Herd Test Technician - Seasonal Work

Livestock Improvement Corporation; Wellington, Palmerston North; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extra leave days

Seasonal return opportunities

Supportive and fun work environment

Competitive hourly rate

Job summary

Livestock Improvement Corporation (LIC) is seeking Herd Test Technicians to deliver and install testing equipment in dairy sheds across the Palmerston North region. This short-term position runs for about 9 months and requires outdoor work, strong time management, and the ability to lift and handle heavy equipment.

Applicants should hold a clean Class 1 driver’s license, be reliable, communicative, tech-savvy, and flexible with hours and locations.

Qualifications

• 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 Palmerston North region.
• Tech-savvy with a 'can-do' attitude.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and install Herd Testing equipment in dairy sheds.
• Return the following day to collect completed samples and equipment.
• Work in outdoor settings; manage time effectively and handle heavy equipment.

Skills

Class 1 driver’s license

Time management

Communication skills

Reliability

Tech-savvy

Job description

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 Palmerston North and surrounding 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 Palmerston North 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