Dairy Farm Assistant
About this job
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team at a modern, thriving dairy farm in Northope, with a herd of 850 peak cows and a 70-bale rotary milking shed.
Key Responsibilities: *Milking cows *Feeding and caring for stock *Controlling weeds *Setting fences *Effluent and water management *Operating farm machinery
Applicant Requirements: *Strong mathematical and reading skills for counting, recording stock, and written reporting *Pass police check, no convictions *Full drivers licence *Ability to work as part of a team *A reliable and motivated work ethic * Minimum of six month experience in a similar role.
Additional Details: *Accommodation: Shared with other staff (no pets allowed) *No smoking policy on the farm *Work roster: 11 days on, 3 days off
For further information or to be referred to this position please visit our Employment Centre or contact Sara Newell on 029 200 9272 or email sara.newell001@msd.govt.nz
Job Requirements
*Strong mathematical and reading skills for counting, recording stock, and written reporting *Pass police check, no convictions *Full drivers licence *Ability to work as part of a team *A reliable and motivated work ethic *Minimum of six month experience in a similar role. *Non smoking policy
- Days of work
- 11 days on, 3 days off roster (48 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- $29.70ph
- Job Category
- Livestock Farm Workers
- Career Level
- Entry level (6 months - 2 years)
- Driver Licence
- Full, (Class 1) - Car Licence
- Pre-employment drug test required
- No
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