Farm Assistant

Huntly, Waikato
Permanent
Full-time

20 days ago

Job Description We are NOT accredited. Only apply if you are living in & currently eligible to work in New Zealand.We are looking for a permanent, full-time, motivated Farm Assistant to join our high-achieving team in the 24/25 season starting 1st June 2024.Located just 5 minutes off the motorway, 35 minutes to Hamilton and Pukekohe with local schools and supermarket only 10 minutes away in Te Kauwhata.Our dairy platform is mostly flat. We operate a modern, progressive system 4 farm. Milking 1200 friendly cows through a 64-bail rotary with ACR's, Protrack and Allflex collars. The team works a 6 on/2 off roster.You will assist with daily operational tasks including but not limited to;

Twice a day milking
Setting up the shed, vat washes, keeping the shed and dairy area clean and tidy
Moving stock in a calm and safe manner, using batt latches where possible to bring cows to the feedpad before milkings
Identifying animal health issues
Proactively reporting any health and safety hazards that may occur
Driving a 2-wheel motorbike

We offer a comfortable 3-bedroom home with a single garage and a heat pump.Training and support for ITO study provided to the right person.
If you're up for the challenge and want to be part of our team, we want to hear from you!Submit your CV including at least one work reference.Only apply if you are currently eligible to work in New Zealand.

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