" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eDairy Assistant | Modern 1,400-Cow Operation\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"15849\"\u003e Agribusiness \u0026amp; Farming \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"15850\"\u003e Farmer / Farm Hand \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"15853\"\u003e Ashburton \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"15854\"\u003e Contract or Temp \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 30/10/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eLarge-scale 1,420-cow operation with an 80-bale rotary\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eModern herd monitoring and in-shed feeding technology\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAssignment through to March 2027\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eLooking for a solid dairy opportunity through to March 2027?\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThis professional Ashburton operation offers the chance to work with a large-scale Kiwi-cross herd, modern technology and well-established farming systems.\u003cbr\u003e The farm milks approximately 1,420 cows through an 80-bale rotary shed, with ACRs, Protrack, and in-shed feeding. The operation uses technology extensively to support herd management, animal welfare and efficient day-to-day farming.\u003cbr\u003e The Kiwi-cross herd is fitted with Allflex collars, providing continuous monitoring of cow movement and rumination. Automatic drafting of cows on heat allows the experienced team greater flexibility while supporting improved animal welfare and herd management.\u003cbr\u003e In-shed feeding includes grain, minerals and molasses through an individual feeding module, while effluent is applied through the main pivot irrigation system using injection.\u003cbr\u003e This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys large-scale dairy farming and wants to gain experience with modern herd monitoring, irrigation, feeding and professional farm systems.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDetails:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAssignment: Immediate start through to March 2027\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLocation: Ashburton, Mid Canterbury\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHerd size: Approximately 1,420 cows\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWage: $27 per hour\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAccommodation allowance: $200 per week\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAccommodation has been upgraded in recent years and meet NZ Healthy Homes Standards\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eFarm Systems \u0026amp; Equipment:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e80-bale rotary shed\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eACRs\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProtrack\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAllflex collars\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIn-shed feeding with individual feeding modules\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGrain, minerals and molasses feeding\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMainly pivot irrigation\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRotorainers and K-Line irrigation\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eEffluent injection through the main pivot system\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e2-wheelers\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSide-by-sides\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat You Will Be Doing:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eMilking and daily shed operations\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAnimal health and herd management\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMonitoring herd activity and welfare\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFeeding and general dairy farm duties\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIrrigation and effluent management\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOperating farm vehicles and equipment\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGeneral farm maintenance\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSupporting the wider team with seasonal and day-to-day farm work\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMaintaining high standards of animal care, cleanliness and safety\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat We Require:\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003ePrevious dairy farming experience preferred\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eMilking experience essential\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGood stock sense and animal handling skills\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReliable and hardworking approach\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eComfortable working in a large-scale dairy operation\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWillingness to learn and work with modern farm technology\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGood communication and teamwork skills\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAbility to work safely around livestock, machinery and irrigation systems\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat\u0027s in it for you?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e$200 weekly accommodation allowance\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork through to March 2027\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience on a professional 1,420-cow dairy operation\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eModern 80-bale rotary and advanced herd monitoring technology\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eModern in-shed feeding system\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOpportunity to develop experience across milking, herd management, irrigation and effluent\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eGreat Mid Canterbury location close to Ashburton, with mountains, rivers and plenty of outdoor adventures within easy reach\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApply online TODAY and drive your Dairy career with The Max Team!\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Choose Max People?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMax People is a trusted recruitment partner with 15+ years\u0027 experience connecting great people with great workplaces. What started in construction has grown into one of the country\u0027s leading labour-hire and recruitment providers across construction, civil, agriculture, dairy, manufacturing, and logistics.\u003cbr\u003eWhen you join Max People, you\u0027re backed by a team that lives its values: Passion, Empathy, Optimism, Professionalism, Loyalty, and Empowerment. We\u0027re here to support your journey, champion your growth, and help you build a future you\u0027re excited about. \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"4482416\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "