Casual Herd Test Technician

7 days ago

Gore, Southland, New Zealand CRV Limited Full time NZ$40,000 - NZ$60,000 per year

About CRV

At CRV, we're proud to be at the forefront of innovation in the dairy industry. As a global leader in herd improvement with operations across Europe, North and South America, Africa, Australia, and New Zealand, our mission is simple: to help dairy farmers build healthy, efficient herds through cutting-edge genetics and expert support.

We partner with farmers to provide world-class genetic tools and insights that help them meet their unique goals. With a strong focus on innovation and adaptability, we're committed to delivering solutions that respond to evolving industry needs — here in New Zealand and around the world.

About the Role

Herd testing is a vital part of CRV's data capture services, helping farmers manage herd performance, genetics, and overall profitability.

We are seeking a Herd Testing Technician for a seasonal, casual positionstarting asapthrough to June 2026, covering the Southland region.

This role is casual and paid per job completed, meaning:

  • Work depends on the herd testing schedule and farmer demand
  • Hours vary around milking times,
  • You'll need to be comfortable with short-notice or variable work
  • Technician equipment and vehicle provided for herd testing

This is a hands-on, physical role based in milking sheds and includes:

  • Setting up herd testing equipment
  • Recording accurate data on a handheld device
  • Taking milk samples
  • Working closely with farmers during their milking times

The role involves early starts, travel throughout the region, and occasional overnight stays. No two days are the same—every day brings new farms, new people, and new challenges.

What You'll Need to Succeed

  • High attention to detail and confidence with technology
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to build good farmer relationships
  • Excellent time management and comfort with flexible, variable work hours
  • A natural early riser, milking shed hours
  • Comfortable working around cows and doing physical work
  • Some dairy farming knowledge would be preferable
  • Ability to work safely around livestock in the milking shed
  • Willingness to travel and stay overnight when needed
  • A seasonal working mindset and comfort with casual, on-demand hours
  • Full, clean driver's licence
  • Eligibility to work in New Zealand

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