Seasonal Herd Tester - Taranaki – Casual|On-CallPublished: 25/11/2024Job Location: Taranaki/New Plymouth/New Zealand About CRVCRV is a pioneering, innovative herd improvement company that is leading the way in dairying in New Zealand. We are part of the Global CRV group with locations in Europe, North America, South America, Africa and Australia.As a business, our goal is to help dairy farmers achieve the healthiest and most efficient herd. We do this through collaborating with farmers and offering them the best genetic tools and information to achieve their farming goals.Innovation is key to our business, and we aim to proactively manage ongoing changing market demands by offering innovative solutions tailored to our customers' needs both in New Zealand and overseas.About the roleHerd testing is a critical part of our data capture service, which assists farmers with managing their herd, their genetics, and the profitability of their businesses. The data is also used as an integral part of CRV's genetic improvement programme.This is a casual/on-call seasonal role working through to May 2025 with training to start immediately. You'll be working alongside our farmer customers in the milking shed so early starts are all part of the fun. The role is mobile and primarily covers the Taranaki region, so you must be comfortable with travelling long distances, sometimes staying overnight if required.The hours are flexible to cover milking times and the role offers great variety in that you'll get to work with different people, in a different location every day.About youTo be successful in this role you will need:Some knowledge of dairy farming would be ideal but full on-job training is provided.The ability to develop strong working relationships with the farmers in your territory.The ability to carry out physical work and work flexible hours including early starts.To be able to stay away overnight if needed.The ability to work safely alongside cows in the milking shed.Good written and verbal communication skills and a sense of humour!A full driver's licence.CRV benefitsCRV is part of a global brand that is committed to improving the future of the dairy industry. This role offers competitive rates, a CRV vehicle and the benefit of working in a small close-knit team.Applicants for this position must be eligible to work in NZ.How to Apply:Fill out the application form below.Click green button - Apply Now - to submit application.If the green button says - Continue Application Next Page - please ensure you complete the form on the next screen to complete your application.Important:Double check your email is entered correctly.Application updates are sent from Chilli Factor recruitment software.Please check your inbox (and junkmail) for application updates.Recruitment team may text message your mobile number to update you on your job application.
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