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Calf Rearer / Relief Milker Location:   Colyton (10 minutes from Feilding), Manawatu About the Farm We are a progressive 530-cow dairy farm based in Colyton, just 10 minutes from Feilding. We run efficient systems with a strong focus on animal welfare, team culture, and getting the basics right during the busy calving period. The Role We are looking for a reliable and motivated person to join our team in a   Calf Rearer / Relief Milker   role. This position is ideal for someone wanting solid work through calving, with ongoing relief milking opportunities afterward. Key Dates & Work Structure Calving Period (20 July – 20 September): Primary role:   Calf rearing (Monday to Friday) Optional weekend work available (or cover will be arranged if preferred) Some   relief milking duties , mainly: Assisting with getting fresh cows through the shed Helping new heifers learn the milking routine Supporting the team during peak workload...

We're on the hunt for a motivated and reliable Calf Rearer to join our team from 20 July 2026 through to Mid/End September there can be further work for the rest of the season relief milking for the right person. We are located just 5 minutes from Palmerston North.  NO accommodation availabe We are NOT credited employers (New Zealand applicants only) Roster Can be flexible and also Hours somewhat flexable for the right canditate Previous years hours have been (these do fluctuate throughout calving) 5.00am - 8.30am  1.30pm - 2.30pm (Helping with colostrums) 3.30pm -5pm  We rear approximately 160 replacement heifer calves from birth through to weaning. This role could be a lead calf rearer or a junior calf rearer dependent on experience you will have support from experienced staff members.     Our calf system is straightforward and well set up: - All calves receive Gold colostrum as their first feed via tube feeding. (Including...

To rear healthy calves to weaning weights with a high standard of hygiene followed at all times.

Short-Term Calf Rearer Role We are looking for a Calf Rearer to join our team from 20 July . We calve approximately 560 cows , and the role will run from late July through to September/October. Key details: Approximately 6 hours per day during the peak calving period. Hours will reduce to around 4 hours per day from late August/September. Ability to work 7 days per week is required. Main duties include feeding and caring for calves, maintaining calf sheds, and monitoring calf health. At times, assistance will be needed to collect calves from paddocks . Previous calf-rearing experience is preferred, but a positive attitude, reliability, and a willingness to learn are essential.