Contract Milker - 800 cows (South Canterbury)
We are seeking expressions of interest for an experienced and organised Contract Milker for our clients 800 cow dairy farm in South Canterbury commencing 1 June 2025. This role is an exceptional opportunity for someone looking to progress in their farming career.
The 230-hectare property is spring calving, with excellent infrastructure and access to a support block. The farm has a sound production history with very good milk production performance. The farm has a mix of both pivot and K-Line irrigation.
It is expected that the Contract Milker will be motivated to drive the farms performance, as well as taking full responsibility for the daily decision making. There will be a requirement to formally report to the farm owners on a monthly basis.
The successful applicant must have:
- Proven team management skills with strong leadership capabilities
- Expertise in pasture management, feed planning, and irrigation
- In-depth understanding of feeding practices to maximise milk production
- Strong knowledge of animal health, husbandry, and record-keeping
- Effective communication and coordination with contractors, vets, and suppliers
- Self-motivated, detail-oriented, with a focus on health and safety
In return we offer help for someone wishing to climb the ladder to farm ownership. Flexible business arrangement. Excellent infrastructure.
Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand, be drug free, and provide an up-to-date CV with references, including their current employer.
Accommodation
The farm has 4 good quality accommodation options which all exceed minimum housing standards:
- Good 4 bedroom Contract Milkers home
- Comfortable 3 bedroom home
- Good 2 bedroom home with new kitchen, log burner and heat pump.
- New single quarters, fully self-contained, well insulated, with heat pump.
Farm Description
- 820 crossbred cows
- 50 ASHB cowshed with in-shed feeding
- Spring calving
- Support block
- Fully irrigated
Staff
- Contract Milker plus 3-4 full time employees.
