Dairy Farm Assistant – Earnslaw Dairy (Organic)
Waikato - Taupō
Dairy Operations – Earnslaw Organics Dairy Unit /
Permanent - On Farm /
On-site
· Located just 10 minutes from Taupo
· Competitive salary, health and life insurance
· Housing included – 2-bedrom duplex
Life Balance at Earnslaw Organics with a 5/2 Roster all Ayear round
The Opportunity
As a Dairy Farm Assistant, you will be bringing the cows in for milking, doing the milking, shifting both the cows and the young stock plus other duties as required. You will work in a roster system, running a 5:2 Roster, with 104 days off a year plus annual leave.
The four members of this team respect each other, work well together, do their jobs thoroughly, and they’re easy going.
Pāmu is committed to developing your career with ongoing training and development, this includes on farm technical and practical learning.
The Farm
Earnslaw Organic Farm is located less than 10 minutes from Taupo and will milk 800 cows through a 54-bale rotary shed.
Excellent schooling options nearby. Friendly and supportive local community with school bus at the gate and easy access to a wide range of recreational activities.
About You
You will have a positive attitude and good foundational dairy farm experience or willingness to learn looking to develop and grow your dairy career, while we prefer some familiarity with farming and farm equipment, it’s not essential – we can train you.
You will bring:
· Positive, proactive attitude
· Commitment to Health & Safety protocols as well as the highest Animal Welfare standards
· Pride in your work and your team
Benefits
The role comes with a competitive remuneration package and staff benefits including health and life insurance and a 2-bedroom tidy healthy home. Ongoing training and development to help you reach your career goals.
Apply Now
Applications close Sunday 29 August 2024.
We’ll get in touch with applicants as they come through – so don’t delay.
If you have any questions or would like to have a confidential chat, get in touch with the Farm Manager, Scott Kupa at kupas@landcorp.co.nz
