Dairy Milker for Large-Herd Farm (Fixed-Term)

KiwiQuest Ltd.; Tapanui; On-site; NZD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

KiwiQuest Ltd. in West Otago is seeking an experienced dairy farm worker for a fixed-term role supporting milking and farm duties on a 700-cow operation through mid-January.

You will milk a large herd in rotary or herringbone sheds, follow routines and animal welfare practices, and contribute as part of a collaborative farming team.

Roster: four days on, two days off, with modern facilities and a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Previous New Zealand dairy farming or large-herd overseas experience.
• Confidence in rotary or herringbone milking sheds.
• Reliable and hardworking attitude.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Fixed-term work until mid-January.
• Four days on and two days off roster.
• Supportive farm team and modern facilities.

Responsibilities

• Milk a large herd in a rotary or herringbone shed.
• Follow dairy farm routines and animal welfare practices.
• Work independently and as part of the farming team.

Skills

Dairy farming experience

Independent worker

Team player

Tools

Rotary milking shed

Herringbone milking shed

Job description

KiwiQuest Ltd. in West Otago is seeking an experienced dairy farm worker for a fixed-term role supporting milking and farm duties on a 700-cow operation through mid-January.

You will milk a large herd in rotary or herringbone sheds, follow routines and animal welfare practices, and contribute as part of a collaborative farming team.

Roster: four days on, two days off, with modern facilities and a supportive team.