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Latest Jobs

30/08/2026
Permanent - Full Time
$28.00 hourly
RPL Inchbonnie, New Zealand
Our beautiful farm sits at Inchbonnie, right in the heart of the Lake Brunner catchment on New Zealand's stunning West Coast. Mountains, rivers and native bush framing every view, with Lake Brunner itself just down the road. Moana's 15 minutes away, Greymouth and Hokitika 45, Christchurch a couple of hours. It's the kind of setting people travel the world to see, and you'd get to live here. Currently seeking to fill the position of a strong Dairy Farm Assistant to join our family contract milking team. If you have a partner who can calf rear and relief milk under supervision, this will complement our team brilliantly. Our cows are everything to us; their health and wellbeing come first, always, and that's not going to change. So strong animal husbandry skills and a genuine instinct for animal health are essential — this isn't optional, it’s the core to who we are. We calf in Spring and do not Winter Milk. To make the shortlist: minimum 1 year of NZ dairy experience, and you...
Closing date for Applications:
29/09/2026
Farm Assistant
Position Start Date:
18/08/2026
30/08/2026
Permanent - Full Time
34952 Otautau, New Zealand
Due to a change in circumstances we are looking for 2x team members from the beginning of September to join our team full time. We milk 750 cows through a modern 54 bail rotary that is centrally located. Our roster is 6 days on 1 day off over calving with the remaining season 6 days on 2 days off. Accommodation available is: 1x large 4 bedroom house with a heatpump & gas hot water 1x small 2 bedroom cottage with a heatpump We are not accredited employers so you must have the legal right to work in NZ. Experience is required.
Closing date for Applications:
29/09/2026
Assistant Herd Manager Assistant Manager (2IC) Farm Assistant Herd Manager
Position Start Date:
09/09/2026
29/08/2026
Permanent - Full Time
Tessa Maruia, New Zealand
Top 400 cows twice a day, the rest once a day morning only, everything once a day March to end of May. We have a system that allows for not getting cows in, they walk themselves to milking while the coffees being drunk. Calves are grazed off farm from January till they return in May the following year as in calf. All ground work is done in house so plenty of tractor work available. We are looking for a permanent staff member to jump aboard our team once our Scottsman's visa has run out in November. Preferably chasing a character that knows how to jump into battle when the busy time is on. Must have a can do attitude and be willing to get their hands dirty, be able to laugh and have a genuine interest in dairy farming. 3 bedroom house with log burner. Firewood available on farm. We are NOT accredited, work visas welcome
Closing date for Applications:
28/09/2026
Assistant Herd Manager Assistant Manager (2IC) Farm Assistant Farmhand Herd Manager Tractor Driver
Position Start Date:
01/11/2026
29/08/2026
Permanent - Full Time
73944 Waipa
You must be in NZ to apply for this position - we are not an accredited employer! We have an opportunity for a Farm Assistant on our farm in Rotoorangi – 10 minutes from Cambridge. We milk 600 cows in a modern 50-bale rotary, running two herds. Our farm is relatively flat with the odd rolling hill. We use cow manager ear tags for heat and health detection and automatic drafting. In this role you will assist in the day to day running of the farm including milk and shed hygiene, effluent irrigation, break fencing, general maintenance and repairs and other farm duties. Our ideal Farm Assistant will need: Good communication skills Excellent stock management skills To be a great team member · Great time management skills We require someone who is reliable, fit and healthy. Someone who enjoys working with animals and seeing them do their best. A person who is keen to learn and progress within our farm business. We are looking at running a 9/2,8/2 roster (over...
Closing date for Applications:
31/08/2026
Farm Assistant
Position Start Date:
20/09/2026
29/08/2026
Casual Contract
$28.00 - $35.00 hourly
Southern vegetation control 2026 LTD Multiple farms (Waikaka, New Zealand)
Spray Truck Operator Southern Vegetation Control 2026 Ltd Southland & Otago | Full-time | Seasonal with long-term opportunities Southern Vegetation Control 2026 Ltd is looking for a reliable, motivated Spray Truck Operator to join our team. If you enjoy working outdoors, operating modern machinery, and taking pride in doing a quality job, we’d love to hear from you. About the role You’ll be operating a modern spray truck across Southland and Otago, carrying out agricultural and vegetation spraying for a wide range of clients. Every day is different, with a mix of cropping and vegetation control work in some of the best country the South has to offer. What you’ll be doing * Operating a spray truck safely and efficiently * Applying agrichemicals accurately using GPS-guided equipment * Mixing and handling chemicals in line with NZ safety standards * Completing daily vehicle and equipment maintenance * Keeping accurate job and spray records * Providing...
