Milker/calf Rearer

PLEASE NOTE: Must have experience on a dairy or drystock farm and hold a current Working Holiday Visa

Bullet Points

• Milker & Calf Rearer 
• Modern 600-cow dairy farm on West Coast
• Accommodation provided & excellent work-life balance

 

Full Job Description
Looking for a lifestyle change? Join a progressive farm as a Milker/Calf Rearer 

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a progressive dairy farming operation. 

The team completes much of its own tractor work throughout the season, providing additional variety and development opportunities for those with machinery experience.

Details:

 

• Start Date: Mid July
• Pay Rate: $26-$27 per hour depending on experience
• Accommodation available

Milker Responsibilities:

 

• Daily milking operations in a 54-bail rotary shed
• Animal health and welfare monitoring
• General farm duties and stock movement
• Plant wash and shed hygiene
• Tractor work and feeding out (experience beneficial)
• Supporting pasture and irrigation management

Calf Rearer Responsibilities:

 

• Feeding and caring for calves
• Monitoring calf health and wellbeing
• Maintaining calf sheds and feeding equipment
• Recording treatments and calf performance
• Supporting animal welfare and hygiene standards
• Working closely with the farm team during calving

Requirements:

 

• Previous dairy milking experience essential
• Good stock sense and animal handling skills
• Tractor experience highly advantageous
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Good English communication skills
• Full driver's licence preferred
• Legal right to work in New Zealand (AEWV not available)