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We are looking for a new relief milker to join the team, currently milking 490 cows through a 44 a side herringbone with acrs on twice a day milking. Postion  will be for 2-3 days a week plus possibly covering annual leave. We are a younger team that likes to have a laugh and make milkings enjoyable. Some experience is preferred but am willing to teach. Hourly rate will be on experience $28-35 a hour This is a drive in position located 10mins from winton(between winton and drummond) Not accerdited emloyer.

Feed Production Management • Assist with any feed planning or the management of as appropriate. • Assist to manage weeds and pests to maintain pasture and crops. • Milking • Ensure the effective operation of all aspects of the milking process, including plant hygiene and somatic cell count, to maintain grade free standards. Effluent • Operate and maintain the effluent system on your farm to all regional council compliance requirements and the employer’s additional standards. • Maintain all appropriate effluent management records. • Know what to do when things go wrong. Animals • Implement animal health program to maintain good health. • Assist with calving and the calf rearing program to achieve minimal losses and ensure high quality replacements are available for the herd. • Ensure all herd records are maintained. Business • Work with the Dairy Farm Manager to contribute to Farm Business Plan. • Assist to manage repairs and maintenance schedule for all plant, machinery and...

Relief Milker Join Our Team We are looking for a reliable and motivated  Relief Milker to join our team on a modern 600-cow spring-calving dairy farm in the Manawatū. This is a fixed-term position to provide additional support during the busy calving season. The role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with livestock, takes pride in producing quality work, and wants flexible employment within a supportive team environment. Whether you're an experienced relief milker or looking to further your dairy farming career, we'd love to hear from you. About the Role This position is fixed-term for the duration of the calving season, with an anticipated finish at the end of November 2026 (or by agreement), when seasonal staffing requirements reduce. You will work alongside an experienced team, helping ensure the farm continues to operate efficiently during our busiest time of the year. Key Responsibilities Carry out efficient and hygienic...

We are looking for an experienced farm assistant with a proven track record to join our team milking 440 cows through a 40 aside. We are a team of 4 who each play an important role in running an efficient system. A few things that make our operation simple to run includes the use of batt latches, auto drafting, auto plant wash, automatic cup removers and the Allflex collars system. Cups on at 5.30 in the morning and 3pm in the afternoons. Essentials only on the weekends.  Animal health and wellbeing is at the forefront of how we operate. We require a fully capable farm assistant who is prepared to hit the ground running and assist with all aspects of the day to day running of the farm including but not limited to: Animal health (prevention, identification & treatment) Setting up accurate break fences Loading up/feeding out on feed pad Effluent management Machinery operation & maintenance Weed control Fencing Running and maintaining the dairy plant...

What we are looking for We are currently recruiting a Farm Assistant starting early October. We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and driven person to help us successfully run the day to day operations of the farm. You will work within a team of 6 people including hands on Contact Milkers.  We place a strong emphasis on animal health, pasture management, and overall farm presentation. Our system is built around well-fed, healthy cows, with a focus on maximising grass utilisation and strategically supplementing when required. About the farm Based in Rakaia, just 5 minutes from Rakaia town. 25 minutes from Ashburton and 45 minutes from Christchurch. 1250 cows on a 306ha effective dairy platform. Fully self-contained with a neighbouring support block. 60 bail rotary with in shed feeding, ACRs, auto drafting, and protrack. Good reliable irrigation with 6 pivots, fixed grid, 2 rotorainers & some sprinklers on the corners. Spring calving, grass based...

Do you enjoy farming, but dont want to be stuck in the cowshed all of the time? Do you want plenty of variety in your job, and to work with a great team? Due to expansion within our business, we are looking for someone to help our runoff manager. We are a family owned business with five dairy farms and a number of runoffs. We do a significant amount of the contracting work "in house," so are searching for someone with a wide range of skills. Your daily work would be quite varied and would include tractor/ground work, silage/baleage making, and stock work. Over winter we help to shift the dairy cows on crop and sometimes may do some milkings on the dairy farms. We work as a team so require someone with great communication skills and the ability to get on with a wide range of people. You will report to our runoff manager, who will provide support and training as needed. A positive attitude and a high work ethic are needed. There will be times (e.g. baleage making), where the hours...

We are Agricultural Spray contractors based in Matamata, carrying out agricultural weed and crop spraying.   What you will be doing   * Operating a spray truck safely and efficiently * Applying agrichemicals accurately using GPS-guided equipment * Mixing and handling chemicals in line with NZ safety standards * Completing daily vehicle and equipment maintenance * Keeping accurate job and spray records * Providing professional service while working independently and as part of a team   What we’re looking for   * Full NZ driver’s licence with Class 2  * Must have Growsafe - Certified Handler Certificate * Experience operating agricultural machinery is highly regarded * Mechanically minded with good problem-solving skills * Reliable, honest, and able to work long hours during the busy season * Strong communication and...

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Dairy Herd Manager to support the day-to-day management and operation of our dairy farm in Morrinsville. This is a senior on-farm role involving responsibility for herd management, pasture planning, staff supervision, animal health, and compliance. The successful applicant will work closely with the farm owner to ensure efficient, productive, and compliant farm operations. Key Responsibilities Day-to-day herd and farm management Pasture and feed planning and allocation Monitoring animal health, welfare, and production Staff supervision, training, and task coordination Record keeping and reporting Milking and dairy shed operations as required Pay and Conditions Pay: $29.66 per hour based on 48 hours per week Hours: 48 hours per week Accommodation: On-farm accommodation available  Overtime: Paid where applicable Leave: As per New Zealand employment...

We are after a Farm Assistant to join the team as our current farm assistant is finishing up after calving. We are a 650 (peak) cow farm. Milking through a 30 a side herringbone shed with cup removers. Farm is flat to rolling contour. Farm duties include but not limited to Milking Shed/plant cleaning and maintenance Weed control Fencing Effluent management General stock management General R&M This position is until the end of the 2026/2027 season. May be available for the next season   The ideal applicant would have NZ farming experience. Must be able to work well in a team and independently. Follow instructions. Able to identify animal health issues. Farm is situated 10mins North of Tokoroa. Please only apply if you are currently living in New Zealand and currently eligible to work in NZ. We are not an Accredited Employer.

We are seeking an experienced, motivated, honest, and reliable Herd Manager to join our dairy farming operation. This position involves a high level of responsibility in the day-to-day management of a 47 0-cow herd across a 16 0-hectare property , milking through a 40 -aside herringbone shed . The successful candidate will work closely with the sharemilker and the other experienced team member, take a proactive role in decision-making, planning, and implementation of on-farm operations. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Milking and maintaining high standards of shed hygiene Stock handling and animal welfare Feeding management, pasture utilization and allocation Fencing, weed control, and general farm maintenance Operation, care, and maintenance of farm machinery and equipment Planning and coordination with the sharemilker (strong communication and organisational skills are essential) Accurate record keeping,...