Dairy Farm Assistant

2 weeks ago


Canterbury, New Zealand Synlait Full time

Synlait is the 21st Century Milk Nutrition Company. We’re shifting perceptions of sustainable dairy, people, and planet. We’re driving value through new thinking and a new attitude. We combine expert farming with state-of-the-art processing to produce a range of milk products for our global customers.

Our exceptional people see everything as an opportunity and are always striving to make more from milk. Right now, we are looking for a Dairy Farm Assistant to join one of our Synlait Dairy Farms.

This is a fantastic opportunity that allows you to work with an award-winning company. The farm is close to Christchurch, you will be closely supported by an operations manager and the wider Synlait team

You will assist the Farm Manager to achieve agreed production, sustainability and profitability targets from the herd and farm resources, participating in all farm management activities as required.

This farm is a 260ha irrigated dairy farm located near Dunsandel, peak milking 950 cows through a 50-bale rotary shed with ACR and ProTrak. The farm receives wastewater from the nearby Synlait Milk factory and works closely with the factory team.

This position includes shared accommodation in a 4 bedroom homestead house with electricity provided. There will be two people in the house permanently, with the possibility of others temporarily through calving or calf rearing periods.

As a Synlait employee you will receive subsidised healthcare, free flu vaccinations, subsidised social events, training, and development opportunities.

**Qualifications and Experience**
- At least 2 years experience working full time in any industry, Agricultural work experience preferred
- Full, clean drivers licence
- Developing leadership attributes
- Good verbal and written communication skills required
- Ability to manage own time efficiently and productively
- Displays a positive, ‘can do' attitude
- Has an affinity for animals
- A strong team member who enjoys being a part of a successful team

Things at Synlait move quickly, so energy and enthusiasm will stand you in good stead. If you enjoy working with great people, are versatile, and ready for a change, we would love to hear from you.


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