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We require a Herd Manager within an established owner operated dairy farming business, situated at Dunsandel, 35 minutes drive south of Christchurch, working on our 890 cow dairy farm and dairy support runoff. We require a person who is reliable & has a good work history. The focus of the role is to support the Farm Owners and team on the farm to assist with daily operational tasks as directed, feeding of cows on pasture and crop, running of the dairy shed including milking and handling of cows, ability to administer & record animal health treatments, assisting the team with the management of calf rearing, assisting with the farm's annual reproduction programme, assisting with movement of irrigation, using and maintaining general farm vehicles & equipment including tractors and a feed out wagon / fertiliser spreader, carrying out general farm maintenance and following health, safety and wellbeing procedures. We require a person who has the ability to work well...

Key duties Lead daily milking and shed routines (rotary, ACR/ProTrac); maintain milk quality and hygiene Manage day-to-day herd routines: stock movement, drafting, yard work Animal health and welfare: identify issues (mastitis/lameness etc), treat/report as per farm protocols, keep accurate records Support calving, mating and seasonal herd tasks; record events as required Implement feeding plan (incl. break fences, feed-out, in-shed feed checks) Follow environmental/effluent/irrigation requirements as applicable and report issues Support team coordination and training; follow health & safety procedures General farm upkeep and basic maintenance; report breakdowns promptly Minimum Hours = 30 hours per week, annual hours  2600 per season Minimum requirements Applicants must meet ONE of the following: At least 2 years of relevant dairy farming experience, OR A relevant NZQA Level 4...

Our farm milks 800 cows on a rolling hill farm at Browns in Central Southland. We have high producing cows whith 450 wintered on the farm and young stock being grazed off after weaning. We milk through a 40bail one man shed with acr's, auto drafting, auto teat spraying and in shed feeding. Milking is a rostered team effort.. Production is aiming for 525ms per cow. Job is for someone that can fit into rosters and is competent in all aspects of milking such as hygiene with plant wash, mastitis detection and treatments. Competent tractor driving skills would definitely be an advantage with plenty of mowing, feeding out and making of baleage. Overall someone that is reliable and wants to do things correctly for the farm, cows and staff with a can do attitude is what we are after.

We are a high producing 700 cow farm set on 245Ha of stunning countryside just a couple of minutes’ drive to Tuatapere and about 50 mins to Invercargill.   We consider ourselves to be good employers due to the fact that our current herd manager has been with us for 5 years, however due to family reasons this person is now leaving us, so we have some big shoes to fill. Having spent 16 years now in the dairy industry we know what it takes to be successful, so we are seeking someone who will have the same outlook as us.   We work hard, but we also ensure that everyone has a healthy work/life balance - we work well as a team, we communicate and we get the job done.   Our cows are in excellent health, and we intend to keep them that way, so you must possess strong animal husbandry skills, honesty and be able to work unsupervised, and have natural initiative; if you see something that needs doing - then do it!  If you break something, tell someone, its simple really. You respect...

About the Farm Join our team on a progressive 430-cow dairy farm located near Feilding . We focus on high animal welfare, sustainable farming, and modern efficiency. We are fully integrated with Halter virtual fencing technology . This system removes the need for traditional break-fencing and intensive stock shifts, making the daily workflow significantly smoother for our team. We are seeking a motivated, tech-friendly Full-Time Farm Assistant who is excited to work with smart-farming systems and grow their career in the NZ dairy industry. Key Responsibilities Virtual Pasture Management: Utilise the Halter app to manage pasture breaks, schedule shifts, and monitor herd movements remotely. Milking & Shed Hygiene: Assist with daily milking in our 32-aside herringbone milking shed, ensuring excellent milk quality and cleanliness. Animal Health Monitoring: Interpret data insights from the Halter system to identify health alerts (like heat...

About the Farm Join our team on a progressive 490-cow dairy farm located near Marton town. We focus on high animal welfare, sustainable farming, and modern efficiency. We are fully integrated with Halter virtual fencing technology . This system removes the need for traditional break-fencing and intensive stock shifts, making the daily workflow significantly smoother for our team. We are seeking a motivated, tech-friendly Full-Time Farm Assistant who is excited to work with smart-farming systems and grow their career in the NZ dairy industry. Key Responsibilities Virtual Pasture Management: Utilise the Halter app to manage pasture breaks, schedule shifts, and monitor herd movements remotely. Milking & Shed Hygiene: Assist with daily milking in our 36-aside herringbone milking shed, ensuring excellent milk quality and cleanliness. Animal Health Monitoring: Interpret data insights from the Halter system to identify health alerts (like...

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated 2IC / Herd Manager to join our team on a 450-cow dairy farm in Ohinewai, North Waikato. We milk through a 30-aside herringbone shed on a mix of flat and rolling pasture. The position is available to start on 20 November 2026 . You will work alongside the Farm Manager and relief milking staff, helping with the day-to-day running of the farm. This is a great opportunity for someone who is passionate about dairy farming and looking to develop their skills and progress within the industry, with potential opportunities to grow within our wider farming business. Roster 11 days on, 3 days off through the main part of the season. 12 days on, 2 days off during calving and mating. Accommodation A three-bedroom house with a double garage is available. This position could also suit a couple, with the opportunity for your partner to undertake relief milking if interested. About you We are looking for someone who is:...

We have an exciting opportunity for a progressive and motivated operator to contract milk our 880 cow farm in the heart of the Taieri plains, close to Dunedin. The farm owners promote excellence across all aspects of their business and are looking to form a long-term relationship with someone whom shares their passion and vision for the dairy industry. The successful applicant will have sole charge of the dairy platform operation including liaising with contractors and farm service people. Applicants should be able to demonstrate a history of managing effective teams and creating a positive work place. Other desired attributes include: - exceptional pasture management and feed planning - A history of meeting target farm KPI's - Strong communication and time management skills - Prioritises animal health/husbandry - Has a strong understanding of farm compliance and H&S requirements - Willingness to learn and incorporate new technology/innovation. Contract terms can be negotiated...

Contract milking position available. Tasman region. 

We are seeking a reliable, self-motivated Relief Milker to join our team and assist with milking operations on our 480-cow dairy farm, located 10 mins drive from Marton. This role is ideal for an experienced milker looking for flexible hours, weekend work, or someone wanting to pick up extra shifts during the dairy season. You will work closely with our permanent farm team to maintain high standards of milk quality, animal welfare, and shed hygiene. Key Responsibilities Milking Operations: Efficiently milk cows using our 36-bail herringbone system. Stock Management: Bring herds to and from the shed safely, demonstrating a calm approach and excellent stockmanship. Shed Hygiene: Perform standard plant and silo wash procedures post-milking, maintaining strict cleanliness standards. Animal Health: Monitor the herd for signs of mastitis or lameness, and strictly manage withheld milk protocols (penicillin/colostrum herds). Skills &...