Dairy Assistant
Farm Management (Farming, Animals & Conservation)Mōkai te ngākau. He whenua he oranga. E ū ai ki te pae roa
The land sustains and nurtures as we reach to the horizon
Tūaropaki Trust (http://www.tuaropaki.com) is an Ahu Whenua Trust under the auspices of Te Ture Whenua Māori. There are more than 2,700 Owners, a mix of individuals, Whānau Trusts and Kaitiaki Trusts, all descended from the original Owners. The Trust is a kaitiaki for ancestral taonga and manages complex business interests in the food and energy sectors, with assets valued at approximately $1 billion.
Ngā mātāpono | Our values
Whakapono – Inner belief in the Tūaropaki vision
Kia Ū – Commitment, diligence
Kia Manawanui – Courage, adaptability, strategic foresight and humility
Te tūranga | Your Role
We’re looking for a dedicated Dairy Assistant to support the daily operations across our Rotary and Herringbone dairy sites. You’ll play an essential role in maintaining high standards in animal welfare, milk quality, and farm upkeep. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who’s passionate about the dairy industry and eager to grow their career in farming.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform milking duties with a strong emphasis on milk quality
- Support animal health programmes and uphold animal welfare standards
- Contribute proactively to the Health & Safety programme
- Carry out general farm equipment and property maintenance
- Assist with stock management and animal husbandry
- Operate farm vehicles (side-by-side and 2-wheeler bikes)
- Maintain accurate records for animal health and milk quality
What You’ll Bring:
- A strong work ethic and positive attitude
- Motivation to work independently and collaboratively
- Good communication and basic computer literacy
- Resilience and the willingness to learn
- Sound stock handling skills and comfort with early starts
- A genuine interest in building a career in the dairy industry
Why join us?
Tūaropaki Trust Dairy team values teamwork, integrity, and commitment to excellence. You’ll be joining a supportive and collaborative team where your contributions will make a real difference. If you’re proactive, have a good sense of humour, and take pride in your work, we’d love to hear from you.
On site accommodation is available.
Questions?
For more information about the role, please contact Layla Steigenberger at [email protected].