2 contract milker jobs found

*We are not an accredited employer - please only apply if you have the right to work in New Zealand* We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Farm Assistant to join our ~330-cow dairy operation, working alongside the Contract Milker and other farm staff. We are looking for someone who is reliable, hardworking and keen to develop their skills and experience within the dairy industry. This would be an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build their knowledge and progress their career in dairy farming. Responsibilities Assist with day-to day activities involved with running the farm, including (but not limited to): Daily duties · Carrying out milkings · Operating the milking plant and equipment · Assisting with operating and monitoring the effluent system · Shifting and maintaining irrigation (K-lines) · Operating farm machinery as required Herd management · Assisting with good animal husbandry and monitoring...

The farm - Split calving 600 spring + 250 autumn - 50 bale rotary - Protrack drafting & feed - In-shed feeding - Allflex collars - 80% irrigated with pivot & K-line's - 600 cow feed pad - System 4-5 - Resolution Farming App used daily for communication, planning & recording The role This is a leadership role and you will be required to help manage a small team of people alongside the contract milker in the day to day running of the farm. Great people skills and communication are incredibly important! While there are many variables involved in farming, we hold high expectations for presentation, shed hygiene, animal welfare and targets such as SCC and production. You will need to be able to uphold these expectations and help implement and encourage this within the rest of the team. Machinery operation is a big part of the job as we utilise the use of a mixer wagon, telehandlers and tractors on a daily basis so confidence in machine...