Closing date for Applications:
28/09/2026
Other
Position Start Date:
20/10/2026
29/08/2026
Permanent - Part time
$30.00 hourly
Scarlet oak ltd Otorohanga, New Zealand
Looking for a relief Milker 5mins from Otorohanga,  30 aside herringbone  cups on 530am and 3pm  5 days a fortnight including 1 weekend, dates flexible but will need to be fixed for rosters.  $30/hr start 30th July 
Closing date for Applications:
28/09/2026
Relief Milker
Position Start Date:
31/07/2026
28/08/2026
Casual
JMO DAIRIES LIMITED Dunsandel, New Zealand
Seeking a experienced, honest and reliable Relief Milker, that has excellent stock skills and management.   You must pass criminal and drug checks and be physically fit to be considered for the role. You must also have a full clean driving license and willing to work in a fast-paced environment. As a Relief Milker you are expected to work alongside the Farm Manager and other staff in: - milk harvesting - maintaining the cleanliness of the cow shed - operating and maintenance of effluent system - monitoring pasture, crop, and supplement management - monitoring stock feed - diagnosing animal ailments and conducting treatments - assisting in the erection and maintenance of fence. A good attitude and understanding of the day to day work on the farm is a must. You must be proactive at work. Must be eligible to work in New Zealand.  Pre-employment drug test is required.
Closing date for Applications:
05/09/2026
Farm Assistant Relief Milker
Position Start Date:
01/09/2026
28/08/2026
Permanent - Full Time
Hodgson Agri Ltd Multiple farms (Whangārei, New Zealand)
We are on the Hunt for a farm manager on our farm 10 minutes to whangarei We run 3 farms all close to whangarei 1500 cows in total so plenty of progression for the right person. There is a 3 bedroom house available. We use a consultant and provide plenty of support. Allflex collars auto drafting system 3 with maize and pke using a mixer wagon. 
Closing date for Applications:
27/09/2026
Assistant Manager (2IC) Herd Manager
Position Start Date:
01/09/2026
28/08/2026
Permanent - Full Time
Jett Ag Limited Otorohanga, New Zealand
Mid season opportunity to join our team! Milking peak of 480 cows through an internal rotary just minutes from town.  Roster 11 on 3 off. Essential work only on weekends.  Team of 3, Sharemilker, 2ic and Farm assistant.  3 bedroom 1 bathroom house.  Looking for someone hard working, experienced, honest and able to take charge of some of the farm responsibilities.  Send through CV on here or email [email protected]
Closing date for Applications:
27/09/2026
Assistant Manager (2IC)
Position Start Date:
21/09/2026
28/08/2026
Permanent - Full Time
TCD Agri Limited Apiti Rd, Kimbolton, New Zealand
Dairy Assistant or Herd Manager We are seeking a Dairy Assistant or Herd Manager to join our team milking 620 cows,  Located 45 minutes from Feilding, the farm milks 620 cows through a 50 bale rotary cowshed with ACR’s and is in the process of installing Halter. As part of a teams of 3, you will assist with daily operational activities. Te Awa Agri Limited:  A high performing dairy farm that is characterised by A team that cares, has fun and grows. Proud of the farm, animals and people. We are currently seeking Dairy Assistant or Herd Manager who have a passion for the dairy industry. Someone who takes pride in their work, has a passion for farming, is keen to learn and upskill, and all-round great attitude.  Chasing quality milk production from pasture, summer crop chicory and supplement over the feedpad or via in-shed meal, sets a great base to achieve 500kgMS/cow. We are seeking someone with a minimum of 2 years’ experience.  The Herd Manager position is...
Closing date for Applications:
06/09/2026
Farm Assistant Herd Manager
Position Start Date:
01/10/2026