Dairy Farm Assistant - Bassets Dairy
On-site · Westport, West Coast, New Zealand
Job Summary
Dairy Farm Assistant role (fixed-term until mid-December 2026) supporting day-to-day farm operations. Responsibilities include milking, calving, feeding stock, effluent management, spraying, and fencing, working closely with the team to meet production and animal welfare goals. Roles emphasizes safety and wellbeing, with training provided and opportunities to develop skills and mentor newer staff. Must hold a NZ driver’s licence (restricted or full) and have unrestricted rights to work in New Zealand; in-person interview required; drive-in/drive-out location south of Westport on the West Coast. The role includes a drug and alcohol test and a criminal background check; benefits include health and life insurance, KiwiSaver matching, extra leave over Christmas, and ongoing training. Pāmu/Landcorp Farming Limited emphasizes a values-driven culture focused on safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Required Qualifications
- Experience in a similar dairy farming role or strong interest in developing one
- Current NZ restricted or full driver’s licence
- Unrestricted legal right to work in New Zealand
Additional Requirements
- Unrestricted legal right to work in New Zealand
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