Herd Test Technician - Seasonal Work

Livestock Improvement Corporation; Whakatāne; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 41,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Extra leave days

Competitive hourly rate

Potential seasonal return

Supportive and fun work environment

Job summary

Livestock Improvement Corporation in Whakatane, North Island, seeks Herd Test Technicians to deliver and install Herd Testing equipment in dairy sheds across the Bay of Plenty during a nine-month seasonal peak. The role requires outdoor work, good fitness, and careful handling of equipment.

You will return the next day to collect samples and equipment, with a focus on reliability, punctuality, and strong time management in a dynamic field environment. A clean Class 1 license is essential.

Qualifications

• Able to deliver and install Herd Testing equipment with professionalism.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for field work.
• Self-motivated, reliable and capable of working outdoors in varying conditions.
• Good time management and attention to detail are essential.
• Willingness to travel within the Bay of Plenty (Te Puke region) and adjust hours.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and install Herd Testing equipment in dairy sheds across the region.
• Return the following day to collect completed samples and equipment.
• Work in a fast-paced environment requiring good physical strength and time management.

Skills

Clean Class 1 driver's licence

Excellent communication

Self-motivated

Time management

Attention to detail

Flexibility with hours/locations

Job description

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Livestock Improvement Corporation – Whakatane, North Island

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.

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 Bay of Plenty 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 Bay of Plenty (Te Puke) 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