Experienced Relief Milker

Canstaff; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible shifts

Friendly farm environment

Competitive pay

Job summary

Canstaff is seeking a reliable Relief Milker to join our farming team in Canterbury. The role focuses on milking to a high standard, maintaining animal welfare, and supporting daily dairy operations.

Applicants should be prepared for flexible hours, including early mornings or evenings, with a positive attitude and ability to work well with the wider farm team. Training can be provided for those with limited milking experience.

Qualifications

• Previous milking experience preferred, but training can be given.
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work unsupervised.
• Physically fit and comfortable working with animals.
• Positive attitude and willingness to help the wider farm team.
• Own reliable transport to get to the farm.

Responsibilities

• Milking to a high standard, maintaining animal health and welfare.
• Cleaning and maintaining the dairy shed, plant, and equipment.
• Assisting with general farm duties as required.
• Following all health, safety, and hygiene procedures.
• Working flexible hours, including early mornings and/or evenings.

Skills

Milking experience

Reliability

Punctuality

Independence

Animal handling

Job description

Come join our team and further your career!

We’re on the lookout for a reliable and hardworking Relief Milker to join our team. This role is ideal for someone with farming experience who can step in and keep the dairy shed running smoothly.

What you’ll be doing:

• Milking to a high standard, maintaining animal health and welfare
• Cleaning and maintaining the dairy shed, plant, and equipment
• Assisting with general farm duties as required
• Following all health, safety, and hygiene procedures
• Working flexible hours, including early mornings and/or evenings

What we’re looking for:

• Previous milking experience preferred, but training can be given
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work unsupervised
• Physically fit and comfortable working with animals
• Positive attitude and willingness to help the wider farm team
• Your own reliable transport to get to the farm

What we offer:

• Flexible shifts to fit around your schedule
• Supportive and friendly farm environment
• Competitive hourly rate based on experience

If you’re a motivated and dependable worker who enjoys dairy farming, we’d love to hear from you.