Mel Jenkins

  • Mark Jenkins
  • Tahuna
  • 08/05/2023
Casual, Contract, Fixed Term Relief Milker

Experience Summary

I'm 49 years of age, honest and reliable with reliable transport, fit with no health conditions or historical injuries and I do not smoke or vape nor do I have any criminal convictions. I have been diary farming most of my life starting on the family dairy farm in Putaruru milking up to 300 kiwi cross in a 54 bale rotary with ACR's, automatic teat sprayers, automatic drafting and MINDA. 

In my early twenties my brother and I became 50/50 share milkers with a staff of three and at thirty my wife and I purchased our own dairy farm in Pukeatua running 120 Friesians through an 18 aside herringbone with little to no automation and without staff. I ran the shed sole charge, my wife stepping in to help when she could.

Our farm was successful and a few years ago we were able to sell it and move to our lifestyle block in Tahuna. My age means I have little family commitments as our only child has recently graduated with a Law Degree from Auckland University and my wife confidently manages our 20 acres and 20 head of cattle on her own so my time is my own.

I have just recently completed a Pre Trade Electrical Certificate with WEINTEC with the intention of becoming an electrician but the Industry is not taking any new trainees for at least two months so I am looking for something short term to keep me busy until the industry picks up. 

The drive in position you have advertised is perfect for me as I live on Quine Road and I think I am only a ten minute drive away if your Fonterra Supply number is 72489. I have a copy of my drivers license and a Ministry of Justice Criminal History check available on request.

First name

Mark

Last name

Jenkins

Email Address

Available to start work

07/05/2025

Do you hold a current valid Driver Licence?

Yes, NZ licence

Are you eligible to work in NZ?

Yes, I am a NZ Citizen