Description

Dairy farm positions for milker and calf rearer on progressive 600-cow West Coast dairy farm with modern facilities.

Responsibilities

• Daily milking operations in 54-bail rotary shed
• Animal health and welfare monitoring
• General farm duties and stock movement
• Plant wash and shed hygiene
• Tractor work and feeding out
• Feeding and caring for calves
• Monitoring calf health and wellbeing
• Maintaining calf sheds and feeding equipment

Requirements

• Previous dairy milking experience essential
• Good stock sense and animal handling skills
• Tractor experience highly advantageous
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Good English communication skills
• Full driver's licence preferred
• Legal right to work in New Zealand (AEWV not available)

Benefits

• Accommodation provided
• Excellent work-life balance
• Variety and development opportunities
• 8 days on / 2 off, 8 days on / 3 off roster