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Latest Jobs

02/07/2026
Permanent - Full Time
2ic
1408 Tapanui, New Zealand
Herd Manager/2ic We are on the look out for a skilled and dedicated herd manager with the goal of becoming 2ic, to join our team this 26/27 season starting June. NOT ACCREDITED EMPLOYERS must be nz citizen or nz resident must be available for an in person interview. We milk all year round, milking 250 cows over June/July. Calving 150 in February, 100 in May and 600 in July/August. Farm is located 10 minutes from Tapanui, 25 minutes to Gore. Shed is a 54 bale rotary with ACR’s and smart wash. Cows wintered in Wintering barn on farm and on support blocks nearby Accommodation is available in tapanui only 5 mins away  Good and tidy farm infrastructure. 6 and 1 over calving 5 and 2 rest of season Key responsibilities will include: -Assisting with all aspects of the dairy farm including Milking, feeding, general farm maintenance and cow health. -Be confident but careful on a 4 wheeler. -Be...
Closing date for Applications:
01/08/2026
Assistant Manager (2IC)
Position Start Date:
01/07/2026
02/07/2026
Permanent - Full Time
2ic
Anonymous Masterton, New Zealand
Due to unforeseen circumstances We are looking for a 2ic to work with us on 148ha farm, milking 460 cows  through 32 bail rotary. Can start as soon as possible  Only apply if you are in New Zealand  We are looking for;  Someone that has a keen eye for feeding cows and looking after them as their own. A self-motivated person that is keen to learn, not afraid to ask questions and bring new ideas. Organisation is a must, knowing how to prioritise is key in this farming operation as will step up and take the reins in our absence. Tractor experience would be great advantage, but will be more than happy to teach We have 60 ha k-line takes about 2 and half hours to move daily over summer period  You must be physically fit  Clean criminal records  Random drug test As a 2ic , you are expected to work alongside the contract milkers to perform the following duties: Ensuring the effective operation of all aspects of the milking process, including plant hygiene...
Closing date for Applications:
01/08/2026
Assistant Manager (2IC)
Position Start Date:
01/06/2026
01/07/2026
Permanent - Full Time
$75,000 - $90,000 yearly
Multiple farms (Woodlands, New Zealand)
Due to unforeseen circumstances and having two people pull out on us we are on the hunt for another two people to join our small team before the upcoming calving. We are looking for a 2IC and a herd manger or someone with the desire to step into these rolls with training provided. We have positions available on two separate farms. both farms run a system 4. We are extremely passionate about our stock and strive for the best results both in production and animal health as well as maintaining a general high standard of farm upkeep and tidiness. Both farms milk around 450 Friesian cows through a modern 40 aside herringbone and 50 bail rotary cow sheds. Both farms are well set out with modern infrastructure utilising wintering barns and feed pads. Halter technology is utilised on both farms. roster is 6 on 1 off through calving then 6 on 2 off for the remainder of the season. both farms have 3-bedroom homes.
Closing date for Applications:
31/07/2026
Assistant Manager (2IC) Herd Manager
Position Start Date:
20/07/2025
01/07/2026
Permanent - Part time
$35.00 - $40.00 hourly
32661 Tim and Ruby Ryan 653 Gladfield Road, Bayswater, New Zealand
We are looking for a reliable relief milker to join our team on a permanent basis. The role includes: *Every second weekend milking *Additional weekday milkings available if wanted *Opportunity for tractor work on our neighboring runoff, making this an ideal role for someone wanting extra hours  Dairy Farm: 60 Bale Rotary In-Shed Feed Cup-Removers Pro-track Allflex collars 2-Person Shed - always supported by a full-time staff member 700 cows split into two mobs (400/300)   Milking times: Morning 5:00am - 7:30am Afternoon: 2:30pm - 5:00pm  Runoff: The runoff is 200ha. This work would involve topping, mowing baleage and moving baleage to crop paddocks. *We are located on Gladfield Road, 10 min from Otautau and 5min from Drummond. *No accommodation is available. This is a drive-in position *Start date is flexible, ideally August onwards.  To apply: If this sounds like the role for you, please send your CV to...
