16 Farmhand jobs

Hi team we have just recently had our staff member decide to move on to a family farm. This this has created a great opportunity for a DRIVE IN ROLE on short notice for an individual or couple to join the team from 1st August. The farm is a family farm with myself in an owner operator system. We are a team focused family farm with opportunities to progress and grow, this is a high achieving, happy and healthy minded workplace We have 440 cows on farm producing over 600 milk solids per cow with great infrastructure. The farm is near Foxton (Manawatu) and has an excellent infrastructure: 36 aside herring bone with a smooth flowing automatic teat spraying cow shed. In shed feeding is used in conjunction with grass/maize silage and PKE in the paddock as required, running on a system 5 basis. This is a well-structured farm with very good policies, procedures and guidelines in place. Percy Farms are currently seeking employment of a farm hand. There is also opportunity for couples with...

Looking for a person to help with busy spring calving on dairy farm and associated jobs. Accommodation is available or drive in.

After a relief Milker / Part time farm hand 30ASHB with ACR’s, auto draft, and auto Mastitis detection, and auto plant wash. Milking 340 Jersey cows Farm is 120ha located on the Taupiri town boundary, central to Taupiri 2mins, Huntly, 6mins, Hamilton 15mins. 1 bedroom cabin on farm for accommodation for the right candidate. PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF IN NEW ZEALAND!!! EMAIL APPLICATIONS [email protected] OR PHONE 027 612 3378 Thank you

Due to unforeseen circumstances we are looking for someone to join us on our Dairy Farm near Morrinsville. We are milking 300 crossbred cows on 107ha 15 minutes North of Morrinsville. We have a brand new 30 aside herringbone cowshed with automatic cup removers and auto yard wash. There is a tidy 3 bedroom home available. The farm is grass based with grass and grass silage as the main feeds so this is a great place to learn excellent pasture management. We do about 110,000kgMS per year and typically go OAD in January each year. We aim for best practice in every area especially cow health, incalf rates, SCC and youngstock rearing. We rear ~70 replacement calves and they stay on farm until 1st May. This is a great opportunity to work with the farm owners and set yourself up for a great career in dairying. Typically there are 2 people on farm through calving and mating and then after this the employee can take on more responsibilities. We are young farm owners and we would love to...

Dairy Assistant / Drive in position, Mamaku, Rotorua We are seeking an enthusiastic, reliable, capable person to join our family-owned dairy farm located at Mamaku, 20 minutes Northwest of Rotorua. This newly created position is available for immediate start and would suit someone who enjoys working outdoors, is confident working independently, and can step up into greater responsibility when required. Our preference is for this to be a permanent position however we will consider a fixed term role from calving until the end of mating. About the business: The 220 ha farm winters 620 cows and operates as a Dairy NZ “System 3” with in-shed feeding throughout the year and silage fed during the shoulder seasons. The milkers are split into two herds and predominately milked OAD with the exception of one herd which is milked TAD until December. About the role: As the Dairy Assistant, you will work closely with the on-farm team providing...

This is a full-time position with an immediate start. The duration is currently unknown, it is a temporary role but could be permanent for the right candiate. For the right candiadte, accommodation is included. Please note: This is not an entry-level role. Applicants must have previous farm hand and machinery operation experience and be confident working independently. Our client runs a 500ha Arable and mixed cropping farm, located in Barhill (50km North of Ashburton), they produce wheat, barely and white clover among other things.  Duties include:  Tractor driving Moving irrigators Fertiliser spreading General sheep and cattle work Assisting with a range of day-to-day farm duties Hours : Monday to Friday 7:30am start until the day's work is complete Occasional weekend work may be required during busy periods To be successful, you must: Have previous farm hand experience (essential) Be confident driving tractors and operating farm machinery Able...

Drystock Shepherd / General Farm Hand We are looking for a Shepherd / General Farm Hand to join our team on our extensive family-owned farm near Pleasant Point, South Canterbury. The business covers 2,000+ ha and includes beef finishing and dairy grazing operations. We're seeking someone with solid livestock experience who is reliable, motivated, and keen to continue developing their farming skills. This is a varied, hands-on role offering the opportunity to be involved in all aspects of the drystock farming operation. You'll be joining a supportive team with the opportunity to take responsibility and continue developing your skills on a large-scale farming business. Duties include: Stock work Fencing General farm maintenance Drenching and animal health Weighing stock General tractor work We offer: Competitive salary based on experience and ability Quality accommodation for the right candidate Applicants must already be living in New...

