Calf Rearer | Southland | August - December

Great opportunity to experience spring calving season on two side-by-side farms in Invercargill, Southland!‍

• Join a large-scale calving operation – 1,450 cows across two units
• Work alongside an experienced team with a supportive setup
• Furnished accommodation with another Backpacker - just bring your gear!

Spring Calving

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We’re looking for an enthusiastic calf rearer/farm assistants to join our clients team across two neighbouring dairy units in Mabel Bush, Southland during peak calving season.

• Flexible start and finish dates – core need from 1st August to October could Start June through till Novemebr
• Calving 1,450 cows over 2 months – gain real-world experience on busy farms
• Furnished accommodation

Full Job Description:

‍The two farms are side-by-side, each milking 730 cows on a System 4 setup with large calving pads and a herd home for feeding. YYou’ll join a friendly, experienced team of 6 staff, with owners who’ve previously hosted international workers including students from UCD and Irish candidates on working holidays.

‍Location:

‍Invercargill is just a short drive away, with access to the Catlins, Fiordland, and Southland’s rugged beauty.

‍Remuneration:‍

• $25 per hour + 8% holiday pay (gross)
• Furnished farm accommodation – $100/week per person

Roles and Responsibilities:‍

• Assist with spring calving and post-natal animal care
• Help with feeding systems, including herd home and calving pad management
• General farm maintenance, shed cleaning, and calf rearing
• Support existing full-time staff with day-to-day farm tasks

‍Role Requirements:

• Must have Milking experience
• Good communication and ability to work independently
• Legal right to work in New Zealand
• Able to pass a drug test if requested

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‍Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand

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