role in ensuring the health, growth, and wellbeing of our young stock during the busy calving period. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who takes pride in animal care, thrives in a team environment, and enjoys working in a fast-paced farming operation. The Farm Opepe Farming is a progressive and diverse farming business located near Taupō, operating two dairy units alongside sheep and beef farming. We are currently transitioning to an organic farming system , placing a strong emphasis on animal...

We are looking for a Dairy Farm Assistant to work on a 440-cow farm in Huntly west, milking through a 34cups HB shed. While previous experience is preferred, it is not required for this role. You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested and developing including: Milking twice a day shifting cows and feeding  fencing, weed control calving, calf rearing shed cleaning and setup identifying and alerting managers to sick cows setting fences operating farm machinery and other general farm duties. Candidates are required to provide good related references.  To be considered you must: provide a CV which is current, correct and complete or alternative evidence of work . be a solid worker and with good character (where possible, we will do a criminal check) be physically fit be able to pass a pre-employment drug test have at least a restricted driver licence

We are looking for someone to take the lead as a calf rearer, with assistance from our other farm staff. We will be rearing approximately 150 replacement heifer calves plus a few beef calves across two neighbouring farms. Position to start 13th July, for about 10 weeks.  Ideally a 6 : 1 position with Sundays off. There is also a possibility of taking on some relief milkings through the rest of the season if desired. Please note that this is a drive in position, or there could be potential for shared accomodation for a single person. Must be physically fit, have a NZ Working Visa and reside in NZ.