Dairy Cattle Farm Worker

Our farm in Ikamatua is seeking a great dairy farm worker; You will be assisting in efficient and hygienic milking, following procedure to produce high quality milk. Safe handling of animals, reporting any health and welfare issues as per farm policy. Moving and handling animals safely and observing and reporting on wellbeing of all classes of stock. Set break fences and feeds out as directed. Assist with pasture and crop weed control and learn about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops. Understand how dairy effluent systems operate and how effluent affects the on-farm environment and be aware of regional council requirements and their responsibilities to comply with these. Work well with others, building a strong team culture. Develop an understanding of what makes a good farm team, and how their actions affect the wider team. Safely use and maintain vehicles on farm as directed by on farm policy. Rotary Shed 54 bails. Single accommodation

Trainee / Apprentice (0-6 months); Must be able to work weekends, must be able to work early starts and in all weather, have a driver's license, successfully meet pre-employment testing and suitability; have a positive attitude, ride a motorbike and work well within a team and live on farm with no animals.