Calving Assistant

Agriculture & Farm Work $24.0 - 26.0/h 1 week ago Work Style Physical 8/10 Technical 2/10 Creative 2/10 Pace 7/10 Structure 7/10 Pressure 4/10 Travel 1/10 Hours 3/10 Description Our client looking for a reliable and hardworking Calving Assistant to join their team on a dairy farm near Ashburton for the upcoming calving season. Responsibilities Assisting with calving and monitoring cows. Caring for newborn calves, including feeding and general health checks. Identifying and reporting any animal health concerns. Maintaining high standards of animal welfare and hygiene. General farm duties as required. Requirements A positive attitude and strong work ethic. Reliability and willingness to work flexible hours during the busy calving period. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Previous dairy or calving experience is an advantage but not essential—training can be provided for the right person. A genuine interest in animal care and farming. A friendly and supportive work environment. Competitive pay based on experience. Opportunity to gain valuable hands-on dairy experience. Potential for the role to be extended beyond the initial 6 weeks for the right candidate. #J-18808-Ljbffr