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We are seeking someone to assist with the day-to-day management of our flat 210-hectare, 750-cow farm located in Te Awamutu. The successful applicant will work with our 2IC; they will need to be able to work well in a team environment. The aim is to create a positive environment for everyone to achieve both career and personal goals, with a realistic view on expectations and individual abilities. We expect staff to use common sense and take responsibility for their own actions. The ideal applicant must have a good sense of humor, be passionate about the industry, be quiet with stock, have a good understanding of animals, and work well with others as well as work alone. with at least an animal science degree, degree-related qualifications, and the proven ability to work with animals and ride 2- and 4-wheel motorbikes safely. Be able to set up electric fences, calve and rear calves, We require a cv and preferably at least 2 employer references Clear police history Clear drug history...

Located near Te Awamutu, we are a system 3-4 farm milking 750 cows through a 50-rotary. We are progressive in our farming practices, have modern facilities & machinery, and have good on-farm systems. We are seeking experienced (minimum 3 years) Assistant Herd Manager to join our team who have a passion for working with animals, have good communication, and are keen to progress in the farming industry, including undertaking Primary ITO studies. The position of assistant herd manager is designed to assist the farm manager in the overall running of the farm. 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; - the ability to identify mastitis, lame cows, and generally sick cows - setting fences - effluent spreading and learning how the system runs; - being able to follow instructions, communicate, and work as part of a team....

600-Cow 50/50 Sharemilking Opportunity | Dargaville, Northland  Just 10 km from Dargaville this well-established dairy business offers the opportunity to operate two neighbouring farms situated only 1 km apart.    There are currently 600 Friesian cows milking full season once a day, producing around 185,000 kgMS under a split calving regime. The farm has previously achieved 225,000 kgMS from 700 cows milked OAD, demonstrating farm potential.    The preferred arrangement is for one operator to manage both farms, although alternative structures will be considered for the right applicant.    The Farm   Farm 1   130 effective hectares   Approximately 250-280 cows   200 kgMS winter milk supply contract   26-aside herringbone dairy   36-hectare runoff located 1 km from the milking platform   Farm 2   180 hectares...

We are looking for a Senior Farm Assistant to join our farm in Hawera, South Taranaki. Conveniently located less than a 10 minute drive from the Hawera township, this Farm Assistant role presents an opportunity to develop your skill set on a medium input farm milking 1000 cows. Working in a team of four on an 8 on 2 off roster, with an average expected working week of 45 hours. The 320 hectare property is essentially flat with great infrastructure - 60 bale rotary with modern technologies that allow it be a one person shed, feed pad and cow collars. Ideal candidates for this role will preferably have a minimum of two seasons experience and have a passion for the dairy industry. A focus on continual improvement and the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment will be attributes we will look for, along with stock empathy, commitment to the role and the ability to be relied upon. You’ll need to be someone who is c ompetent on large machinery, c an manage...

We have a Dairy Farm Assistant position available on a 400 and 570-cow farm in the Waitaki Bridge area, approximately 15 minutes from Oamaru. The farms operates a 40 and 44 Aside Herringbone milking sheds. 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 35 and a maximum of 45. 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 but generally work hours are between 6am and go through 5pm with meal and rest breaks; Roster will be 8...

We are looking for an experienced and motivated team member to join our friendly team on our 1000-cow Canterbury Dairy Farm. Milking through a 70 bale rotary with ACRs, All Flex collars and Pro-track. We are proud of what we do and who we are as a team. We hope to find someone who takes pride in high standards of animal care, enjoys working with people, and wants to be part of a well-run and progressive farming operation. You will work closely with the Contract Milker, 2IC and wider team to ensure our herd is healthy, productive and well cared for, while maintaining high standards across all aspects of the role as a Dairy Farmer. This role would suit someone with experience in Dairy Farming who is experienced in milking cows, driving tractors and day to day animal care a treatments. 2 years experience atleast is ideal for this rold, but not vital as training can be provided and pay will relfect experience levels. Must be living in NZ currently! Criminal free record...

Carries   out   milk   harvesting   tasks   safely, efficiently, and correctly, and assists in training new employees on correct   techniques. Assists   with   solving   milk   quality   problems,   as per instructions in farm policy manual. Helps farm assistants to understand factors that   affect   milk   quality,   hygienic   milking   and mastitis control procedures. Cleans and maintains the milking plant and farm   dairy   equipment,   and   carries   out   hygiene inspections as per instructed in on farm policy   manual. Moves and handles animals safely, identifies and diagnoses animal health issues, and assists   with   treatments   and   prevention   in   line with farm policy. Records and maintains all herd health treatments and events according to on-farm policy   or   dairy   company   policy,   as   per   advised by manager. Observes, records and reports on cows preparing   to   calve,   and   calves’   cows   in   line with farm policy. Moves, handles...

Must apply via Rural Directions Website - https://www.ruraldirections.co.nz/jobs?ja-job=1128787   Your Role As 2IC, you’ll work closely with the Farm Manager across the day-to-day running of Monowai Dairy Farm, stepping up to oversee the farm when the Manager is away. This is a great opportunity for an experienced dairy team member ready to take on more responsibility, or an experienced 2IC/Manager looking to stay hands-on. Strong stockmanship and pasture management skills are essential, along with good communication, organisation and a positive attitude. You’ll be part of a small, supportive team and will have the opportunity to develop your knowledge of the farm’s 82ha lucerne and cut-and-carry programme. What You’ll Bring: ·         2–3 years’ dairy farming experience ·         Strong stockmanship and animal husbandry skills ·         Good understanding of pasture management ·         Good communication and organisational skills ·...

We are looking for an enthusiastic person with some dairy farming experience to join our team in February 2027 just before we start calving. Must have NZ citizenship or currently in New Zealand on working visa. We milk 650 cows through a 50 bale rotary shed. Our herd is all autumn calving from end of Feb till end of April.  This job would suit someone who wants to carry out a variety of farming duties including milking cows, rearing calves, tractor work, fencing and water repairs and general stockwork.  PLEASE DO NOT APPLY if you are not willing to live in shared accommodation with one of our employees.

ASSISTANT HERD MANAGER We are a family run Dairy farm located 5km from the Gore town boundary. Peak milk 540 cows (increasing to 590 over next few years) we milk once a day all season and winter all our cows and have all our own young stock on run offs. We have a variety of tasks to keep the role interesting. We take pride in our farm and have a goal of achieving excellence every day.  The Role As part of a motivated and supportive team, you'll be involved in a wide range of day-to-day farming activities, including milking, animal health and welfare, feeding, pasture management, effluent management, general farm maintenance, and operating modern farm equipment and systems.  You'll work closely with farm owners to ensure the farm continues to operate efficiently while contributing to a positive culture.  Take on greater responsibility as your skills, confidence, and experience grow, and more importantly; you'll have the opportunity to learn the "why" behind key farming...