Dairy Farm Assistant Pamu Farms of New Zealand

A full-time position is available for a Dairy Farm Assistant at Pamu Farms of New Zealand, located in West Eyreton, Canterbury. This on-site role offers a competitive salary, health and life insurance, and a warm, three-bedroom home. Listen, this next part is key. the successful candidate will support daily dairy operations, including milking, calving, feeding, fencing, and effluent management. But wait, there’s more. prior dairy experience is preferred but not essential, as training is provided. And a strong work ethic, physical capability, and interest in , honestly, farming are key attributes for success in this hands-on role.

About Pamu Farms of New Zealand

Pamu Farms of New Zealand, the brand name for Landcorp Farming Limited, is New Zealand’s largest pastoral farming organization. Founded in 1886 as a State-Owned Enterprise, Pamu manages over 100 farms across 360,000 hectares. Also, what caught my eye was the company is committed to sustainable and innovative farming, aiming to reduce environmental impact while increasing operational performance. You know what’s cool? the way i see it, , frankly, here’s where things get good. And get this – but with a focus on conservation, biodiversity, and reducing greenhouse , here’s the thing, gas emissions, pamu practices regenerative agriculture across diverse landscapes. Honestly, also, the organization values safety, inclusivity, , actually, , i mean. And and the professional growth of , believe me, its 630+ staff.

Job Title

Dairy Farm Assistant

Responsibilities

• Assist in the milking of 950 cows using a 60-bale rotary system
• Support with calving and rearing of heifer replacement calves
• Carry out animal health checks and implement welfare practices
• Feed livestock according to farm procedures
• Maintain fences, gates, and farm infrastructure
• Operate machinery and farm vehicles as needed
• Conduct effluent spreading and management
• Spray weeds and carry out general farm maintenance
• Participate in pasture management activities
• Record and report relevant farm data
• Comply with all health and safety guidelines
• Maintain cleanliness in the milking shed and surrounding areas
• Communicate with farm managers and team members effectively
• Support training of new or junior staff
• Attend meetings and contribute to team planning

Requirements and Qualifications

Education

No formal education required; agricultural training is an advantage

Experience

Previous experience in dairy farming preferred but not essential

Skills

• Strong physical fitness and stamina
• Basic mechanical or maintenance ability
• Good time management and reliability
• Effective communication skills
• Teamwork and adaptability
• Ability to work unsupervised when required

Knowledge

• Familiarity with dairy cow behavior and handling
• Understanding of milking procedures
• Awareness of animal health practices
• Knowledge of farm safety standards
• Basic pasture and feed management concepts
• Operation of farm equipment and vehicles

Applicant Location

This is an on-site role based in West Eyreton, Canterbury, New Zealand.

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