Herd Manager
About this job
Opportunity is based in Huntly Milking: Assists in efficient and hygienic milking routine. Follows procedure to produce high quality milk. Carries out simple milk harvesting tasks as directed, and is developing correct skills to milk. Animals: Assists in safe handling of animals, reports any health and welfare issues as per farm policy. Assists with moving and handling animals safely, and observes and reports on wellbeing of all classes of stock Feed: Controls weeds. Sets break fences and feeds out as directed. Assists with pasture and crop weed control, and is learning about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops. Machine, vehicles and technology: Safely uses and maintains vehicles on farm as directed by on farm policy. Must have at least 3 weeks dairy farming training Must be able to legally drive in NZ, and pass an MOJ check and pre-employment drug test. Must be able to drive a tractor, detect mastitis and treat lame cows.
Job Requirements
12 days on 2 days off at least level 2 relevant qualification
- Days of work
- 12 days on 2 days off (40 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- 29.66
- Job Category
- Livestock Farm Workers
- Career Level
- Trainee/apprentice (0 - 6 months)
- Driver Licence
- Full, (Class 1) - Car Licence
- Pre-employment drug test required
- Yes
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