2 contract milking jobs found

Job Title: Herd Manager, 2IC – FIXED TERM (Calving Support)  Location: Dunsandel, 20 minuts to Rolleston, 35 minuts to Christchurch Contract Type: Fixed Term (Calving Season) Start Date: [July] End Date: [september] About the Role We are seeking an experienced Herd manager or (2IC) to join our dairy farm team on a fixed-term basis to support operations during the busy calving period. This is a hands-on role requiring strong leadership, excellent stockmanship, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure. You will work closely with the Farm Manager to ensure smooth day-to-day operations, with a strong focus on animal welfare, team coordination, and productivity during calving. We milk through 40 bail rotery ACR Protrac and Auto teat spray Key Responsibilities Assist the Farm Manager in daily farm operations Lead and support staff in milking routines and general farm duties Manage calving...

Temporary Dairy Farm Assistant Location: Darfield,  Fixed-Term (21 July 2026 to - end of September / Mid-October 2026)   Roster: 5 days on, 2 days off – Friday Saturdays off About the Role We are seeking a reliable, motivated, and hardworking Temporary Dairy Farm Assistant to join our team for the busy calving period. Our 1150-cow property is located just outside of Darfield. This is an efficient, high-performing farm utilizing modern infrastructure. You will work alongside an experienced, supportive team of 5 to maintain high standards of animal welfare and milk quality during this critical seasonal period.   Key Responsibilities Milking: Assist with efficient milking in our modern 60-bail rotary shed equipped with an ACRs In-shed Feeding, Protrack drafting system. Feeding: Manage and monitor the automated in-shed feeding system during milking routines.   Animal Health: Identify mastitis or lameness, draft stock using Protrack, and assist with...