Dairy Farm Assistant

This farm is located in Te Kauwhata. They are milking a herd of 500 cows in a 28 a side Rotary shed on 170 hectare property. Your duties will be the following • Ensure the effective operation of all aspects of the milking process, including plant hygiene and somatic cell count, to maintain grade free standards. • Assist with any feed planning or the management of as appropriate. • Implement animal health programme to maintain good health. • Assist with calving and the calf rearing programme to achieve minimal losses and ensure high quality replacements are available for the herd. • Ensure all herd records are maintained. • Assist to manage repairs and maintenance schedule for all plant, machinery and infrastructure. • Ensure all relevant company policies are understood and adhered to. • One bedroom, furnished, accommodation, including power and internet is provided with an agreed salary deduction of $10,400 to be deducted from salary, yearly, for rent.

Must be able to pass a drug test Must be able to pass a Police check. No criminal convictions Must have a minimum of a restricted drivers licence and own transport Must live on the farm and live in accommodation provided No pets Experience required (6 months - 2 years)