Dairy Cattle Farm Worker

A fulltime permanent position has come available for a Dairy Farm Assistant. You will assist with any feed planning or the management of as appropriate. Further you will assist with management of weeds and pests. You will also apply fertilizer and implement irrigation requirements. You will ensure the effective operation of all aspects of the milking process, including plant hygiene and somatic cell count. You will also operate and maintain the effluent system on the farm to all Regional Council compliance requirements and the employer's additional standards. You will maintain all appropriate effluent management records, implement animal health programme. You will also assist with calving,wintering, and the calf rearing programme to achieve minimal losses and ensure high quality replacements are available for the herd. As well you will ensure all herd records are maintained. You will report any incidents of unwell animals and work with the Farm Manager to contribute to the Farm Business Plan. Other duties will be to assist to manage repairs and maintenance schedule for all plant, machinery and infrastructure.

Must pass a pre-employment drug test Must pass a Ministry of Justice Check Must be physically fit