16 jobs found in ashburton

We are looking for a Herd Manager to join our dairy farm team. The farm is a 500Ha property milking 1745 cows through an 80 bail rotary. We are currently looking for a motivated individual who will be capable of: Milking – must have the ability to milk unsupervised • Using temporary break fences • Identifying and treating health issues e.g. mastitis, milk fever, lameness • Demonstrate good communication skills • Experience working in, and leading a team • Identify and spray thistles and weeds • Drive motorbikes 2 and 4 wheelers • Cupping on cows in a rotary dairy • Reporting any problems on farm such as fences, machinery, stock etc, and the knowledge and skills to fix these errors when appropriate/ escalate up when needed • Work unsupervised • Be reliable and time efficient • Operate all equipment with care • Cleaning of dairy shed and identifying any problems with milking plant. The successful applicant must have: - current driver's license. - Two years experience on a NZ farm (or...

We are seeking an experienced farm worker (12+ months) to join our team as Assistant Herd Manager on an 1,800-cow farm in the Ashburton area, operating a two 50 Bail Rotary milking shed. You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested and developing including: Milking and monitoring milk quality, stock handling and feeding (feed mgt), 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 44. 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 5 days on, 2 days off for the rest of the year. Salary is up to $63,000 per annum, subject to experience. Candidates must have...

We are readvertising as we have decided to add a Farm Assistant to our team due to an increase in cow numbers.  We have just become an accredited employer, so can now consider applicants under an AEWV.  Dairy Farm Worker - Full-time Permanent Location: 10 minutes west of Ashburton, New Zealand ANZSCO Code: 841512 Start Date: 25/7/26 (negotiable) Salary: NZD $65,000-$70,000 per year depending on experience ( base salary ), plus accommodation package Minimum Hours: 30 hours per week  Average Hours: 40 hours per week This position we are looking to fill is for a Farm Assistant role on a 680 cow dairy farm 10 minutes from Ashburton. Currently herringbone shed but we are in the process of building a 54-bale rotary which will be operational approximately October/November. Mainly Pivot irrigation with 5ha of Kline and one Roto Rainer. We are looking for a hardworking and reliable Dairy Farm Worker to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis. This is a...

milking 450-500 cows through a 36 aside herringbone with in shed feeding. Cows have collars. You will work as a team to complete daily jobs of milking cows (twice daily) setting up breaks, moving stock, tractor work, moving effluent irrigator, spraying thistle, picking up branches, cleaning and general maintenance plus anything else that has to do with running a dairy farm. irrigation: lateral You will shift this once you have been taught. Experience is not required as we will train you on jobs.  We require you to be drug free and able to pass random tests and criminal checks. WE ARE NOT ACCREDITED EMPLOYERS FOR WORK VISAS NOR ABLE TO HELP SPONSOR OVERSEAS APPLICANTS.                                                                                                                                                                                    SO PLEASE DONOT APPLY.  

Are you passionate about livestock and ready to take the lead in managing a high-performing herd on a large-scale farm? We’re looking for a self-motivated and driven individual who is keen to lead from the front in challenging the normal and to strive for continual improvement in what we do on farm. About the Role: You’ll be responsible for the day-to-day and long-term management of up to 600+ cows. Working closely with the wider team, you’ll lead in areas of herd health, reproduction, milking efficiency, pasture management, farm maintenance and also assist in developing junior staff as necessary. Key Responsibilities: Daily oversight of the herd – health, feeding, milking, calving & breeding Ensure milk quality standards are met Ensure animal feeding and pasture management standards are met Planning ahead to ensure efficient feeding, breeding, and maintenance schedules Monitor animal welfare and maintain accurate records Work...

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...

Experienced stockperson to assist with farm activities during the calving period for 2 days per week, on Tuesdays and Wednesdays to cover other staffs rostered days off.  

We are seeking an experienced farm worker (2+ years) to work as a Herd Manager on a 620-cow farm in the Ashburton area , milking through a 60 Bail Rotary shed. You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested and developing including: Milking and monitoring milk quality, analysing data through Halter ag technology stock handling and feeding (feed mgt), fencing, weed control, calving, calf rearing, shed maintenance & preparation, tractor operation for feeding out, baling, mowing and silage monitoring, recording and maintaining animal health and other general farm duties. Weekly hours are a minimum of 30 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 ; Roster will be 6 days on, 2 days off throughout the year....

🐄 Ready for your next challenge?  Our Mr Gingerbread support block which runs R1 and R2 heifers along with wintering cows on crop, using a pasture-based farming system with a strong focus on animal welfare. We’re seeking a driven Grazing Block Assistant to join our team.  📍  Location: Just 18 mins from Ashburton and 75 mins from Christchurch: Peak herd 3000 R2’s and 3000 R1’s Pivot/Kline irrigation 🛠️ About the Role: This is a permanent, full-time position focused on: Pasture allocation and stock management Tractor work (feeding out, fencing, general yard duties)   🌱   About Us:  Dairy Holdings Ltd operates over 60 dairy farms and over 20 support blocks that has been operating for over 20 years. We pride ourselves on our approach that is based around our people, our process, and our pasture, always with the health and safety of our people first and foremost. We aim to be an employer of choice, with excellent training and development...

