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We are seeking a motivated and capable Herd Manager to join our dairy operation in the Whitianga area. Milking 500 cows through a 40-aside herringbone shed, this role offers the opportunity to take ownership of day-to-day herd management while working alongside a team focused on high standards of stockmanship, pasture management, and farm performance. This position is well suited to someone who enjoys working with livestock, takes pride in animal care, and is looking to develop their skills. Key Responsibilities Assisting with all aspects of milking and dairy shed operation Managing herd health and animal wellbeing Heat detection and mating support Recording and maintaining accurate farm data Monitoring and managing pasture allocation Supporting calving and young stock management Maintaining high standards of animal welfare and farm presentation Operating farm machinery and equipment safely Contributing positively to the farm team and business goals...

The Taranaki Community Rugby Trust (TCRT) is a charitable trust operating two dairy farms in South Taranaki milking approximately 900 cows. Established in 2008, TCRT’s charitable purpose is to support the community game in Taranaki – growing community rugby through dairy farming. With distributions totalling more than $1.4m, TCRT has contributed to a range of initiatives that enable our community game. These include direct annual distributions to junior rugby through our clubs, funding Rugby Development Officers working in every school and club, support for women’s rugby, including premier partner of award-winning documentary No Tears on the Field, and TCRT are the major partner of Taranaki Rugby Referees Association who are on every field in every corner of Taranaki every week. With some exciting new developments ahead, both on farm and in rugby, we are seeking a volunteer trustee with a passion for helping us to enable the physical, social and mental health benefits that team...

450 cows, flat farm, 36 aside herringbone shed, low imput grass sysyem, handy to Tepuke, Tauranga, Whakatane 

Looking for a relief milker. Good Facility’s and good crew. 60 bale rotary. Protrack drafting.  

An exciting opportunity for an ambitious graduate or early-career farmer to develop their skills and build a future in the agricultural industry. Are you passionate about farming and looking for an opportunity to turn your knowledge and enthusiasm into a successful farming career? We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and ambitious individual to join our farming business in a unique development role, working alongside an experienced farmer and agricultural leader, and gaining exposure to multiple farms and a diverse range of agricultural operations. I am currently responsible for overseeing multiple farming operations across a range of agricultural enterprises. As the business continues to grow and develop, I am looking for someone to work alongside me, providing additional operational support and helping coordinate the day-to-day requirements across the farming business. This is an opportunity to be involved in a much bigger picture than a traditional farm...

Farm Assistant to join our team. MUST HAVE VISA or NZ RESIDENCY.  Located 15 min out of Rotorua, 45 min from Taupo, 30 min from Tokoroa.   Halter farm, we milk 575 cows through a 44 bail rotary shed, only requires one person in shed. Milking three herds, two are twice a day and one herd is once a day. Would consider fixed term if wanting to work the summer or permanent for someone wanting to stay on.  The successful applicant will help us with all aspects of the day to day running of the farm including milking, break fencing, machinery work, weed control, general maintence etc. One years’ experience is preferred, but the right attitude and desire to learn, plus a good work ethic are the most important attributes we ask for. In return, we provide a fun and supportive work environment. We fully encourage and support PrimaryITO training. We run a strictly drug free workplace and a pre-employment drug test may be required. If this sounds like a position for you then reply...

An exciting new position for an experienced 50/50 sharemilker.  Forecasted production 330,000kgms +

We are seeking a Dairy Farm Assistant to join our stable team of three full-timers.  Family owner-operators of a 233 ha dairy farm in Balfour. 30 minutes from Gore, 10 minutes from Lumsden. We milk 550 cows through a 50-bale rotary fitted with arcs, in-bail teat spray, auto wash, in-shed feeding, cow manager and Waikato auto-drafting  First-calving heifers are milked once a day year-round, reducing afternoon milking to 430 cows. Our cows are wintered in a barn, and all young stock are wintered on our run off. Key Responsibilities: Milking Setting up break fences Weed spraying Feeding out silage Calving assistance Shifting pods Feeding out/topping Shifting crops Animal health General farm duties as required We Offer: Supportive owner-operator environment Modern infrastructure and reliable systems 5 on / 2 off roster (Sunday Monday off) (6 on / 1 off during calving) 1 Bedroom self-contained accommodation with double glazing, heat pump, and a newly...

My husband and I are a young couple on a 450 cow dairy farm on the Western side of lake Taupo (30mins from Taupo town). The position we have available is from end of November onwards. The job will consist of milking and other general farm duties with flexible hours with a 8 and 2 8 and 3 roster. The successful applicate will need to have a car (license), work visa and a good attitude willing to turn their hand to anything. Outgoing and current employee references available on us

A fantastic opportunity is available to join a well-established, flat coastal dairy farm featuring excellent infrastructure and improvements. You will be employed by the Taranaki Community Rugby Trust (growing community Rugby in Taranaki through farming), supported by a respected committee and an experienced farm supervisor.   In this role, you will oversee and work alongside 1.5 additional labour units. This position offers an exceptional pathway for growth and advancement within the dairy industry. The applicants should be experienced in pasture management, supplement feeding and staff supervision.