Dairy Cattle Farm Worker

Job ID 22774026
Otago, Balclutha
Full-time
Listed on 14 Apr 2025

About this job

Set up and run the dairy shed, assist with effluent management and the feeding of stock. implement efficient milking practices, maintain shed hygiene, solve milk quality issues and assist with the training new staff. be able to identify, treat and record animal health problems. Be competent in all aspects of calving and reproduction and identifying the animal health issues that arise during these times of the year. Assisting with treatment and prevention of cows relating to seasonal health issues. Assist in the feeding of pasture, crop and supplement to ensure that body condition, health and production are maintained. Driving tractors with implements for feeding out, mowing paddocks and shifting product. Riding quad bikes both with and without trailers and equipment.

Job Requirements

Set up and run the dairy shed, assist with effluent management and the feeding of stock. implement efficient milking practices, maintain shed hygiene, solve milk quality issues and assist with the training new staff. be able to identify, treat and record animal health problems. Be competent in all aspects of calving and reproduction and identifying the animal health issues that arise during these times of the year. Assisting with treatment and prevention of cows relating to seasonal health issues. Assist in the feeding of pasture, crop and supplement to ensure that body condition, health and production are maintained. Driving tractors with implements for feeding out, mowing paddocks and shifting product. Riding quad bikes both with and without trailers and equipment.

Days of work
As per roster (46 hours per week)
Pay Details
72,500
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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