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Build, repair and develop kiwifruit orchards with Baygold.     Baygold is seeking an experienced Irrigation & Development Machinery Specialist to join our Growth & Development team. This is a hands-on role for someone who thrives operating a wide variety of machinery and enjoys seeing the results of their work take shape in the orchard. We're not looking for someone who can only drive a tractor or excavator. We're looking for a true machinery generalist with broad practical experience across agricultural, horticultural, earthworks, irrigation, and development equipment.   About the Role     Working across our kiwifruit orchards, you'll support orchard establishment, redevelopment, irrigation installation, drainage projects, infrastructure repairs, and general development works.    No two days are the same. One day you may be trenching for irrigation lines, the next ripping ground preparation, installing drainage, operating a tractor with...

Build Kiwifruit Orchards from the Ground Up     Are you a farmer, contractor, machinery operator, fencer, or hands-on rural worker looking for a new challenge?   At Baygold , we don't just grow kiwifruit orchards, we build them. From bare paddocks to fully developed orchards, our Construction Team creates the foundations that support some of New Zealand's best kiwifruit operations.   We're looking for practical, hardworking people who enjoy operating machinery, working outdoors, and seeing the results of their work every day. The role involves orchard construction, machinery operation, pole and wire installation, high shelter construction, and general site development.   We're Looking For People With     Farming, fencing, contracting, earthworks, or construction experience    Confidence operating machinery safely and efficiently    A strong work ethic and positive attitude    Good practical problem-solving skills...

Senior Farm assistant position available 30 minutes east of Taupo until 31st May 2027 ( Employment on another of the companies farms maybe possible after this date but not guaranteed). 3 bedroom house with internal garage. 1250 cows milked through a 80 Bale Rotary.  Position will suit a couple with relief milking and part time work on farm available over mating and to cover Annual leave.  Duties will include Milking, Getting cows in, setting up breakfences and general farm work. Position could also suit two people wanting to share accommodation and a fulltime plus part time position. 

Wairau Valley - near Blenheim We’re looking for an experienced and reliable Farm Assistant to join our team on a large-scale dairy operation milking .This role would suit someone with 2–3+ years’ dairy farming experience who is confident working independently, takes pride in their work, and is keen to be part of a hardworking, supportive team. The Role Day-to-day responsibilities will include: Milking and general cowshed duties Bringing cows to and from the shed Feeding out and confident tractor operation Setting up, shifting and maintaining K-Line irrigation Identifying and assisting with sick, lame or injured stock General stock work and animal health Fencing and general farm maintenance Assisting with other day-to-day farm operations as required About You We’re looking for someone who: Has at least 2–3 years of practical NZ dairy farming experience Is capable and confident milking cows Is...

Want to get into farming? We might be the place for you! Looking for someone who’s keen to learn, get stuck in and build their farming skills — you don’t need to know everything, but you should have a basic idea that cows aren’t lawn ornaments and gumboots are considered formal farmwear. We’re a 120ha self-contained dairy farm, milking 250 cows once a day, with all young stock and bulls reared on farm. What you’ll be doing: • Milking in our 32-aside herringbone with cup removers & auto drafting • Feeding out • General farm maintenance • Helping with calves, young stock & bulls • Basically, getting involved in all the good stuff that keeps a farm ticking! Who we’re looking for: Someone who: ✔️ Has some farming experience or a genuine understanding of farm life ✔️ Is keen to learn and willing to have a go ✔️ Is reliable, practical and takes pride in their work ✔️ Doesn’t mind getting their hands dirty ✔️ Can work well as part of a small team ✔️...

Lead machinery and infrastructure operations on a large, progressive dairy farm. Apatu Farms is a leading Maori agribusiness recognised for scale, performance, and operational excellence across Hawke's Bay. We are focused on people, productivity, and continuous improvement, operating a diverse range of horticultural, agricultural, and dairy enterprises. Our Plantation Dairy is a high-performing operation milking up to 1,800 cows through a modern 60-bale rotary, supported by a skilled team, quality infrastructure, and a commitment to doing things well. We are seeking a Machinery & Farm Operations Lead to take ownership of machinery, irrigation, effluent, and infrastructure operations across the farm. This is not just another tractor driving role. It's a hands-on leadership position where you'll plan, coordinate, and deliver key farm operations while leading a team of two machinery operators and setting the standard for performance, organisation, and equipment care....

We are looking for Herd manager to assist with running our 630 cow farm in Culverden. You main duties will be milking, cleaning cowshed, fencing, feeding calves, weed control, riding motorbike and other farm duties. One year of NZ dairy experience is a minimum and lvl4+ ITO qualification or similar Agriculture training is compulsory. Our candidate must be physically fit as manual work and heavy lifting may be required and be ready to wake up at 4am and work after 5pm if circumstance requires (with regular breaks). You also need to be ready to work weekends and holidays as required per your roster. Accommodation on farm provided so you need to have your own reliable transport due to the remote location of workplace. Weekly hours will be between 40-60 depending on part of the year. Pay is accommodation included. Sorry, no pets allowed.

We are searching for an enthusiastic and motivated farm assistant to join our team of 5 on an 1100 cow dairy farm located 10 minutes from Rakaia, 20 minutes from Rolleston which both provide excellent access to amenities and social/sports clubs and facilities. Ashburton, Methven and Christchurch are also within 40 minutes of the farm.  Key Responsibilities include: Milking cows efficiently in a 54-bail rotary with ACR's and auto teat spray. Animal health monitoring. Assisting with calving, calf rearing, and mating. Assisting with daily feed allocation. 2-Wheel motorbike operation. Fencing and weed control, Following milk quality and shed hygiene protocols. Health and Safety reporting. Assisting with effluent application. We are looking for an individual who meets following criteria: - Physically fit and healthy  Minimum of 1 years' experience  Ability to multitask  Honest  Punctual   Positive, can-do attitude...

Start ASAP | Up to 5 Months | Working Holiday Visa Looking for a genuine taste of Kiwi farm life? We’re looking for 2 reliable backpackers to join a dairy farm in the Reporoa area. The Job Milking and general dairy farm work Working with cows and livestock General farm duties Tractor work if experienced 45 hours guaranteed per week – average 45, maximum 50 What You’ll Need Dairy/milking experience – ideal Positive attitude and strong work ethic - essential Good English and able to follow instructions Full NZ driver licence and own vehicle – essential Comfortable working outdoors in all weather Tractor or motorbike experience is a bonus What’s On Offer Hourly pay + 8% holiday pay 45 hours guaranteed Low-cost shared on-farm accommodation Up to 5 months’ work Great opportunity to gain genuine NZ dairy experience Ready to get stuck in? Apply now – immediate start...

Start ASAP | Up to 5 Months | Working Holiday Visa Looking for a taste of the real Kiwi farm life? We’re looking for one reliable backpacker to join a dairy farm in the Amuri Plains area of Canterbury. This is a great opportunity to get hands-on NZ dairy experience, earn good money and enjoy the rural lifestyle. What you’ll be doing Milking and general dairy farm work Working with cows and livestock General farm duties and helping wherever needed Tractor work if you have the experience What we’re looking for You don’t need to tick every box, but dairy farming or milking experience is essential . We’re looking for someone who: Has a positive attitude and strong work ethic (essential) Has dairy farming/milking experience (essential) Has tractor and/or motorbike experience (ideal) Has good English and can follow instructions Has a Valid Driver’s licence & own vehicle (essential) Is comfortable...