Dairy Farm Assistant
About this job
An 188ha Atiamuri farm, milking 550 cows through a 44 aside herringbone shed, needs a Dairy Farm Assistant. Daily tasks such as running of the dairy, effluent management and feeding. Completes tasks with minimal supervision and can supervise and train other staff. Looks for opportunities to improve the business. Milking, Hygiene of farm, Recording/Reporting Diagnoses common ailments and treats accordingly in animals Feed: Implements best practice for pasture, crop and supplement management for optimal quality and utilisation. Environment: Understands regulations and management of nutrients, effluent and water and their most efficient use. Trains employees in simple skills. Developing communication and reporting skills. Machine, Vehicles and Technology: Safely uses and maintains vehicles on farm as directed by on farm policy.
Email your cv to maurice.pohatu001@msd.govt.nz if you would like to apply and quote this Job ID number
Job Requirements
Able to pass a pre-employment drug test and Police check You will have a positive attitude. Comfortable work with cattle and in ALL weather. Reasonable physical shape.
- Days of work
- 12 on 2 off. (55 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- $24.00 to $27.00
- Job Category
- Livestock Farm Workers
- Career Level
- Trainee/apprentice (0 - 6 months)
- Driver Licence
- Not Required
- Pre-employment drug test required
- Yes
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