Closing date for Applications:
31/07/2026
Relief Milker Tractor Driver
Position Start Date:
03/08/2026
01/07/2026
Permanent - Full Time
Kopua Otorohanga, Te Awamutu, Waipa
Seeking a fulltime Herd Manager / Farm Assistant. Kopua farm is central to Te Awamutu, Otorohanga, and Pirongia. Situated on a no exit road with minimal traffic. This role would suit someone who has dairy farming experience and can bring a steady, positive presence to complement our young energetic team. The successful applicant will have complete support from the farm manager and owners to help them be successful in the role and progress further within the diary industry. This position offers room to climb the ladder as the business owners own and operate several farms in the Waikato and King Country.   Accommodation provided in the form of a cozy 3 by 1 bedroom home with small office/4th room, With a wood burning stove top fire , And heat pump, Currently renovating the kitchen. Kopua Farm is 280ha of mainly flat land which is a pastoral based system 2 dairy unit, Calving 940 cows. Milking through a 50 bale herringbone shed. Milking once a day for young stock...
Closing date for Applications:
31/07/2026
Farm Assistant Herd Manager
Position Start Date:
01/05/2026
01/07/2026
Permanent - Full Time
Galatea, New Zealand
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...
Closing date for Applications:
22/07/2026
Farm Assistant
Position Start Date:
27/07/2026
01/07/2026
Fixed Term
Lichfield, New Zealand
We are looking for someone to come in and cover milkings through the 2026/27 season so staff are able to have annual leave and get other jobs done around the farm during milking hours. We run a split calving system so milkings are all year round and consistent.  54 bail rotary with cup removers and automatic teat spray so is just one person milking. There will be someone to help with herd change overs and when the red mob comes through so you arent left to yourself. There is always someone outside loading or doing other jobs that if you have an issue you can call on. The role will include both morning and afternoon milkings within our 7:2, 7:2, 7:3 roster There is the opportunity over the summer for extra work like weeds but this isnt guaranteed. This would suit either a drive in person if you have your own accommodation, or we do have a SINGLE person living complex that is available. The living complex comes with a living area including little kitchenet, a small...
Closing date for Applications:
31/07/2026
Farmhand Milk Harvester Relief Milker
Position Start Date:
01/06/2026
01/07/2026
Permanent - Full Time
CLN Limited Culverden, New Zealand
An opportunity has become available to join our team on an  830 cow dairy farm near Culverden.   We are not an accredited employer. A  pre-employment drug test and police check will apply. If you are someone who enjoys doing the basics well, values a tidy workplace,  and takes pride in a job done properly, we’d love to hear from you.  This role would suit someone who enjoys working with stock, takes ownership of their work and wants to continue developing their skills within the industry. We're looking for someone with at least one year of New Zealand dairy farming experience or transferrable farming skills.  About the role: You’ll be involved in all aspects of day-to-day farm operations, including: Milking and shed hygiene   Animal health and welfare Setting Break fences, feeding out and monitoring water General farm maintenance Supporting the wider team to keep the farm running smoothly Following all farm health and safety procedures What we’re...
Closing date for Applications:
17/07/2026
Farm Assistant
Position Start Date:
27/07/2026
01/07/2026
Permanent - Full Time
$26.00 - $30.00 hourly
Cultivate Partners Southland, New Zealand
Milking - Perform a efficient and hygienic milking routine.  Follow procedure to produce high quality milk.   Animals - perform safe handling of animals, report any health and welfare issues as per farm policy.  Moving and handling animals safely and observe and report on wellbeing of all classes of stock.       Feed - Set break fences and feeds out as directed. Pasture and crop weed control and learn about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops.    Environment - aware of dairy effluent systems operate and how effluent affects the on-farm environment and be aware of regional council requirements and their responsibilities to comply with these.    People - work well with others, building a strong team culture.  Develop an understanding of what makes a good farm team, and how their actions affect the wider team.    Machine, vehicles, and technology - Practice the safe use and maintenance of vehicles on farm as directed by on farm...
Closing date for Applications:
15/07/2026
Farm Assistant
Position Start Date:
16/07/2026
01/07/2026
Casual
Guthrie Contracting Hokitika, New Zealand
🐄 Milk for Rent Position Available – New Zealand We're looking for a reliable and motivated person or couple for a Milk for Rent position. The position includes: • 3-bedroom house • 22 ASHB dairy with in-shed feeding • Milking approximately 270 cows • Halter system being installed, operational from August This is a great opportunity for someone who takes pride in their work and wants to be part of a well-set-up dairy operation. Please note: You must already be in New Zealand and have the legal right to work here. If you are not currently in New Zealand, please do not apply. If you're interested, send us a message with a bit about yourself and your dairy farming experience.
Closing date for Applications:
31/07/2026
Assistant Manager (2IC) Farm Assistant Farmhand Fencer Relief Milker Tractor Driver Other
Position Start Date:
01/07/2026