Set 20km north of Ashburton, Jamieson Dairies is Spectrum Group’s flagship dairy operation — a large-scale, high-performing business powered by a strong team and experienced leadership. Jamieson Dairies is looking for a Herd Manager to join their team.  The preferred applicant will be favourable if they have: -have a minimum of 3 years experience in NZ farming  - have assisted with training of junior staff - have experience with plant management  - have experience with pasture management Key activities in this role (but are not limited to); milking cows (responsible for plant set up/cows in and out of shed/plant and dairy hygiene), feed management (responsible for shifting irrigators/management of cows allocated to paddocks/fert spreading/break fencing), general care of stock (responsible for stock care/animal health treatments), farm maintenance (responsible for weed spraying/tidy work environment), stock records, staff management (assists with staff supervision and...

We are looking for an experienced farm worker (2+ years) to work as a Herd Manager on a 700-cow farm in the Ashburton area. The farm is located  10-15 minutes to Ashburton, 30 minutes from Mt Hutt Ski Field. This role is open to NZ Citizens/Residents only. You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested and developing including: Milking and monitoring milk quality stock handling and feeding (feed mgt), fencing, weed control, calving, calf rearing, shed maintenance & preparation, tractor operation for feeding out, baling, mowing and silage  monitoring, recording and maintaining animal health and other general farm duties. Candidates must have competent and strong milking, centre pivot, and tractor work experience. Weekly hours are a minimum of 40 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...

Are you a skilled Herd Manager ready to take charge in a large-scale, high-performing operation? We are seeking a motivated and trustworthy Herd Manager to join our team in Ashburton. We milk 1500 cows through a modern 80-bail rotary shed . This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys using technology and wants to be part of a progressive farming environment. IMPORTANT: We are NOT accepting applications from overseas. You must currently reside in New Zealand and hold a valid work visa to apply. About the Farm Located in the heart of Ashburton, our operation focuses on efficiency and animal welfare. Herd Size: 1500 cows. Shed: 80-bail rotary. Irrigation: 80% Center Pivots, with the balance covered by Rotorainers, K-lines, and Sprinklers. The Role You will be a key part of our leadership structure and day-to-day management of the herd and pasture. We are looking for someone with proven experience in:...

Motivated; reliable Farm Assistant required for a HALTER farm milking 1800 cows through a 80 bale rotary. No more getting cows in and no more standards and reels  We are looking for our next superstar to join our team. You must have a can-do attitude and be a great team player as team environment is everything to us.  Location: 15 minutes east of Ashburton   Your duties will include but not restricted too: Milking - Milking, c leaning milking shed, plant & vat and m onitoring milk quality Animals - Assist in safe handling of animals, observe and report any health and welfare issues as per farm policy.    Observe and report on wellbeing of all classes of stock.      Feed - Assist with weed control and gain an understanding about feed allocations and health issues associated with different feed types.   Environment - Understand how dairy effluent systems operate and how effluent affects the on-farm environment and be aware of regional council requirements...

Enthusiastic Calf Rear Needed for 1800 cows! Calf rearer – 2026 / 27 Season Start date: 20th July New Farm | Great Team  Keen to be part of something new and exciting? We’re looking for a motivated calf rearer to join us for the 2026/27 season on a new farm, where culture, performance, and people genuinely matter. We’re a supportive, positive team who enjoy the work we do and look out for each other — but we’re also serious about farming well. We have high expectations when it comes to animal health and having high attention to detail in the calf shed. If you take pride in doing a job properly and want to keep lifting your standards, you’ll fit right in. What you can expect: A fun, respectful, and well-organised work environment Clear systems and expectations Supportive employers who value good communication Opportunities for extra work within the business A new-farm set-up with a focus on efficiency and best practice What...

Ideal position for a Working Holiday Visa We are seeking an energetic and willing to learn person to help rear calves on our farm situated between Ashburton and Methven in Mid Canterbury. The ideal candidate will be someone who is looking for an experience, to work hard, to learn, and feel proud of the reward of seeing the calves grow and flourish in our environment. Being physically fit is an advantage, at times with being able to lift a large calf. This position includes ensuring every calf receives sufficient colostrum, and being taught to feed on a calf feeder. The ability to drive a 5 speed manual vehicle would be a bonus.  More hours could be available on farm if you were able to drive a 2 wheel motorbike safely. We operate a 6 on 1 off roster for 6 weeks, and then 5 on 2 off when work load eases. Situated 30 minutes to Mt Hutt Ski field, and 1 hour to Christchurch

We are seeking a motivated and reliable Farmhand to join our team on a fixed-term basis from July through November. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in practical work, and has an interest in the agricultural sector. Key Responsibilities Assisting with general farm operations and day-to-day tasks such as milking Livestock handling and animal welfare activities Fencing, maintenance, and general property upkeep Supporting calving and calf rearing Operating farm equipment Maintaining a safe and tidy working environment About You To be successful in this role, you will: Be eligible to work in New Zealand Be physically fit and capable of undertaking manual outdoor work Ideally have a basic understanding of farming practices or previous farm experience Have a strong work ethic and positive attitude Be reliable, punctual, and able to work both independently and as part of a team Demonstrate a commitment to...