Herd Test Technician (Greymouth / West Coast)

CRV Limited; Greymouth; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

CRV vehicle

Full training

Supportive team

NZ dairy industry

Job summary

CRV Limited in Greymouth, NZ, is seeking a Herd Test Technician for the 2026/27 season (Oct 2026–May 2027). The role involves setting up herd testing equipment on dairy farms, collecting milk samples during milking, and accurately recording data using electronic systems.

Flexible with early starts, travel and some overnight stays, you will contribute to herd performance data used in management and breeding decisions while supporting farmers across the West Coast and Canterbury regions.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in data recording.
• Confidence using technology and mobile data systems.
• Professional, reliable, and self-motivated.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with farmers.
• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team.
• Comfortable working around livestock and in dairy shed environments.
• Flexibility to work varying hours, including early mornings and seasonal peaks.

Responsibilities

• Set up herd testing equipment on dairy farms.
• Collect milk samples during milking and record data.
• Travel across Greymouth/West Coast and Canterbury.
• Work flexible hours with seasonal peaks.
• Support dairy farmers with data-driven decisions.

Skills

Org skills

Attention to detail

Tech proficient

Communication

Independence

Teamwork

Livestock handling

Early mornings

Tools

Mobile data systems

Job description

Posted: 30/09/2026

Closing Date: 30/10/2026

Job Type: Fixed Term/Seasonal

Location: West Coast

Job Category: Agriculture, Nature & Animal

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.

Job Description

About the Role

CRV is seeking reliable, motivated individual to join our Herd Testing team for the 2026/27 season. (October 2026 – May 2027)

As a Herd Test Technician, you will work on dairy farms setting up herd testing equipment, collecting milk samples during milking, and accurately recording herd data using electronic systems.

Because work is tied to the dairy season, some weeks are full‑on, others quieter, and no two weeks look the same. We're looking for someone flexible who can flow with the demand, can adapt their schedule to match and enjoys a role that keeps things interesting rather than following the same routine every day.

Work is carried out around milking times and during seasonal demand, with early starts, travelling, and occasional overnight stays away from home.

This role plays an important part in supporting dairy farmers by collecting accurate herd performance data used for herd management and breeding decisions.

Location

We are looking for someone based in the Greymouth area. You will be responsible for the Greymouth / Westcoast area as well as covering the Canterbury and Upper South Island runs involving significant travel.

Desired Skills and Experience

About You

To be successful in this role you will need:

• Strong organisational and time management skills


• High attention to detail and accuracy in data recording


• Confidence using technology and mobile data systems


• Professional, reliable, and self‑motivated approach


• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with farmers


• Ability to work well both independently and as part of a team


• Comfortable working around livestock and in dairy shed environments


• Flexibility to work varying hours, including early mornings and seasonal peaks


• Willingness to travel and stay away from home when required

What We Offer

• CRV vehicle provided for work purposes


• Full training and ongoing support


• Supportive team environment


• Opportunity to work within New Zealand's dairy industry

If you enjoy working outdoors, are highly organised, and can work independently while delivering accurate results, we'd love to hear from you.

All applicants for this position must be eligible to work in NZ.