Competitive salaryDrive in/Drive out positionGreat location – just out of TaupoFixed-term position until the end of January ****THE OPPORTUNITYWe're looking for a Dairy Farm Assistant to join the high-performing team at Ajax Dairy.
In this role, you'll assist with a range of farm tasks — from milking, calving, and feeding stock, to effluent management, spraying, and fencing.You'll play an important part in the day-to-day operations and work closely with your team to help meet production and animal welfare goals.You'll receive full training and support, and we'll encourage you to take the initiative, develop your skills, and support newer team members along the way.
This is a hands-on role ideal for someone with a great work ethic and a passion for farming.Enjoy being part of a culture that values safety, wellbeing, and continuous improvement.THE FARMSituated just outside Taupo, Ajax Dairy offers you the chance to join a high-performing team.
Together, you'll be responsible for milking 900 autumn-calving cows twice daily in a modern 54-bail rotary shed.The location has great schooling options nearby and has easy access to a fantastic range of outdoor recreational activities including water sports, hunting, fishing, and mountain biking.About YouYou'll bring a willingness to learn, get stuck in, and contribute to the team's success.
Ideally, you'll also have:Experience in a similar dairy farming role (or a strong interest in developing one)Good communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a teamA proactive attitude with initiative and commitment to animal welfare and health & safetyThe ability to coach and support junior or new staff where requiredA current NZ restricted or full driver's licenceBenefitsWe offer a competitive salary package, and you'll also receive ongoing training and development.Applications close Sunday 19 October ****.
We will be interviewing applicants as they apply.To find out more about this opportunity email Farm Manager – Jesse Craig: ****** be eligible for this role, you must be available for an in-person interview and have unrestricted legal rights to work in New Zealand.
We are unable to accept applicants on temporary work visas for permanent opportunities.Pamu provides a safe workplace and the successful applicant will be required to pass a drug and alcohol test and undergo a criminal background check prior to being appointed.Pamu is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates.
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