3 jobs found in Culverden

Hi  we are looking for a fixed term Farm Assistant / Relief Milker. The peak milking cows 1130. Someone who love cows and like to work around them. key jobs.  milking . plant wash. getting cows for milking.  shed / yard wash. other basic stuff. some experience in nz dairy will be great but training can be given to right person. Note we are not accrediated employer . so can't help with visa. Thanks Ranvy

We are looking for a Farm Assistant We are based on the Kaikoura Flat, a short 5 minute drive from Kaikoura township. We milk 950 cows through a 60 bail rotary, with twice a day milking for most of the year. The milking shed has recent technology including, Protrack, ACR’s, automatic teat spray, SCC and milk monitoring capabilities. We are targeting a driven individual that wants to develop themselves, with support of our experienced farm management team. Key aspects- ·        All aspects of milk harvesting and cleaning in the shed ·        Able to use technology such as halter ·        Identifying sick or lame cows ·        Safe use of equipment such as tractor feed out wagons ·        Control of weeds and farm maintenance The role comes with a 5 and 2 roster, and a competitive salary. The ideal candidate will have some experience on a dairy farm in New Zealand. References required. If currently not able to work in New Zealand please do not apply

At Alpine Dairies these things are important to us: 'Nailing the basics' of dairy farming daily. We aspire to the highest results in milk quality and animal welfare. We take pride in every area of our farm and business. We make financially sound farming decisions.   Key farming skills our herd manager will need: Genuinely likes milking cows and dairy farming. Be skilled at reading pasture covers and residuals. Have sound literacy and numeracy skills. Be confident detecting mastitis and lameness. Be able to assist basic calving difficulties. Treat down cows, lame cows and common animal health concerns confidently. Operate a tractor and feed out wagon. Have skills in basic maintenance and permanent fencing. Keep accurate records. Be skilled at maintaining milk quality.   About you: We are looking for a herd manager who is… Is respectful and brings a positive attitude to work each day. Is reliable – makes choices to take care of yourself...