33 Farmhand jobs

We require a Tractor driver, odd jobs man to join our high performance dairy unit located in Clinton township. As we reach our busy time of the year we would like to find a capable person to take responsibilities of feeding out to cows on calving pads, maintaining the tractor and other farm machinery but also being involved with other farm activities like moving herds to and from the shed, getting calves and cows in etc. This is a new role to join our hard working and supportive team.  

Dairy Farm Worker Location: Otorohanga, Waikato We are 50/50 sharemilking with 20 years in the industry. We run a low input, grass based, system 2 farm of 185ha rolling/steep land just east of Otorohanga. 36aside herringbone shed with in shed feeding, auto drafting and auto teat spray. We have broken the farm production record twice since we started here and have a good animal health record. We don't have a feed pad, so all maize/grass silage is fed out in the paddock, and this results in some technical driving and careful planning of your path with the tractor. We put a third of the cows on once-a-day milking from early Sept onwards to manage skinny cows before mating in oct. We put the main herd on once-a-day milking around late February depending on grass growth rates and cow body condition score. Every season is partially viewed as preparation for the next season. Our biggest focus is getting cows in calf early without relying on vet intervention. This is done by careful...

Looking for a Change? We’re looking for someone young and enthusiastic to join our established team. Love cattle but hate the 4am alarm? This could be the Job for you!   Stern Angus is one of New Zealand’s leading Angus stud breeding operations. Selling over 150 bulls to High Country stations throughout the North and South Islands each year and regularly exporting semen and embryos around the world. Stern is an established family operation covering over 800 hectares (780 effective) with 130 hectares irrigated (majority by centre pivots). Located in Totara Valley, 10 minutes West of Pleasant Point, and 25-30 minutes from Timaru, Geraldine and Fairlie. Pleasant Point boasts two Primary Schools, a strong Young Farmers Club along with Cricket, Rugby, Golf, Squash, Soccer and Netball Clubs. Pleasant Point has a great community for both single people and married couples. The business currently runs 1900 head of cattle, 600 ewes and trading lambs/cattle plus growing cereal...

We are seeking an experienced Machinery Operator / General Farm Hand to join a commercial beef and sheep farming operation. This role involves a mix of machinery operation and livestock work, supporting the day to day running of the farm, including animal husbandry, farm maintenance, and seasonal work. Key Duties: Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment, including tractors and associated implements Assist with feeding, shifting, and general care of beef cattle and sheep Support routine livestock handling activities such as drafting, drenching, vaccination, tagging, and weighing Assist during key seasonal periods including calving and lambing Carry out general farm maintenance including fencing, water systems, and weed control Perform basic machinery maintenance and ensure equipment is kept in good working condition Experience and Requirements: Minimum 2 years’ experience in livestock farming or agricultural contracting Good understanding of...

Please note that applications will only be considered from NZ residents, or those with a current work visa granted and already residing in NZ. We are seeking an experienced Dairy Farm Assistant to help with the day to day running of our 300 cow farm located just 5 minutes from Dargaville. School bus at gate. We seasonally supply milk through a 27 aside HB shed. We run a high-producing grass-based system feeding palm kernel, grass silage, hay and summer crops. Duties include milking and feeding cows, calf rearing, stock work, fencing and general farm maintenance and the making of silage and hay.  You'll be working with me (the farm owner) and one other full-time staff member. Attributes we value are: good stockmanship, honesty, reliability, a genuine and strong desire to progress in the dairy industry, an eye for detail and doing things right the first time. Ideally, you will have 2+ seasons of experience and a current full driver's licence.

We are looking for someone to come in and cover milkings through the 2026/27 season so staff are able to have annual leave and get other jobs done around the farm during milking hours. We run a split calving system so milkings are all year round and consistent.  54 bail rotary with cup removers and automatic teat spray so is just one person milking. There will be someone to help with herd change overs and when the red mob comes through so you arent left to yourself. There is always someone outside loading or doing other jobs that if you have an issue you can call on. The role will include both morning and afternoon milkings within our 7:2, 7:2, 7:3 roster There is the opportunity over the summer for extra work like weeds but this isnt guaranteed. This would suit either a drive in person if you have your own accommodation, or we do have a SINGLE person living complex that is available. The living complex comes with a living area including little kitchenet, a small...

