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We are seeking a  high performing 50:50 Sharemilker for the start of the 2027/28 season. The farm currently milks 750 July-calving cows and is located 20 minutes from Te Awamutu township. The farm is 245 ha milking platform on high fertility ash and silt loam soils. Milking through a 46 bail herringbone shed with in-shed meal system. Past three years production has averaged 350,000 MS. The farm runs at a system 4 level with 600 t of meal, 300 t PKE and 330 t of maize bought in each year.  Plus 4 ha of maize is grown on farm each year. 50 big square bales of hay are also bought in. The successful candidate will be honest and reliable with a strong work ethic, excellent all-round farm knowledge and a good ability to use initiative. Outstanding pasture management skills are a must. You will need great communication and the ability to build effective relationships—both with the Farm owners and with external professionals supporting the business.  You will be a person who...

Do not apply if you aren’t in New Zealand! We’re on the lookout for a reliable and enthusiastic relief milker to join our team for a short-term position leading up to Christmas! We’re milking 730 cows on 183 hectares in Mid Canterbury. We’re a friendly, chatty team who love a good laugh and plenty of banter, so a sense of humour is always a bonus! What we’re looking for: Reliability is a MUST! We need someone who turns up on time and can be counted on. Previous dairy farming experience would be great, but it’s not essential. A positive attitude and willingness to learn are just as important! Someone who works well in a team and isn’t afraid to get stuck in. A good sense of humour and the ability to have a laugh along the way! What we offer: A welcoming, supportive team with plenty of laughs. Remuneration based on experience. Short-term work until Christmas, with the possibility of further work after the New Year break for the...

We are looking for a skilled person to help run our 400 cow dairy farm near Tokoroa. The dairy is 36 aside with in-shed feeding. Young stock are kept on the farm. The applicant needs to have good tractor driving skills, pay an attention to detail and be able to work as part of a team. Candidates with previous New Zealand dairy farming experience are required. Applicants are required to provide good farming related references. Tasks on farm are rotated but attention is given to the particular skills an individual has strengths in. We aim to provide a learning environment with a supportive team of people. On the edge of Tokoroa with good schooling and sports facilities near. We have a no dogs policy. The applicant must currently reside in NZ and have 2 years NZ dairy farming experience. All suitable applicants must show a good work ethic, have no previous criminal history and be able to pass a drug test. We encourage on-farm and ITO training. The start date is negotiable.

We’re looking for a reliable, capable Herd Manager to join our team. We’re in our first season on a brand-new 1,500-cow dairy conversion. The farm covers 500 hectares, is fully irrigated and milks through a modern 80-bale Waikato rotary with Protrack, in-shed feeding, cow collars and Auto Smart Wash. Key responsibilities Managing the day-to-day running, feeding and performance of your herd. Monitoring animal health, identifying issues and carrying out treatments as required. Managing pasture allocation and grazing residuals in line with the farm feed plan. Assisting with mating, reproduction and herd improvement. Monitoring milk production, cow condition and herd performance. Maintaining accurate animal health and production records. Following health and safety procedures and maintaining high animal welfare standards. Working with the contract milker and wider team to meet farm targets. Skills and experience At least 12 months of relevant practical...

Pencarrow Farm is an award winning 800 cow farm located 5 minutes from Ashburton. The farm is fully irrigated with a 50 bale rotary, in shed feeding and ACRs. Pencarrow Farm has an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic Farm Assistant to join our team for the current 2025/26 season. This role includes but is not limited to feeding cows, effluent management, shifting irrigation (rotorainer, k-lines, sprinkers), milking, general farm duties and animal husbandry. Applicants will need to be motivated, honest and have a passion for a future in our industry. Dairy experience is preferred but not necessary. Must be able to take direction, yet show initiative and have a common sense. Must hold a current full drivers license and must be eligible to work in NZ and have a CURRENT VISA. On Pencarrow, we take pride in our stock, environment, farm and we place huge value in our employees. Staff progression within the industry is of importance to us, so if you are a good...

We are looking for a dependable Dairy Farm Assistant to join our Taranaki-based operation, located just 10 minutes from Inglewood. The role is to commence asap to be available to assist with mating. Our farm milks approximately 320 cows through a 40‑aside herringbone shed with in‑shed feeding. You’ll work alongside the farm owner and support the day‑to‑day running of the farm. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: ·        Milking and maintaining high hygiene standards ·        Setting break fences and moving stock ·        Young stock management ·        Weed control ·        Tractor operation ·        General repairs and maintenance of fencing and water systems The ideal candidate will have: ·        Holds a restricted or full driver’s licence ·        Is physically fit and capable of lifting heavy loads ·        Can work weekends and early mornings ·        Currently lives in New Zealand and is eligible to work...

Milking cows & all general farm duties , tractor driving & fencing etc

Dairy Herd Manager – Full Time, Permanent We’re seeking a Dairy Herd Manager to join our team on a 450-cow irrigated farm just north of Hunterville, in the Rangitīkei district. This is a full-time, permanent role on an 5 on, 2 off, 6 on 1 off roster. You’ll be based in a well-managed herringbone shed, working as part of a larger, coordinated operation with another nearby 450-cow property. The role focuses on daily milking, herd health, reproduction, and pasture management, with responsibility for guiding junior staff and keeping accurate records. If you have a passion for stock work, an eye for detail, and want to grow your career on a well-run, progressive farm, we’d like to hear from you. Key Responsibilities: Manage daily milking routines and maintain plant hygiene Monitor and treat animal health issues such as mastitis and lameness Assist with calving, mating, and young stock development Assist in feed allocation and pasture monitoring using farm...

Only apply if you are in New Zealand and available for interview.  We are seeking an honest and hard-working farm assistant to join our team. You will be part of 4 staff team and report to the farm manager. Milk 800 cows. 40 bail rotary, 2 support blocks for wintering cows, and rear 400 replacements. Fully irrigated via 2 pivots and 3 rotorainer shifted daily and 20 ha sprinkler. Duties are but not limited to: Milking - Assist in an efficient and hygienic milking routine. Follow the procedure to produce high-quality milk. Animals - Assist in safely handling animals and report any health and welfare issues per farm policy. Assist with moving and handling animals safely and observe and report on the well- being of all classes of stock. Feed - Set break fences and feed out as directed. Assist with pasture and crop weed control and learn about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops. Environment - Understand how dairy effluent systems operate and how effluent...

We require a Dairy Farm Assistant to join our family owned and operated Dairy Farm in Hororata. We have an excellent team of 4 and are looking for the right person who will complete our team. We are located in Hororata, Canterbury. We milk 800 cows through a 50 ASHB, with inshed feeding and allflex collars. We have 2 pivots and a few k-line. Our team culture is welcoming, hard working, efficient and genuinely enjoy what we do. Key tasks and responsibilities include but are not limited to : Milking : Assists with efficient and hygienic milking practices.  Animals : Assists the team in caring for the cows, keeping up with records, reporting and treating animal health conditions. Feed : Assists in weed control, sets up break fences and assists in feeding out.  Environment : Assists with effluent management, assists with shifting of K-line irrigation.  People : Works efficiently, works well with others, a strong team culture is crucial for our team and business....