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We are looking for an experienced and motivated team member to join our friendly team on our 1000-cow Canterbury Dairy Farm. Milking through a 70 bale rotary with ACRs, All Flex collars and Pro-track. We are proud of what we do and who we are as a team. We hope to find someone who takes pride in high standards of animal care, enjoys working with people, and wants to be part of a well-run and progressive farming operation. You will work closely with the Contract Milker, 2IC and wider team to ensure our herd is healthy, productive and well cared for, while maintaining high standards across all aspects of the role as a Dairy Farmer. This role would suit someone with experience in Dairy Farming who is experienced in milking cows, driving tractors and day to day animal care a treatments. 2 years experience atleast is ideal for this rold, but not vital as training can be provided and pay will relfect experience levels. Must be living in NZ currently! Criminal free record...

Carries   out   milk   harvesting   tasks   safely, efficiently, and correctly, and assists in training new employees on correct   techniques. Assists   with   solving   milk   quality   problems,   as per instructions in farm policy manual. Helps farm assistants to understand factors that   affect   milk   quality,   hygienic   milking   and mastitis control procedures. Cleans and maintains the milking plant and farm   dairy   equipment,   and   carries   out   hygiene inspections as per instructed in on farm policy   manual. Moves and handles animals safely, identifies and diagnoses animal health issues, and assists   with   treatments   and   prevention   in   line with farm policy. Records and maintains all herd health treatments and events according to on-farm policy   or   dairy   company   policy,   as   per   advised by manager. Observes, records and reports on cows preparing   to   calve,   and   calves’   cows   in   line with farm policy. Moves, handles...

Must apply via Rural Directions Website - https://www.ruraldirections.co.nz/jobs?ja-job=1128787   Your Role As 2IC, you’ll work closely with the Farm Manager across the day-to-day running of Monowai Dairy Farm, stepping up to oversee the farm when the Manager is away. This is a great opportunity for an experienced dairy team member ready to take on more responsibility, or an experienced 2IC/Manager looking to stay hands-on. Strong stockmanship and pasture management skills are essential, along with good communication, organisation and a positive attitude. You’ll be part of a small, supportive team and will have the opportunity to develop your knowledge of the farm’s 82ha lucerne and cut-and-carry programme. What You’ll Bring: ·         2–3 years’ dairy farming experience ·         Strong stockmanship and animal husbandry skills ·         Good understanding of pasture management ·         Good communication and organisational skills ·...

We are looking for an enthusiastic person with some dairy farming experience to join our team in February 2027 just before we start calving. Must have NZ citizenship or currently in New Zealand on working visa. We milk 650 cows through a 50 bale rotary shed. Our herd is all autumn calving from end of Feb till end of April.  This job would suit someone who wants to carry out a variety of farming duties including milking cows, rearing calves, tractor work, fencing and water repairs and general stockwork.  PLEASE DO NOT APPLY if you are not willing to live in shared accommodation with one of our employees.

ASSISTANT HERD MANAGER We are a family run Dairy farm located 5km from the Gore town boundary. Peak milk 540 cows (increasing to 590 over next few years) we milk once a day all season and winter all our cows and have all our own young stock on run offs. We have a variety of tasks to keep the role interesting. We take pride in our farm and have a goal of achieving excellence every day.  The Role As part of a motivated and supportive team, you'll be involved in a wide range of day-to-day farming activities, including milking, animal health and welfare, feeding, pasture management, effluent management, general farm maintenance, and operating modern farm equipment and systems.  You'll work closely with farm owners to ensure the farm continues to operate efficiently while contributing to a positive culture.  Take on greater responsibility as your skills, confidence, and experience grow, and more importantly; you'll have the opportunity to learn the "why" behind key farming...

APPLY VIA THE RURAL DIRECTIONS WEBSITE ONLY - https://www.ruraldirections.co.nz/jobs?ja-job=1128747   Your Role As the Senior Stockperson you’ll be involved in the day-to-day management and handling of cattle, supporting herd performance and breeding programmes while embracing technology such as Halter and virtual fencing. The role also includes general farm maintenance, including fencing, water systems and other day-to-day tasks, so a practical, hands-on approach is important. There is minimal dog work required, so dogs aren’t essential, although 1-2 are handy on the hills after calving. Working as part of a close-knit team, you’ll help keep the operation running smoothly while contributing to the ongoing development of the stud. There’s plenty of opportunity to build your skills, learn more about genetics and take on additional responsibility over time for someone keen to grow in the role. What You’ll Bring: A high level of stockmanship and confident...

We are seeking an Assistant Manager to join our team milking 620 cows. Located 45 minutes from Feilding, the farm milks 620 cows through a 50 bale rotary cowshed with ACR’s and is in the process of installing Halter. As part of a teams of 3, you will assist lead and undertake daily operational activities. T e Awa Agri Limited:  A high performing dairy farm that is characterised by ·        A team that cares, has fun and grows. ·        Proud of the farm, animals and people. We are currently seeking Assistant Manager who have a passion for the dairy industry. Someone who takes pride in their work, has a passion for farming, is keen to learn and upskill, and all-round great attitude.  This will be someone who enjoys responsibility and wants to be a farm manager in the future. Chasing quality milk production from pasture, summer crop chicory and supplement over the feedpad or via in-shed meal, sets a great base to achieve 500kgMS/cow. We are seeking someone...

We are seeking a reliable and motivated Dairy Farm Assistant to join our team in Atiamuri. This role is ideal for someone who is genuinely interested in dairy farming and committed to developing practical skills in New Zealand’s dairy industry. About the Role The Dairy Farm Assistant supports daily farm operations, including milking, animal health checks, feeding, and general farm maintenance. The successful applicant will work closely with the Farm Manager and wider team to ensure smooth and efficient farm performance throughout the season. Key Responsibilities Assisting with daily milking routines Carrying out animal health checks and treatments Feeding stock and maintaining feed areas Supporting calving, mating, and seasonal programmes Monitoring animal welfare and reporting issues promptly Assisting with pasture management and irrigation tasks Operating farm machinery and equipment safely Maintaining...

We are looking for a Farm Assistant for our 1050 cow farm on the edge of Paeroa. Milking through a 50 bale rotary cowshed with inshed feeding, autodrafting and auto heat detection. Roster is 8 days on and 2 days off.   You must be able to ride a 2 wheeler and have a full drivers license.   The successful applicant will have the following attributes: You will be self motivated and able to think for yourself. You will be driven to suceed in your work and like to see results. You will need to hit the ground running as we are a busy farm and every body takes resonsibilty for their role.  So if you dont like early mornings, this is not the career for you. You will understand and take responsiblities for daily tasks such as twice daily milkings,  identifying mastitis and other animal health issues.  Washing the plant and yard.  Moving the irrigator, temporary fencing, general maintenance around the farm.   You will look for opportunities to work more effectively and...

**ONLY APPLY IF IN NZ We are seeking a Senior Farm Assistant/Herd Manager  Work available for a partner to cover milkings and time off feeding calves   We milk 485 cows through a 54 bale rotary shed near Rahotu. Halter is installed High level operating dairy farm.  Comfortable, tidy 3 bedroom house available.  Roster 6 on 1 off over spring 5 on 2 off rest of year Salary dependent on experience Must have prior experience. Looking for someone whos hardworking and honest. Must be in Nz. Not accredited employers yet.   Average 45 hours a week