Prime Contract Milking opportunity near Putaruru
Our clients are seeking an experienced and motivated Contract Milker to join their team next season on a well-established, 119-hectare farm located near Putaruru, with easy access to Cambridge (30 minutes) and Hamilton (50 minutes).
This system 3 farm is currently milking 390 Friesian cross cows through a 30-aside herringbone cowshed, equipped with ACR’s and Protrack. With a 3-year average milk production of 157,000 kgMS, the farm is well-positioned for continued success with effective management. The infrastructure is solid, and irrigation ensures consistent grass growth throughout the summer.
The owners are looking for a skilled and self-motivated individual who can take full responsibility for the day-to-day operations and manage the farm with minimal oversight. As the owners step back from daily involvement, you will be entrusted with running the farm efficiently and effectively. Your ability to manage staff, communicate effectively, and keep the farm performing at a high level will be key to success in this role.
The ideal applicant will:
- Have a minimum of 3 years’ dairy farming experience and 1 year of farm management experience.
- Possess excellent pasture management and feed planning knowledge.
- Be highly skilled in animal health and husbandry.
- Have a proven track record of maintaining farm tidiness and attention to detail.
- Be self-motivated and capable of working independently, with strong communication skills.
- Be able to manage health and safety requirements on the farm.
An attractive package is on offer, including a 3-bedroom house with garaging and also a small cottage. With Putaruru just 5 minutes away, you'll have access to a range of local amenities, primary schools, a nearby secondary school, and strong community groups and facilities.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their career and manage a successful, well-equipped farm. 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.
Applications close: 5th January 2025 - please note that all applications will be reviewed following the closing date, due to the Christmas holiday closedown period.
Staff:
The Contract Milker will need a support person to be employed throughout the season.
Housing:
- Main home: 3 bedroom weather board home (ex-owners) plus office plus outside room, double garage, wood burner and dishwasher
- Cottage: 2 bedroom, open plan living, heat pump and carport
Farm Description:
- 30 aside herringbone cowshed with ACR’s and auto drafting
- 300 Cow Feed Pad
- Effluent system – Lined Pond with travelling irrigator over 42ha
- Maize (6.0ha) grown on farm
- Flat to Rolling Contour
- Less than 100kgN/ha applied annually
- Friesian Cross herd
- 140tDM Maize Silage bought in to compliment what is grown on farm
- 180t PKE contracted annually
