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We are seeking a motivated and reliable Dairy Farm Assistant to join our team on a 365-cow dairy farm in the Rotorua area, milking through a 36-aside Herringbone shed. Previous dairy farming experience is preferred but not essential. Training can be provided for the right person who is hardworking, willing to learn, and committed to maintaining high standards of animal care and farm operations. Your duties. Milking twice daily Shifting and feeding cows Calving and calf rearing Animal health monitoring and reporting sick cows to management Fence setup and maintenance Weed control Dairy shed cleaning and preparation General farm maintenance and seasonal farm duties Roster: Minimum 30 hours per week Maximum 40 hours per week During calving: 6 days on, 1 day off Standard roster: 12 days on, 2 days off Requirements: Provide a current and complete CV, or alternative evidence of previous employment Have a strong work ethic and good...

We require a calf rearer for the spring.  Ideally the applicant will be reliable, strong and able to work in all weathers.  The position could work around school hours, or twice a day, but is seven days a week, for a minimum of eight weeks, to get us through the busy period.   If interested relief milking could also be available over the entire season.   No experience required as full training will be provided.   You must be currently living in New Zealand and eligible to work in New Zealand to apply for this job.