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We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Dairy Farm Assistant to join our team. In this role, you will support the day-to-day running of the farm, including milking, animal care, feed management, and general farm duties. If you enjoy working outdoors, are physically fit, and have a positive attitude, we'd love to hear from you.

Dairy Farm Assistant

• A minimum of 30 hours per week is guaranteed.

• On-farm accommodation may be available, subject to availability. Housing may be shared. Pets are not permitted.

• Applicants must be able to reliably travel to the farm for rostered shifts. Candidates living outside a reasonable commuting distance should be willing to relocate if required.

Requirements

• Physically fit and capable of carrying out farm duties.

• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.

• Hold a current driver's licence.

• Must successfully pass a pre-employment drug test and have a clean criminal record.

• Previous dairy farming experience is not essential, but is an advantage.

Key Responsibilities

Feed and Pasture Management

• Assist with feed planning and daily feed management.

• Help maintain healthy pastures and crops through weed and pest control.

• Apply fertiliser and assist with irrigation activities where required.

Milking Operations

• Carry out milking duties while maintaining high standards of hygiene.

• Ensure milking equipment is cleaned and operated correctly to help achieve quality milk standards, including low somatic cell counts.

Effluent Management

• Operate and maintain the farm's effluent system in accordance with regional council regulations and company standards.

• Keep accurate effluent management records.

• Report and respond appropriately to any issues with the effluent system.

Animal Care

• Support the farm's animal health programme.

• Assist with calving, wintering, and calf rearing to promote healthy stock and minimise losses.

• Maintain accurate herd records.

• Promptly report any sick or injured animals to the Farm Manager.

Farm Operations

• Assist the Dairy Farm Manager with day-to-day farm operations and business objectives.

• Help coordinate repairs and maintenance of farm machinery, equipment, and infrastructure.

• Follow all company policies and farm procedures.

Health, Safety and Environment

• Comply with all health and safety policies and procedures.

• Wear the required personal protective equipment (PPE) at all times.

• Carry out duties in line with environmental best practice guidelines.

Work Eligibility
Please state your current eligibility to work in New Zealand, including whether you are a New Zealand citizen, resident, or hold a valid temporary work visa.