Dairy Farm Assistant
7 months ago
Our client from Canterbury is seeking for a dedicated and responsible individual to join our team as a Dairy Farm Assistant.
**Key Responsibilities**:
- **Livestock Health and Welfare**:
- Patrol, inspect, and report on the condition of livestock to ensure their well-being.
- Provide feed, and water, and implement feeding and welfare programs for livestock.
- Assist with birthing and rearing of young livestock as needed.
- **Pasture and Crop Management**:
- Assist in establishing pastures and crops for livestock production.
- **Livestock Handling**:
- Herd and drive livestock for feeding, milking, and other farming operations.
- Wash, clean udders, and sterilize milking machines to maintain hygiene.
- **Farm Maintenance**:
- Erect and repair fences, maintain and clean livestock housing, and other infrastructure.
- Operate and maintain farm machinery, water supply, and irrigation systems.
- **Data Collection and Technology**:
- Operate data collection and farm technology systems as required.
- **Feed Preparation**:
- Assemble, prepare, and store livestock feed according to feeding schedules.
**Qualifications and Skills**:
- Good character and health background, backed up by police and medical certificates.
- Honest, punctual, and keen to continue learning.
- Enjoy working in a team environment.
- Ability to perform physical tasks and work outdoors in various weather conditions.
- Previous experience in dairy farming or related agricultural work is preferred.
**Accommodation**:
- Provided studio unit with 1 bedroom, kitchen, and lounge, or shared 3-bedroom house.
**Drug Testing**:
- Regular drug testing will be conducted to ensure a safe workplace environment.
**Application Process**:
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