Candidates must meet one of the following criteria:At least 1 year of relevant experience; ORMinimum Level 2 (Certificate) relevant to Agriculture Industry - can substitute for the work experienceApplicants must have the following as per employer's requirement:Must be physically fitMust pass pre-employment drug testMust provide a CV and verifiable references of previous employment historyMust have right to work in NZ/be NZ resident/CitizenJob Description:Feed Production ManagementAssist with any feed planning or the management of as appropriateAssist to manage weeds and pests to maintain pasture and cropsApplying fertilizer and implementing irrigation requirementsEnsure the effective operation of all aspects of the milking process, including plant hygiene and somatic cell count, to maintain grade free standardsEffluentOperate and maintain the effluent system on your farm to all regional council compliance requirements and the employer's additional standardsMaintain all appropriate effluent management recordsKnow what to do when things go wrongAnimalsImplement animal health programme to maintain good healthAssist with calving, wintering, and the calf rearing programme to achieve minimal losses and ensure high quality replacements are available for the herdEnsure all herd records are maintainedReport any incidents of unwell animals to Farm ManagerBusinessWork with the Dairy Farm Manager to contribute to Farm Business PlanAssist to manage repairs and maintenance schedule for all plant, machinery, and infrastructureEnsure all relevant company policies are understood and adhered toHealth and SafetyComply with health and safety requirements and adhere to the policies and proceduresMeet the above requirement by wearing all personal protective equipment (PPE)Assist to work within best practice environmental guidelinesPlease provide us with information as to your eligibility to work in New Zealand – if you are on a temporary visa or if you are a New Zealand citizen/resident.
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