2 dairy assistant jobs found

We are looking for an assistant farm manager to join our team to assist in the day-to-day running of our dairy farm.  You will be required to; - Assist in daily management activities, supervise milking from paddock to farm dairy as required   - Ensure the dairy plant is kept to a very high hygiene and operating standard - Have a good understanding of animal health issues and a proactive approach to maintain a healthy herd including treating animal health problems  - Manage daily planning and staff management in the absence of the farm manager - Implement routine maintenance schedules  - Experience using a variety of farm machinery  - Identify and fix faults as needed - Meet environmental regulation through management of soil, nutrients, effluent, and water efficiently  The position is based just out of Edgecumbe, Bay of Plenty The position is full-time on a 160ha 450 friesian cow farm 32 a-side hearing bone shed....

We are seeking an honest and reliable senior dairy farm assistant to join our team.  Our beautiful farm is located 40 minutes from Tauranga crossing and 10 minutes from Ngongotaha town with great schools nearby.  Milking 650 cows peak through a 50 bail rotary with ACR's and in shed feeding. Team of 3 full time with additional staff over calving. This role requires: honest and reliable team member with good communication skills.  assistance with daily milking and daily farm operations. perform general farm duties, including milking, break fences, maintenance  of farm equipment. ensure cleanliness and order in the milking shed and around farm. be able to identify animal health issues. have good self management skills, work well in a team and alone.  operate farm machinery- 2 wheeler, quad bike and tractor Safely and efficiently  adhere to health and safety guidelines.  1 full season is required,  training will be provided.  This farm is drug free...