Takutai, a beautifully maintained dairy farm located right by the ocean's edge, 25 minutes southeast of Ashburton, 10 minutes from Hinds, is seeking an enthusiastic and driven individual who is passionate about the dairy industry and strives for success every day.Some tasks and responsibilities of the job include:Assisting in efficient and hygienic milking routine.Carries out simple milk harvesting tasks as directed from FarmRight regulations and follows instructions given to them from the Farm Manager.Reports on time to rostered shift / milking.Consistently milking cows and handling equipment to high standards.Consistently setting up / washing down shed to a high standard.Stock / Animal Welfare:Assisting with moving animals safely and handling them with care.Ensure the animals are being given the Five Freedoms.Use good stock sense when working with animals.Identify any poor health conditions of animals and report these to the Manager.Treating all animals with respect.Pasture / Feeding:Assisting with pasture and crops maintenance, learning about feed allocations and different crop dangers / requirements.Setting up break fences as required and instructed.Communicate pasture conditions with the wider on-farm team.Assist with feeding out to stock when required and instructed.Compliance:Assisting and abiding by all FarmRight's compliance regulations as set by the organisation and monitored by the Farm Manager.Considers and is mindful of all levels of compliance on farm.Abides to and follows all Health and Safety protocols and requirements on all levels while on any FarmRight operated farms.Maintains a good level of self-awareness and understands environmental changes and their implications when working day to day.The qualities expected of the person in this role include:AdaptabilityGood Communication SkillsGood Time ManagementAbility to follow directionPositive attitudeActive participation as a member of the teamTo apply:Send your CV through to ****** or call Caz Kenyon (Farm Manager) directly for more information on this role and if it would be the perfect fit for you at 027 256 9739.
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