🐄 Milk for Rent Position Available – New Zealand We're looking for a reliable and motivated person or couple for a Milk for Rent position. The position includes: • 3-bedroom house • 22 ASHB dairy with in-shed feeding • Milking approximately 270 cows • Halter system being installed, operational from August This is a great opportunity for someone who takes pride in their work and wants to be part of a well-set-up dairy operation. Please note: You must already be in New Zealand and have the legal right to work here. If you are not currently in New Zealand, please do not apply. If you're interested, send us a message with a bit about yourself and your dairy farming experience.

Calf Rearer / Farm Assistant – Seasonal Position in Hinds We are looking for a reliable and motivated   Calf Rearer / Farm Assistant   to join our team for the upcoming calving season. We milk 950 cows in Hinds south of Ashburton Key Duties: Feeding and caring for calves Monitoring calf health and wellbeing Cleaning and maintaining calf sheds and equipment Following animal welfare and health & safety standards What We're Looking For: Previous calf rearing experience preferred but not essential Good attention to detail Reliable, hardworking, and able to work independently Positive attitude and strong work ethic What We Offer: Competitive pay Supportive team environment Training and development opportunities

Fence work and maintainence Tractor work and feeding out in bale feeder Fixing fences as needed Milking if needed Helping with calving Fixing water troughs General farm work.

We are looking for a Farm Assistant We are based on the Kaikoura Flat, a short 5 minute drive from Kaikoura township. We milk 700 cows through a 60 bail rotary, with twice a day milking for most of the year. The milking shed has recent technology including, Protrack, ACR’s, automatic teat spray, SCC and milk monitoring capabilities. We are targeting a driven individual that wants to develop themselves, with support of our experienced farm management team. Key aspects- ·        All aspects of milk harvesting and cleaning in the shed ·        Able to use technology such as halter ·        Identifying sick or lame cows ·        Safe use of equipment such as tractor feed out wagons ·        Control of weeds and farm maintenance The role comes with a 5 and 2 roster, and a competitive salary. The ideal candidate will have some experience on a dairy farm in New Zealand. References required. If currently not able to work please do not apply

Looking for fixed term/  Relief milking, Get in touch we can make it work.  Our farm is located only 5mins drive to Ashburton and is an awesome opportunity to have balance of city and farming life. This will be a fixed term job with possibility of relief milking later on for the right applicant.  We are looking for someone to join our team at Lindale Farming Company Ltd to start 27th July 2025 to have an extra hand of help over calving and then relief milking. Experience will be a benefit,  reliable & honest, someone who loves to dairy farming and have genuine interest. We will be milking 800 cows via 54 bail rotary with ACR and automatic teat spray and have Allflex collars. Farm is irrigated with center pivot mainly and have a few klines and sprinklers. What we looking for: -Good communication, confident on daily jobs like milking, fencing and calves handling etc. More importantly willing to learn and can do attitude. Criminal check will be done so no criminal...

Assist in Am and Pm milkings and farm work has required. Dairy farming experience preferred.  Must have NZ Residency or valid working visa. Requires own transport and current drivers license. 

We milk 600 cows through a 3 year old 54 bale rotary shed, located 2 minutes from Palmerston North town boundary We require someone for July - October to help out over the busy Spring time period! There is accommodation available for the right candidate. We are after someone who is passionate about farming and who is keen to learn more about the industry. You may be required to undertake and be involved in general farming duties including milking, feeding calves, dairy hygiene, animal health, feeding out and general maintenance. You must be honest and reliable, and have excellent time management skills. Our team is made up of 3 full time and 2 part time Staff. Rostered time off can be flexible. Any experience level will be considered, and wage will be based on experience. We are NOT credited employers. Only apply if you are in New Zealand.

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Herd Manager to join our progressive farming operation in Tokoroa What we offer Competitive remuneration package 3 Bedroom house provided (NO DOGS) 5 on, 2 off roster for most of the season  3 on, 1 off roster during calving Work in a 50-bale rotary shed Modern farm infrastructure Opportunities for growth and career development  Key duties Milking and shed operations Animal health and general stock work Calving assistance during the calving season Cleaning and maintaining the dairy shed What we’re looking for A strong work ethic and positive attitude Good animal handling skills Ability to work early mornings and flexible hours during busy periods Ability to work well independently and as part of a team Attention to detail and a focus on animal welfare Previous dairy farming experience  Strong animal husbandry skills  Drug-free and reliable  If you are looking for an...

