On Farm Assist
About this job
A seasonal (August to May) work opportunity exists for a Farm Assistant in the Waimakariri area. Your role is responsible for the delivery of On Farm services which will include some or all of the following: • Assisting the customer with herd testing processes during milking, ensuring the Dairy Herd Testing standards are followed. • Undertaking a variety of animal services on farm (including tagging, DNA sampling, Herd audits, weighing etc) • Undertaking the duties of a Herd Test Technician (in a backup capacity) Full Driver Licence own transport essential
Job Requirements
Your Key Skills & Experience 1. Knowledge of the dairy industry and a strong empathy with farming. 2. Understanding of all MINDA recording systems 3. Time management skills 4. A good understanding of Health and Safety practices in the dairy industry 5. Current full drivers licence 6. Dairy farm milking practices Previous experience with a similar farming background is required. Training can be provided where an applicant meets most of the skills listed and has a good attitude to learning.. Full Class 1 Drivers licence and own reliable vehicle required. Remuneration paid for travel based on Km's from the time you leave home. clients to apply on website
On Farm Assist - Seasonal work across NZ - Expression of Interest - Livestock Improvement Corporation (LIC) https://careers.lic.co.nz/jobs/5819261-on-farm-assist-seasonal-work-across-nz-expression-of-interest
- Days of work
- Days and hours negotiated (30 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- $25.49
- Job Category
- Livestock Farm Workers
- Career Level
- Intermediate (2 - 4 years)
- Driver Licence
- Full, (Class 1) - Car Licence
- Pre-employment drug test required
- Yes
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