Seasonal Dairy Herd Test Technician (Field Data)

CRV Limited; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CRV vehicle provided

Full training

Supportive team environment

NZ dairy industry exposure

Job summary

CRV Limited in New Zealand is seeking a reliable Herd Test Technician for a fixed term season (Sept 2026 – May 2027) covering the Winton/Southland area. You will set up herd testing equipment on dairy farms, collect milk samples during milking, and accurately record herd data using electronic systems.

Work involves early starts, travel and overnight stays away from home, with workload peaking during the dairy season.

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 approach.
• Strong communication with farmers and ability to build relationships.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Set up herd testing equipment on dairy farms.
• Collect milk samples during milking and ensure proper labeling.
• Accurately record herd data using electronic systems.
• Travel with possible overnight stays; work around milking times.
• Adapt to varying workloads and provide reliable results.

Skills

Herd testing

Data entry

Farm software

Livestock environments

Tools

Mobile data systems

Job description

CRV Limited in New Zealand is seeking a reliable Herd Test Technician for a fixed term season (Sept 2026 – May 2027) covering the Winton/Southland area. You will set up herd testing equipment on dairy farms, collect milk samples during milking, and accurately record herd data using electronic systems.

Work involves early starts, travel and overnight stays away from home, with workload peaking during the dairy season.