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We have a job for an experienced farm worker (3+ years) for an Assistant Manager position on a farm in the Howard area. This is for a 640 cow farm, 1 hour 20 minutes from Nelson, milking through a 50 Bail Rotary shed. You'll have a range of responsibilities including the day-to-day management support including: - Milking - Shed Management - Animal Husbandry and Production - Animal Health Monitoring, Management and Treatment - Pasture and fodder Management - Maintenance of Shed, Equipment and Machinery - Know and meet regulatory rules & requirements - Breeding, Calving and Calf rearing Management - Cattle transportation - Contractor Organisation and Management - Staff Management - and other general farm duties. Weekly hours are a minimum of 35 and a maximum of 45. Since farm work is dependent on a number of unknown factors like weather and animals, should you work beyond the agreed maximum hours in a fortnightly pay...

We have a job for an experienced farm worker (2+ years) for a Herd Manager position on a farm in the Howard area. This is for a 640 cow farm, 1 hr and 20 minutes from Nelson, milking through an 50 Bail Rotary shed.  You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested and developing including: - Milking and monitoring milk quality, - training junior staff, - stock handling and feeding (feed mgt), - fencing, weed control, - calving, calf rearing, - shed maintenance & preparation, - tractor operation for feeding out, baling, mowing and silage - monitoring, recording and maintaining animal health - and other general farm duties. Weekly hours are a minimum of 35 and a maximum of 45. Since farm work is dependent on a number of unknown factors like weather and animals, should you work beyond the agreed maximum hours in a fortnightly pay period , you will be paid the agreed overtime hourly rate beyond the maximum hours....

We are seeking a reliable Dairy Farm Assistant for our Dannevirke-based dairy farm, starting March 2026, milking approximately 300 cows through a 24-aside herringbone shed with ACR's. You will be working alongside a contract milker and the farm owner, assisting with day-to-day farm operations. Independent on-farm accomodation provided. The ideal applicant will: - Be able to solo milk (preferred) - Have basic tractor experience (preferred) - Be reliable, motivated, and willing to learn - Currently live and able to work in NZ. We are not AEWV employers On-the-job training is available, and we’re happy to teach the right person. If you’re keen to grow your skills in the dairy industry, we would love to hear from you. Please email   [email protected] for more details or to send us your CV.

An opportunity is available for an experienced and motivated Herd Manager on a progressive dairy farm located approximately 20km southeast of Te Awamutu. The Farm 270ha dairy operation 800 cows milked (150 autumn calving, 650 spring calving) 50-bale rotary shed with cup removers and meal feeder Annual on-farm Jersey bull sale held each September All young stock retained on farm Very well-maintained property with excellent systems in place The Role You will work alongside the farm owners and team, taking responsibility for the day-to-day management of the herd and assisting with the smooth operation of the farm. This is a hands-on position that requires a strong work ethic, particularly through calving and other busy periods. The Successful Applicant Will: Have strong stockmanship and animal health skills Be reliable, organised, and self-motivated Work well within a team Take pride in maintaining high farming standards We Offer:...

We require an experienced, reliable and honest relief milker to join our team. The property milks 640 cows through a 50 bale rotary (in-shed feeding, ACR’s, auto teat spray, drafting and Halter). The farm is located in Winchmore, Mid Canterbury within 13mins drive of both Ashburton and Methven. There is no accommodation available on farm - drive in position.  Available milkings are afternoon milkings on Sunday, Monday, Wednesday and Thursday. With the potential for more milkings. Experience required and pay will reflect amount of experience. You must be a NZ citizen, permanent resident or have a valid work visa and currently be in New Zealand to apply for this position.

On behalf of our client, we are seeking a Farm Assistant to join a well-established farming operation in Central Hawkes Bay. We are looking for someone with strong interpersonal skills and excellent communication, who can work effectively on their own and as part of a close-knit team. The successful candidate will be reliable, hardworking, and have a strong work ethic. Requirements : Dairy experience essential Strong communication and interpersonal skills Ability to work well individually and within a team Reliable with a strong work ethic Motivated and capable of taking initiative Farm Features 24-aside herringbone dairy shed Working in a team All silage made on the property All calves reared on-farm Accommodation & Location Comfortable 4-bedroom house provided Local school nearby Great rural community and lifestyle opportunities Please apply online with a cover letter, and detailed CV which includes at least 2 of your current...

Upper Balmoral Tekoa Road  This is a great opportunity to gain hands-on experience working on a medium size dairy farm. Peak 620 cows, 54 bail rotary, flood wash, modern farm.  Duties may include: Milking and assisting with the day-to-day running of the dairy Feeding and animal care Calf care General farm work and maintenance Helping with seasonal jobs as required We are looking for someone who is  enthusiastic, hardworking, practical and keen to learn . Previous dairy or farming experience is preferred, but we are happy to consider the right agricultural student with a good attitude. The position would suit a Lincoln Student looking to spend their summer gaining practical dairy farming experience. Time off over New Years. 

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...

After three formidable years consistently lifting production, the current sharemilkers are moving onto a new opportunity.  The farm is located 8km from Otorohanga in the northern King Country. Converted from a finishing farm around 20 years ago, it has modern infrastructure with a 54-bail rotary, feed pad and ancillary buildings.  Utilizing a system 3 with approx. 1500kgDM/cow purchased alongside maize grown on farm. Planned start of calving around the 20th July with a peak production of 389,000KGMS and a three-year average of 335,000KGMS from a cross bred herd (which may be available for purchase)  Young stock are grazed on owner's runoff.  A standard Federated Farmers contract is utilised.  The farm has three modern three-bedroom brick homes which are well maintained.  Otorohanga is a thriving rural town with good schooling options including Otorohanga College. Hamilton is 45 minutes' drive to the North.  we are seeking suitably qualified sharemilkers who are:...

You must be in NZ before apply. This role is to mainly milk cows, dairy shed and plant hygiene, some other farm jobs such as moving stock and spraying weeds. Ideally some NZ dairy experience or some training completed be preferred  .