Farm Assistant
About this job
This Dairy Farm is located on the outskirts of Ngaruawahia. The successful person will be required to assist milking 520 cows through a 40-bale rotary. You will need to have had some experience on a dairy farm. Know how to milk cows and identify mastitis. You will need to be able to ride a quad and 2-wheeler. You must be motivated. This can be a tough farm to run. You need to be able to identify sick cows, treat and record. More importantly, you need to be able to get out of bed every morning and come to work. Your role includes but not limited to assisting with the day to day tasks which will include feeding, milk harvesting, animal health, effluent, and repairs and maintenance. Guaranteed minimum 30 hours Salary range between $25 & $27 per hour You must have a clear criminal record You must be drug free. Pre employment and random drug testing on farm. No pets You must live on farm due to the requirements of the job Must have a clean drivers license No smoking or vaping on farm.
Job Requirements
Must be able to pass a MOJ Must be able to pass a drug test Must be able to live on the farm(so accommodation available) Must have a restricted drivers licence and own transport Some diary experience is required and must know how to milk cows No smoking or vaping on the farm
- Days of work
- 12 days on 2 days off (50 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- $25.00 per hour
- Job Category
- Livestock Farm Workers
- Career Level
- Trainee/apprentice (0 - 6 months)
- Driver Licence
- Full, Restricted(Class 1) - Car Licence
- Pre-employment drug test required
- Yes
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