We milk 420-430 Friesian cows through a new 50 bale rotary shed, located 5 minutes east of Eltham. We require someone for August - October to help out over the busy Spring time period, somone who is passionate about farming and who is keen to learn more about the industry. You will be required to undertake and be involved in general farming duties including milking, dairy hygiene, weed control, animal health, feeding out and general maintenance. You must be honest and reliable, and have excellent time management skills. Our team is made up of 3 full time workers (employer included). Time off will be every second weekend. Any experience level will be considered, and wage will be based on experience. If you are interested, please send us your CV with at least 2 referees that we can contact. Must be a New Zealand Citizen and currently living in New Zealand to apply.

We are seeking one or two dedicated and hardworking individuals to join our team. Position one is a Dairy Farm Assistant . This position involves a wide range of responsibilities aimed at ensuring the health and productivity of the dairy herd, maintaining farm equipment, and supporting overall farm management. Position two is Calf Rearer . This position will work along side our two current calf rearers to support the growth and development of our calves during the calf rearing season. The ideal candidates will possess a combination of practical skills, knowledge, and interpersonal qualities to contribute to the success of our farm operation. Both candidates must be physically fit and must be comfortable lifting calves, bags of minerals or grain and other heavy items in a safe and controlled manner. These are both fixed term positions end of October 2026 (exact date negotiable) but may be extended under the right circumstances. Applicants should have the following...

ONLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR CANDIDATES IN NEW ZEALAND NOW We're looking to add another reliable and trustworthy Farm Assistant to our team, pretty much immediately.  Our junior staff member has moved on to his next step, which as created a vacancy in our team.   We are milking 600 cows twice-a-day (TAD) starting in mid-August, and will reduce this to once-a-day (OAD) in summer sometime. The dairy shed is spacious and modern; well-equipped with ACRs, in-shed feeding, SmartWash, and a hydraulic backing gate. The other gear on the farm is well maintained and fit-for-purpose. (More info is available in the farm/business profile) A private bedroom in 1 of our 2 on-farm accommodations will be made available to the successful applicant.  This is to be a service tenancy made available as a shared accommodation for the Farm Assistant to occupy with other Farm Assistants.  Both homes are warm & dry & modern. They also have stunning views of Mount...

***You need to show up for an in person interview to be considered suitable for this role. In other words if you’re applying from overseas don’t waste your time.*** Part time on farm engineer / general farm hand. Swift Agri Limited is a farming business running 3500 ewes. We lease two farms in Southland, the larger being located at Redan where most of the stock work is required and another in Winton as well as the family farm in Woodlands that we don’t handle the day to day operations of but work in closely with and where most of the engineering related tasks are carried out. We like to do most farm related tasks in house and to a high standard avoiding out sourcing work where possible. This includes servicing and maintenance of farm machinery. Due to an increased workload we are looking for a skilled individual to step in for some regular part time work so that we can continue to farm at a high standard. The ideal candidate would be a highly skilled farmer...

we are currently seeking a motivated person to help over the busy period Aug/Dec  Farm details 290 cows 24 as/hb feed pad Friendly and quiet herd farm is steep/rolling located 10 minutes from Putaruru Position details picking up calf's  calf rearing feeding out milking weeds Requirements Previous milking experience is required (additional training can be provided if needed) Tractor driving experience is essential A valid   New Zealand Driver License (Full or Restricted) is essential Reliable car/transport No accommodation available on farm at this stage. We are looking for someone who is  reliable, hardworking, and motivated to work in a positive and supportive farming environment .

We are looking for someone to join the team for the busy calving, mating and holiday periods (August - January). This role will provide additional support to our permanent team by undertaking tasks such as milking, calf rearing, weed management and other general farm tasks.  We run a 6 on/2 off roster and can provide  tidy single bedroom accommodation. We can offer a good hourly rate, a well experienced, supportive team that is willing to help and train someone new to the industry.