Farm Assistant

Waikato
Permanent
Full-time

26 days ago

Job Description We require a farm assistant looking to upskill and develop professionally within the industry. You will be passionate about a career in dairy farming, have a positive attitude and be able to follow directions well. Great communication skills are essential within this role. A minimum 1 year of experience in a similar role is required along with the ability to ride a two-wheeler and competently drive a tractor.
We offer a work/life balance roster of 4 days off in 14 (7 on/2 off and 3 on/2 off) with every second weekend off.
We are supportive of Primary ITO courses and have opportunities for further learning internally.
Opportunity for relief milking and calf rearing for partner if desired.
700 plus cross-bred farm. Located in Atiamuri. 50-bale rotary with ACRs, auto teat spray, Protrack & Cow Manager. System 3-4, feed pad and mixer wagon. High standards in animal health, health and safety and environmental sustainability.
We have a zero-tolerance drug policy and use both pre-employment and ongoing random drug testing.
You must be living in New Zealand to apply and currently hold the appropriate visa or residency for working within New Zealand.
We screen all applicants by phone; if you are selected for interview, we will let you know and seek to contact your references. No references will be contacted until we have spoken with you.

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