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We are looking for a farm assistant with experience (2 years minimum preferred) We are a looking for someone who enjoys dairy farming wants to be apart of a team enjoys a laugh but takes the job seriously when needed. Farm is located in Woodlands southland. Start date negotiable. General farm assistant duties along with: Milking. Animal health, Identifying mastitis, treatments & lames. Calving. Good shed hygiene . Setting up breaks and fencing. Shifting cows. Tractor work including feeding out. Effluent management. Health & Safety. The Ideal applicant will need to be team player and have a awesome attitude, Goal orientated, Excellent problem solving abilities & communication, a willingness to learn, Excellent time management, Workplace & house proud, Looks after farm gear, vehicles bikes, tractors . We milk 700 cows, through a 50 bail rotary shed. We are looking for a person with experience. If this position is for you, and you would like to know more and...

We are looking for a progressive herd manager for the 2025/2026 season. The job is located at Te Kauwhata Waikato The dairy platform is 220ha, peak milking is 685 cows through a 48a side HB shed. As Herd Manager, you will be in charge of and responsible for the dairy sheds. You will be expected to: • Maintain hygiene and cleanliness to a high standard. • Implement, Monitor and Report on animal Health, Calving and Mating Plans. • Identify and treat animal Health problems. • Management of soil, nutrients, effluent and water to meet environmental regulations. • Support and training of staff and students to further their development. • Safely use and maintain farm vehicles and machinery. We have a zero-tolerance drug policy and use both pre-employment and ongoing random drug testing. Applicant must have good tractor skills and must have at least one year of New Zealand dairy experience  contact 02102691287 Please apply with your most recent referees 

Herd Owning Sharemilker (HOSM) Independent Contractor (Owner will also consider Lease) Eltham Road established seasonal supply dairy unit in prime dairy farming locality. Flat easy rolling contour with full range of paddock improvements (subdivision 60 paddocks) including community water supply ( Farm map available open day). Comfortable house, herringbone cowshed and full range of supporting buildings. Farm owner looking for independent HOSM contractor or Lessee with leading-edge farm management experience, good communication skills, and the ability to interact positively with an absentee owner or owners agent. Position will commence 1 June 2027, terms and conditions of HOSM contract or Lease to be negotiated with successful applicant. Open day to view farm will be held Friday, 16 October 2026 1 pm – 3 pm. Draft HOSM Contract or Lease (by way of tender) will be available at open day. Closing day for lease tenders will be advised at open day and in documents ....

A position has become available for the new season to replace our LOSM of 5 years. The farm is 98 ha of predominately flat contour. 270 cows will be milked for an estimated production of 95,000 kg MS. This season is ahead by 8% to date. Facilities include a very good house with 3 double bedrooms and double garage. There is a self-contained sleepout with carport if required. This farm is supported by a 29-ha support block. The cowshed is a 24 AS HB. This farm is on a quiet no exit road about 25 km from the town of Morrinsville We are looking for a progressive Sharemilker (this may suit a milking couple) who wants to continue improve the property. We will pay a remuneration of 30% with calf rearing bonus. Costs will be shed, labour and power. If you are interested, then please send a CV with relevant referees.

We have a great opportunity for the 27/28 season on a 58-ha farm located North of Morrinsville. Contour is flat and we will be looking to winter 170 cows. Facilities include an 18 AS HB cowshed and a newly renovated 3 BR house. There is runoff support shared between this farm and one other. We are looking for an energetic Contract Milker that can get the farm up to its full potential and look to improve production. Last season's production was 58,000 kg MS with current season ahead by 14%. Remuneration will be 32% with calf rearing and young stock bonuses as well. Costs will be restricted to shed, power and labour. The farm is around 20 km away from the towns of Morrinsville, Te Aroha and Paeroa with plenty of schooling options. Please respond with a current CV with relevant referees to be considered.

Located 5 mins from PioPio, 20 mins south of Te Kuiti, we are a Halter farm, system 2, milking 550 cows through a 46ashb with masti-tester, auto teat sprayer and Protrack.  The farm contour is flat-hilly.  For 1 June 2027 we are seeking an experienced Contract Milker or LOSM who has a real passion for the dairy industry & progressing in it, with outstanding pasture management, excellent animal husbandry and a drive to achieve top production while looking after the cows and the farm.  Average annual production over the previous four years has been 170,000 kgMS.  The farm record is 193,000 kgMS. Costs are: labour (3 FT labour units), motorbikes (including 1x 4x4) and fuel, electricity, rubberware and detergents. Equipment needed on farm are: calf rearing equipment, caus-mag spreader, fencing gear, knapsack sprayer, small tools & chainsaw. Our ideal applicant will have 2+years previous experience as a Contract Milker or LOSM, be drug free and have great farming...

We are seeking a reliable and motivated Dairy Farm Assistant to join our team.  This is a hands-on role supporting the day-to-day operations on the dairy farm. The successful candidate will have a strong work ethic, a commitment to animal welfare, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Assist with milking operations and general dairy farm duties. Monitor and maintain high standards of animal health and welfare. Identify and report animal health concerns promptly. Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment safely and efficiently. Assist with feeding, stock movements, fencing, and pasture management. Follow all farm health, safety, and biosecurity procedures. REQUIREMENTS Minimum 2-3 Years experience. Proven ability to operate farm machinery and equipment safely. Strong understanding of animal health and welfare practices. Valid New Zealand driver's license. Reliable, punctual, and able to manage time...

We are seeking a full time farm assistant. Main duties will include milking, stock work, break fences, tractor work, feeding out supplements, effluent application, spraying weeds, fixing fences, and calf rearing. You will be working alongside with farm owners, 2 x staff and/or independently. System 4, with silage, and PKE/Mix. Milking approximately 400 cows TAD in either a 50 bail rotary and/or 32 ASHB.We are 30mins north of Whangarei Applicants must have NZ residency or right to work in NZ. Please provide two references.

JOB DESCRIPTION: Stock Management •    Follow animal health programmes to maintain good health. Observes and report to senior staff any animals that need treatment. Move cows in an acceptable manner. Assist in calf rearing and winter grazing quietly and calmly. Feed Management •    Ensure that fences are put up correctly with power working. Carry out feed-out instructions so wastage is minimised, and all cows will have access to feed. Assist in the implementation of an effective weed control programme.  Milk Harvesting •    Follow dairy procedure so only high-quality milk is collected. Ensure that milking is completed to the required standards. Dairy plant and equipment are cleaned and maintained by following dairy plant hygiene requirements. Knows factors that will affect milk quality and safety regulations. On farm training will be provided. Environment •    Helps in keeping the farm tidy. Understand the farm effluent system and report to the Contract Milker if anything is not...

Milking: Assists in efficient and hygienic milking routine. Follows procedure to produce high quality milk. Carries out simple milk harvesting tasks as directed, and is developing correct skills to milk. Animals: Assists in safe handling of animals, reports any health and welfare issues as per farm policy. Assists with moving and handling animals safely, and observes and reports on wellbeing of all classes of stock Feed: Controls weeds. Sets break fences and feeds out as directed. Assists with pasture and crop weed control, and is learning about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops. Machine, vehicles and technology: Safely uses and maintains vehicles on farm as directed by on farm policy People: Works well with others, building a strong team culture. Is aware of the opportunities available to them in their personal and career goals, and is beginning to look for opportunities to move to the next level in their career. Health, safety and...