Find Your Future in NZ Farming

Bavin Dairies Limited is a progressive dairy farming business located in the Nelson Lakes. We are committed to high animal welfare, excellent farming practices, and supporting our team. We pride ourselves on creating a positive workplace where everyone works together during one of the busiest and most rewarding times of the dairy season. About the Role We are looking for a motivated and reliable Farm Assistant to join our team for the peak calving period from 1 October through to 30 December. This role Might suit someone on a Working Holiday Visa who wants to experience New Zealand dairy farming while working alongside an experienced team. You’ll be involved in a wide range of day-to-day farm duties, with a strong focus on calving and caring for newborn calves. Key Responsibilities ● Assisting with calving and monitoring cows. ● Feeding and caring for newborn calves. ● Milking cows as part of the farm roster. ● Shifting stock and setting up...

We are seeking a reliable and motivated Dairy Farm Assistant to join our team on a 680 cow dairy operation. Its located in the Howard Area about 1hr 30mins from Nelson, milking through a 50 bail rotary shed. This is a hands on role assisting with the day to day running of the farm to maintain high standards of animal welfare, milk production and farm presentation. You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested and developing including: Milking cows twice a day and operating milking equipment. Feeding stock and managing pasture allocation. Monitoring animal health and reporting any issues Assisting with calving and young stock care Cleaning and maintaining the dairy shed and equipment General farm duties including fencing, weed control, irrigation and maintenance What we are looking for: Some dairy farm experience (approximately 6 months or more) preferred but not essential. Willingness to learn with full training provided. Physically fit...

We are seeking a Dairy Farm Assistant to work on an 1100-cow farm in the Murchison area. The farm is located approximately 20 minutes from Murchison and operates a 60 Bail Rotary milking shed. Previous dairy farming experience is preferred but not required for this role. You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested and developing including: - Milking twice a day - shifting cows and feeding  - fencing, weed control - calving, calf rearing - shed cleaning and setup - identifying and alerting managers to sick cows - Setting fences - and other general farm duties. Weekly hours are a minimum of 30 and a maximum of 50. Since farm work is dependent on a number of unknown factors like weather and animals, any hours worked beyond the agreed maximum in a fortnightly pay period will be paid at the agreed overtime rate.   The schedule may vary; Roster will be 6 days on, 2 days off for the rest of the year. Salary ranges...

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...

Relief milking position. Support from permanent employed staff when needed. Milking 1000 cows through an 80 bail rotary cowshed. Set roster for relief milking and more casual work may be available at times. Working as part of a 6 person team. At least 1 year experience required in New Zealand farming. Start date negotiable . Contact on 0211377447

We require an honest reliable Herd Manager to join our team in Southland. 2 years experience  or a qualification Level 4 or above required . Understands and takes responsibility for daily tasks such as running of the dairy, effluent management and feeding. Completes tasks with minimal supervision and can supervise and train other staff. Looks for opportunities to work more effectively and efficiently to improve the business.   Duties include but not limited to Milking: Manages an efficient and hygienic milking routine Animals: Manages safe handling of animals, records, reports and treat, any health issue   Feed: Controls weeds. Sets break fences and feeds out as directed. Environment: Assists with nutrients, effluent and water management People: Manages junior farm staff. Works well with others, building a strong team culture Machinery Vehicles and Technology: Safely uses and maintains plant and farm vehicles. Pay rate is $30 - $35 per hour....

Located near Ashburton, we run a farm for a company that cares about people and animals, they have high expectations and want to see people strive to be the best they can. We assist in keeping budgets low and this is carried over to staff to help us to achieve goals from the top down. Without like-minded people who have a strong work ethic and a caring nature, we wouldn't be able to do the job we do. We love to see our staff grow and evolve into higher positions on farm, we are more than happy to guide and teach you what you need to know to progress your dairy career further. "The sky is the limit" Key Responsibilities Farm Operations & Team Supervision -  Take responsibility for daily tasks such as milking operations, feeding routines, irrigation scheduling, and general dairy operations. -  Work independently with minimal supervision and take initiative to solve problems and improve efficiency. -  Supervise and support junior staff,...

We are seeking a motivated and reliable Farm Assistant or 2IC to join our team on a well-run dairy farm milking 450 Friesian cows. You will be working alongside the Sharemilker, one other full time staff member, and supported by relief staff.  The role involves assisting with milking in a 40 ASHB with cup removers and in-shed, animal health, tractor work and general farm duties, this role would suit someone who is willing to develop their skills, take on more responsibility over time, works well in a team and takes pride in their work.  Located close to Horsham Downs school and Hamilton, this position is ideal for a family or single person, pet's negotiable. 12 on, 2 off roster flexible with days. We are proud of our farm and animals and are looking for someone who will fit well with our team. 

We are looking for a reliable and experienced Farm Assistant to join our Dairy Farm  230 cows  26-aside herringbone with cup removers & in-shed feeding  Well-maintained farm & machinery  Work alongside owners  5 on 2 off roster  House available We are looking for someone who is Experienced and confident with machinery Confident working   sole charge Reliable and trustworthy Hardworking and takes pride in their work

Role Overview   We are seeking a motivated and experienced  Second in Charge (2IC)  to join our team. This role is a vital hands-on leadership position. You will work closely with the farm owners to oversee daily operations and you will have full operational responsibility for the farm when the owners are off. The dairy is a 22 aside herringbone with cup removers and in shed feed system. A 2700 sqm composting barn is under construction.   Key Responsibilities Herd Management & Stockmanship Milking Operations:  Leading efficient, high-standard milking routines and maintaining excellent shed hygiene. Animal Health:  Identifying, treating, and recording animal health issues, mastitis, and lameness. Breeding & Calving:  Assisting with heat detection, AI preparation, calving intervention, and calf rearing.   Feed & Pasture Management Pasture Allocation:  Executing the grazing plan,...