Herd Test Technician - Seasonal (Greymouth)

LIC; Greymouth; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extra leave days

A competitive hourly rate

The possibility of returning each 
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A supportive and fun work environment

Job summary

LIC is seeking a Herd Test Technician for Greymouth to support seasonal herd testing in dairy sheds. This fast-paced, outdoor role involves delivering and installing equipment and returning the next day to collect samples and equipment.

Ideal applicants will have a clean Class 1 license, strong time management, reliable teamwork, and a can-do attitude. The position offers flexibility, extra leave days, and a collaborative work environment.

Qualifications

• Clean full Class 1 driver’s licence.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, professional and reliable.
• Excellent time management and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and install Herd Testing equipment in dairy sheds.
• Return next day to collect samples and equipment.
• Adapt to fast-paced outdoor work with flexible hours.

Skills

Class 1 license

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivated

Reliability

Time management

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Tech-savvy

Job description

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Herd Test Technician - Seasonal (Greymouth)

LIC is a farmer-owned co-operative that’s been supporting herd improvement in New Zealand’s dairy sector for more than 115 years. We’re focused on providing superior genetics, reliable testing and diagnostics, integrated on-farm software, and great customer service, all designed to help farmers make smarter decisions every day.

As a proud generational co-operative, we’re here for farmers, their families, and rural communities, not just for today, but for the future. And none of it happens without our people. Whether on farm, in the lab, or behind the scenes, every one of us plays a part in helping New Zealand farmers succeed.

About the Role:

Our Herd Test Technicians use LIC vehicles to deliver and install Herd Testing equipment in dairy sheds throughout the region. They then return the following day to collect the completed samples and equipment. This is a fast-paced role which requires excellent time management skills and physical strength as handling heavy equipment is a must.

Working in Greymouth region, this is a short-term role to cover the seasonal peak for around 9 months.The role will suit individuals who love being outdoors and have flexibility with their working hours.

About You:

To hit the ground running in this role, you will ideally know your way around a milking shed and have a reasonable level of fitness and physical strength. Other key attributes are:

• A clean full Class 1 driver's licence.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Being self-motivated, professional, and reliable.
• Exceptional time management abilities.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Flexibility with working hours and locations within the Greymouth region.
• Tech-savvy with a 'can-do' attitude.

In return you'll get...

• Extra leave days

• A competitive hourly rate

• The possibility of returning each season

• A supportive and fun work environment