2 farm jobs found in Westport, west coast region

This is a drive in position, to cover days off - We’re looking for an experienced, capable person  This is a hands-on role with a bit of everything – full-time calf rearing through spring, plus relief milking and tractor work across the season to cover days off The setup: – 300 cow farm (38 aside herringbone) – relief milking, feeding calves, feeding out The role: – Relief milking to cover rostered days off – Feeding out and general farm jobs – Tractor work (cultivating, etc.) What we’re after: – Competent milker in herringbone sheds – Comfortable on tractors and general machinery – Good time management – able to plan your day and get through the work – Easy to work with, respectful, and good with people —Proven experience with calf rearing (confident running it solo)

The Dairy Calf Rearer will report to the Farm Manager as a member of the farm and production team. The key relationships you will have on-farm as a Dairy Calf Rearer will be with: • Dairy Farm Manager • Dairy farm team members including casuals • Health, safety and quality advisors Externally, your key relationships will be with: • Milk processing company staff • Farm maintenance contractors Health and Safety • Adhere to Pāmu’s Health and Safety policies and procedures at all times • Identify and report hazards/ danger, accidents, near misses, and property damage at work • Assist with the induction of new staff so that they are aware of company policies and how to do each task safely • Actively participate in activities associated with maintaining a safe and healthy workplace (e.g. training, intervening in unsafe practices, toolbox meetings, emergency preparedness) • Participate in all scheduled training and ensure current records of training are...