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Latest Jobs

13/09/2026
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 650 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:
13/10/2026
Farm Assistant
Position Start Date:
20/09/2026
13/09/2026
Contract
Anonymous Farm / Business Multiple farms (New Zealand)
Looking for the right people to promote 2 new farming Apps. Need to have farming understanding. The Apps are simple and easy to promote. Training with good support provided. Work any hours you like. Commission based. Must be living in New Zealand. If interested email [email protected] 
Closing date for Applications:
01/10/2026
Other
13/09/2026
Permanent - Full Time
MS FARMING LTD Multiple farms (Taumarunui, New Zealand)
We are looking to fill a farm assistant role on our farm starting immediately  Basic farm jobs milking, cleaning, break setup, stock movement, weed control etc. Applicant must have a reliable, punctual, honest attitude, training will be given as required. You must be drug free and have a driving licence.  
Closing date for Applications:
13/10/2026
Farm Assistant
Position Start Date:
15/09/2026
12/09/2026
Permanent - Full Time
2IC
Bavin Dairies Limited Howard, New Zealand
We are looking for an experienced and motivated 2IC to join our team on a well-established 680 cow dairy farm. This is a key leadership position for someone who wants to take on genuine responsibility and be part of the day-to-day management of a large dairy operation. The Role Working closely with the owner, you will play an important role in the day-to-day running of the farm. Your responsibilities will include: ● Supporting the owner with the overall day-to-day operation of the farm ● Helping lead and organise the farm team ● Taking responsibility for the farm when the owner is away ● Herd management, animal health and welfare ● Milking and maintaining high standards of milk quality and shed hygiene ● Calving, mating and reproduction management ● Pasture, grazing and supplementary feed management ● Monitoring herd performance and identifying issues early ● Tractor, machinery and general farm maintenance ●...
Closing date for Applications:
27/09/2026
Assistant Manager (2IC)
Position Start Date:
16/10/2026
12/09/2026
Permanent - Full Time
2ic
. Ōkaihau, New Zealand
We are looking for someone to join our 550-winter milking property in Okaihau 15 minutes from Kerikeri. We are searching for someone who is wanting to progress in the dairy industry. Currently we have 8 Filipinos, and 5 kiwi part time staff spread over 3 farms, we are searching for someone who has clear spoken English and is also fluent in Tagalog. The aim of this role is to progress into team leadership where on farm staff would have clear guidance and direction of what is needed to be achieved on farm. This would suit someone that can lead by example, can communicate well with others, and have the ability to grow into the roll over 12 months, as the business grows to 2000+ cows through four dairy sheds. Initially you will be milking through a 40 ashb, on rolling contour, a centrally located cowshed and a feed pad. This farm has no calving, and Allflex collars for heat detection and drafting, with a current strong team. What we are looking for. Someone who...
Closing date for Applications:
14/09/2026
Herd Manager
Position Start Date:
01/06/2026
12/09/2026
Permanent - Full Time
$25 - $32 yearly
RK DAIRY LTD 2604 North Rakaia Road, Bankside, New Zealand
ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE IN NZ AND HAVE APPROPRIATE VISA Herd Manager position available – Dairy Farm  - SHARED ACCOMODATION Rakaia, Canterbury, New Zealand      We are seeking an experienced and reliable Herd Manager to join our dairy farming operation located in Rakaia, Canterbury. Our farm milks approximately 840 cows through a herringbone shed and operates Roto-rainer and pivot irrigation systems. We are looking for an experienced herd manager, who is willing to commit to the herd manager role over multiple seasons.  Key Responsibilities:   - Daily management and care of the dairy herd   - Milking in a herringbone shed   - Animal health monitoring and treatment   - Pasture management and feed allocation   - Operating and maintaining farm machinery   - Tractor work including feeding out and general farm duties   - Motorbike operation for stock movement and farm tasks   - Competent with irrigation systems including Roto-rainer and pivot...
Closing date for Applications:
12/10/2026
Herd Manager
Position Start Date:
30/09/2026
12/09/2026
Permanent - Full Time
77630 Taumarunui, New Zealand
Due to unforeseen circumstances we require a dairy farm assistant on a 580cow farm in Taumarunui. This is an immediate start position, looking for someone to slot straight in with preferably some experience already milking in NZ, also with the eligibility to work. The farm is ten minutes from town, 40ashb, working in a team  of three , flat to easy contour, primary school year one/eight 1.5km away,
Closing date for Applications:
12/10/2026
Farm Assistant
Position Start Date:
20/09/2026
12/09/2026
Permanent - Full Time
45564 Kairanga Bunnythorpe Road, Kairanga,Palmerston north,New Zealand
We are looking for a senior worker/ 2ic all rounder to help run 505 cow herd.Able to operate feedpad silage bunker tractors wagons bale feeders pad scraper Jcb Telehandler krone mower greasing gear able to run the new cowshed with other staff.able to get in cows for milking draft for ai using automatic drafter. Effluent irrigation as part of the position.  We run a 11.5 day on 2.5 day off roster. Knock off Friday lunchtime for the weekend off.  We run a tidy farm and herd through new 44 cup herringbone (22 double up )with new plant,cup removers,auto drafter.
Closing date for Applications:
19/09/2026
Assistant Manager (2IC)
Position Start Date:
05/10/2026
12/09/2026
Permanent - Full Time
Inglewood, New Zealand
This is a 2IC role working alongside/deputizing for the progressive and supportive sharemilkers. It is a genuine opportunity that has arisen due to a change in labour structure. The right applicant will be: drug-free have minimum two years dairy experience passionate about the industry positive mindset towards continuous improvement The role includes but not limited to: Milking TAD through a 29 AS Herringbone cowshed with Protrack, ACR's, in-shed feeding and teatspray droppers Assisting with grazing management decisions Deputizing sharemilkers by managing staff/relief milkers in their absence General repairs and maintenance Feeding out silage on feedpad Managing a travelling irrigator Following animal health and welfare protocols Identifying and assisting treating of cows when required Maintaining a clean and safe cowshed Following plant hygiene procedures and protocols Completing tasks to a high standard  The Sharemilkers are invested in...
Closing date for Applications:
04/10/2026
Assistant Manager (2IC)
Position Start Date:
11/10/2026
11/09/2026
Permanent - Full Time
Camden Group Te Pirita, Hororata, New Zealand
Applicants must be based in New Zealand when applying. We have an exciting opportunity at Willsden Farm for a highly motivated individual to join our team as the Assistant Manager (2IC). The 2IC assists with the day-to-day running of the farm with a focus on implementing farm policies and plans. Does this sound like you? You have at least 3 years’ experience in farming or a tertiary qualification in agriculture You have a sound knowledge of all aspects of large-scale dairy farming in New Zealand including people management, stock management, rotary dairy shed operation, machinery, irrigation, and pasture management. You have a good understanding of compliance requirements and a desire to be environmentally low impact. You’re able to maintain a high standard of milk quality and shed cleanliness. You’re a great record keeper and have excellent problem-solving and time management skills. You’re conscious about health & safety and will do everything you can to...
Closing date for Applications:
25/09/2026
Assistant Manager (2IC)
Position Start Date:
25/09/2026