Dairy Farm Assistant – Tram Road Dairy

The Opportunity You'll join a supportive team and work in a learning and development environment where you can grow your skillset and gain valuable experience, all while maintaining a good work-life balance with our 6/2 roster.
A typical day usually includes milking, break fencing, assisting with feeding calves during calving season, spraying, and some tractor work when required.
The Farm Located 10 minutes south of Westport, close to the school bus stop and the location allows easy access to a wide range of recreational activities.
Tram is a unique dairy farm due to its undulating terrain and significant amount of QE2 and DOC reserves within its boundary.
900 Kiwi Cross Cows peak milk60 bail rotary with ACRs and Milk HubApprox 374ha eff and 300 ha bushRolling terrain with sandy soilAbout You You'll bring a positive attitude, willingness to learn and be able to work unsupervised.
You will also have:
Effective communication skills and a good sense of humourA willingness to learn and the ability to work unsupervised in a team environmentFirst class attitude to Health and Safety and Animal WelfareCurrent NZ driver's licenseNew people to farming are welcome to apply.
Benefits We offer a competitive remuneration package including salary, health and life insurance.
This role comes with a 2-bedroom house; the school bus route is at the end of the driveway. There are recreational activities galore, both inside and outside the farm boundary.
Apply Now Applications close Tuesday 17 December 2024. We'll be contacting applicants throughout the advertising period so don't wait to put your application through.
For more details about the role, please phone Jack Raharuhi – Business Manager on 027 838 7295.

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