Seasonal Herd Test Technician — Dairy Shed Field Install

Livestock Improvement Corporation (LIC); Milton; On-site; NZD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extra leave days

Competitive hourly rate

Seasonal return opportunities

Supportive and fun work environment

Job summary

Livestock Improvement Corporation (LIC) is seeking Herd Test Technicians to deliver and install Herd Testing equipment in dairy sheds across the Balclutha/Central Otago region. The role is seasonal for about 8 months, outdoors with flexible hours, requiring a clean Class 1 licence and good fitness.

You’ll learn Herd Test Assist and work closely with customers to provide the Herd Test service, with opportunities to return for future seasons.

Qualifications

• Clean Class 1 driver’s licence is required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Self-motivated, professional and reliable.
• Strong time management abilities is essential.
• Attention to detail is important.
• Flexible with hours and locations within Balclutha/Central Otago and willing to stay away when required.
• Tech-savvy with a can-do attitude.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and install Herd Testing equipment in dairy sheds.
• Return the following day to collect samples and equipment.
• Learn Herd Test Assist and work with customers to deliver the Herd Test Service.

Skills

Class 1 driver’s licence

Communication skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Outdoor/field work

Tech-savvy

Job description

Livestock Improvement Corporation (LIC) is seeking Herd Test Technicians to deliver and install Herd Testing equipment in dairy sheds across the Balclutha/Central Otago region. The role is seasonal for about 8 months, outdoors with flexible hours, requiring a clean Class 1 licence and good fitness.

You’ll learn Herd Test Assist and work closely with customers to provide the Herd Test service, with opportunities to return for future seasons.