Dairy Farm Assistant
About this job
Milking: Assists in efficient and hygienic milking routine. Follows procedure to produce high quality milk. Carries out simple milk harvesting tasks as directed, and is developing correct skills to milk. Animals: Assists in safe handling of animals, reports any health and welfare issues as per farm policy. Assists with moving and handling animals safely, and observes and reports on wellbeing of all classes of stock Feed: Controls weeds. Sets break fences and feeds out as directed. Assists with pasture and crop weed control, and is learning about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops. Machine, vehicles and technology: Safely uses and maintains vehicles on farm as directed by on farm policy
Job Requirements
Must be able to drive a tractor Must be able to detect mastitis and treat lame cows Must have at least 3 weeks training in dairy and at least a level 2 relevant qualification. This role is based across 2 farms, in Moutoa and Opiki
- Days of work
- 11 on 3 off roster (40 hours per week)
- Pay Details
- 26.85
- 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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