Our clients are looking for a motivated, reliable person to join their Waikato farming operation in a flexible drive-in role. Conveniently located between Morrinsville and Hamilton, this position offers 30–40 hours per week across four days, with some flexibility around how those hours are worked. Please note that this position is being readvertised due to a change in circumstances with the previously successful applicant. The operation includes a 100-hectare dairy farm milking 320 crossbred cows through a 26-bale rotary with in-shed feeder, supported by a 66-hectare run-off used for grazing, dairy beef, maize, and grass silage production. The farm is well set up with a covered feed pad, reticulated bore water system, and strong infrastructure to support efficient day-to-day operations. Working across both the dairy platform and run-off, you will assist with a range of farm duties, including: Milking and shed routines Calf rearing and young stock care Feeding...

Top 400 cows twice a day, the rest once a day morning only, everything once a day March to end of May. We have a system that allows for not getting cows in, they walk themselves to milking while the coffees being drunk. Calves are grazed off farm from January till they return in May the following year as in calf. All ground work is done in house so plenty of tractor work available. We are looking for a permanent staff member to jump aboard our team once our Scottsman's visa has run out in November. Preferably chasing a character that knows how to jump into battle when the busy time is on. Must have a can do attitude and be willing to get their hands dirty, be able to laugh and have a genuine interest in dairy farming. 3 bedroom house with log burner. Firewood available on farm. We are NOT accredited, work visas welcome

DRIVE-IN CASUAL WANTED We are looking for a reliable drive-in casual to help on our farm. Duties may include: - Milking - Feeding calves - Setting up break fences  Located 10 minutes from Te Awamutu Peak milking 700 cows Applicants must be: - Experienced with dairy farming - Extremely reliable - Quiet and confident with stock

Farm Assistant – Dairy – Bay of Plenty Roster: 8 days on / 2 days off Start: End if August 2026 Pay: From $29.90/hr (negotiable based on experience) Accommodation: 2 bedroom brand new cottage - sharing with one male staff member or drive in position available  We’re looking for a motivated Farm Assistant to join our friendly team on a 1,200-cow, 290ha dairy farm near Whakatāne. This is a great opportunity for someone wanting to get a foot in the door of the dairy industry and learn on the job. IMPORTANT: You must be a New Zealand citizen, permanent resident. We are not an accredited employer and cannot provide sponsorship. What you’ll do: Milking in our 44-aside herringbone shed Shifting irrigation pods and sprinklers Assisting with general farm duties Learning and taking on more responsibility over time What we’re looking for: No experience necessary — just a positive...

Dairy Farm position to help thru the next 4 months. 150 cows, Must have experience milking be fit and Healthy, to help owners. Feeding calves and farming duties that are applicable to this time of the year.

We are looking for an extra pair of hands over the next 8 weeks to help with calving and rostered days off.  Duties will include milking, helping pick up calves and possibly help with feeding calves at times.  Work will mainly be in the mornings and could potentially have the afternoons free if that suits you Anyone level of experience will be considered and we can fit the right person in . There will be the option of ongoing work after calving but wont be as many hours.

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.  

Stockperson – Hillgrove Farm (Near Palmerston) Hillgrove Farm is looking for a reliable, early-rising team member to join our free-range poultry operation. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who cares about animal welfare, works well in a team, and can consistently follow high-level biosecurity standards. A full Class 1 driver license is required, and you must be able to travel to Hillgrove each day. What you’ll be doing: Daily care of free-range hens, including monitoring animal health and wellbeing Walking sheds to check water, feed systems, and overall flock condition Supporting animal enrichment activities to promote natural behaviour Processing eggs, including initial grading and handling Maintaining a clean, hygienic environment across sheds and work areas Upholding high-level biosecurity protocols at all times Working collaboratively within a supportive team What we’re looking for: Comfortable completing practical, hands-on work...

We require someone to help our team with milking, and other general farm duties as required in the new season. 50 bale rotary with cup removers and protrack drafting.  Experience ist essential and preference will be given to someone who has relevant experience, provide references and will fit in well with our team.  *This is not just a "Job that comes with a house"  We have an enthuiastic experienced local team with filipino workers and need someone reliable to support this. Warm and tidy 3 bedroom home available. MUST be physically fit and able to perforrm ALL labour intensive duties. Being able to lift 40kg calves is also a must. We are accredited employers, so only people currently eligable to work in NZ to apply.