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Located 12kms to Matamata. 100ha eff mainly flat property. 330 cows are milked through a 36 ASHB with in shed feeding.  System 3. We are seeking applicants to work with a 2IC. if you can bring the following attributes to the table we would love to hear from you. honest. reliable. able to use initiative. self motivated.   quiet with stock. skills to maximise production. Please send a CV with your application that includes previous roles and contactable references.

Due to current staff member taking the next step We are now seeking an honest reliable person to assist a contract milking couple for the 2025/2026 season.   We have a 360 cow farm milked through a 30 a/s herringbone shed. Your role will include general farm assistant duties, including: Milking, stock movement, helping with calving and mating, feeding out, weed control, tractor and machinery work  The successful applicant must:   Have 1 + years dairy farming experience  Experience milking  Motivated and reliable, able to self-manage  Stock empathy and basic animal health knowledge  Be a team player   Ability to communicate   Be located in New Zealand  Tractor driving experience would be an advantage   The farm is located 5min from Stratford township. It milks 360 cows over 157ha. There is a 30 a/s herringbone with acrs and inshed feeding, a stand off shelter and very good equipment. The farm has flat – rolling paddocks and the cowshed is centrally...

Agcentric, on behalf of our clients is searching for a grass first contract milker to operate this fastidiously tidy and simple dairy unit near Te Awamutu in the Waikato. This role may suit a first time contract milker, or someone looking to step into a lifestyle role. The farm owner would also be supportive of those who may have off-farm interests to pursue in conjunction with this farm. Key Aspects: Quiet Jersey/Kiwicross Cows. A simple, policy based grass first system 2/3 farm with minimal supplements. Immaculate farm, with presentation at the forefront. Collars on cows to assist with pasture management, mating and execution of the farm system. Minimal gear required (2-wheeler, plate-meter, hand tools) Tidy 16ASHB Spring Calving, but milking year-round (constant cashflow) What we are looking for: Someone able to follow and execute a farm plan/policy without direction or changes. Plate-metering full-farm weekly and residuals daily. (grass management...

We are looking for someone reliable to take on our Herd Manager role from the 1st June 2025 on our 190 cow farm, 18 aside HB, system 2-3, crossbred cows, Tower road 6km out of Matamata town.  This is our second share milking job next door so the ideal applicant must be able to milk and carry out tasks independently but also able to work within a team when and if required. Must have a genuine interest in farming and keen to learn on the job as well as be honest and have good communication skills.  Some knowledge regarding pasture management and animal health would be beneficial.  Please only apply if you are currently residing in NZ.  

Lee and Sarah Bryant require a Variable Order Sharemilker for their South Branch farm in South Canterbury, 20 minutes from Waimate. This is a new position and will be available for an enthusiastic sharemilker prepared to be challenged, involved in all aspects of this farm, and looking for a long-term opportunity. This well set up fully irrigated 155ha dairy farm will winter 450 cows on 100ha effective, and associated irrigable and dry land, production of 160,000kg MS. Reliable irrigation from the MGI Irrigation Scheme. Cows are wintered on a nearby runoff.   There is a 40 aside herringbone dairy shed including automatic cup removers, and in-shed feeding of PKE. There is a weeping wall with effluent storage and the effluent dispersed through the pivot.   The majority of the diet is pasture so high-quality pasture management is essential. The successful applicant: ·       Must be passionate to drive the business and continual improvement. ·       Will...

Jamieson Dairies is looking for a super star to join their Team as a Herd Manager.  Jamieson Dairies has 1450 Kiwi Cross dairy cows on a 388ha Farm which are fitted Allflex collars.  Milking is through an 80 bail rotary with ACR’s, automatic drafting system,  in shed feeding and an auto-teat spray.  As a Herd Manager you will be responsible for maximising production in your assigned herd and assist in the effective management of staff.  The preferred applicant must: - have a minimum of NZ farming 3 years’ experience -have experience with management of staff -have experience with plant management -have experience with pasture management Key activities in this role with be milking cows, feed management, general care of stock, farm maintenance, stock records, staff management, health n safety and farm administration. We are looking for someone who is passionate about farming, someone who is reliable and able to work well within a team environment.  On farm...

Are you interested in expanding your skill set by dairy farming in the United States for 12 months? If so, we may have the perfect opportunity for you! We are a farming couple (1 of us American, 1 of us Kiwi) who are looking for the right person to participate in a paid internship on our dairy farm in Ohio, USA. We peak milk 250 cows on a pasture-based seasonal milking farm.  We are looking for someone who has a good work ethic and the willingness to take up the challenge of a new experience. Visa Requirements (12 month J-1 intern/trainee visa required - we will help the right candidate): You must have a minimum of 1 year of dairy farming experience and you must be able to communicate effectively in English (necessary for a successful visa interview at consulate/embassy). You must be 29 years old or younger. You must also meet one of these requirements: currently enrolled in or graduated from university with an agricultural related degree OR currently enrolled in...

Due to unforeseen circumstances, we are looking for two farm assistants to assists us running a dairy farm. Experience not required thorough training will be provided to successful applicants with the right attributes and attitudes.  The Farm Assistant is required to perform in the following areas:   1.      Milk production -       ensure the effective operation of all aspects of the milking processes. -      maintain shed hygiene -      comply with the Health and Safety protocol during milking   2.      Animals -        Assists in mating -        Assists in animal vaccination program -        Calf collection and rearing -        Identifying and treating of lames, mastitis, etc. -        Reports any sick animals to managers                  3.      Pasture Management -        Setting up break and fences -        Assists in weed control program   4.      Effluent Management -        Shifting irrigator -...

We are looking for 2 farm Assistants.  Farm Assistants are responsible for working closely with the contract milker to run the farm efficiently. Their primary focus is on the day to day operations of the farm, aiming to Maximise productivity and efficiency. They collaborate with the contract milker and other farm staff. FARM INFRASTRUCTURE: Farm operates with 64 bale rotary milking shed. Farm is totally grass based. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Milking: farm assistants actively participate in milking operations. Equipment handling: Experience with riding 2-wheelers and 4-wheelers is essential. Calving and Mating: Good experience in these areas is valuable. Health Management: Identifying and treating mastitis and lameness in cows. Fencing: maintenance and repair of fences. Effluent Irrigation: Managing waste disposal. QUALITIES AND SKILLS: Applicants should be reliable, enthusiastic , honest, proactive and hard working. A current CV with two references is required. The farm maintains...

We are looking for a keen individual to work alongside our Farm Manager , milking and performing the day to day tasks of running a 370 cow , 27 bale rotary farm located in Kapuni (South Taranaki ). We are looking someone who: Has at least one years recent farming experience Has positive can do attitude Is honest and punctual Has good communication skills Is able to work well both independently or with Farm Manager Has the right to permanently reside and work in New Zealand Consents to and passes drug test and police check if required if you tick the above boxes please apply online attaching your current CV cover letter and references