8 jobs found in whanganui

We are looking for a farm assistant to assist us with milking 650 cows through a 40 aside herringbone shed. Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to, milking cows, cleaning the shed, identifying sick animals and assisting in treating.  You will set up temporary fencing, shifting effluent, feeding stock and general farm tasks. Must have some dairy farming experience You must be able to ride a motorbike and quad. Minimum 30 hours guaranteed. Shared accommodation provided You must be able to live on farm due to the requirements of the job Roster 5 on 2 off all year round Rosters are made two weeks in advance. You must have a clear criminal record. You must be drug free, we do perform pre employment and random drug testing throughout employment. Clean driving license No smoking or vaping on farm.

Would you like an opportunity to work alongside a small team on a progressive farm? If so the perfect opportunity has arisen for a motivated and passionate candidate. With peak milking of 560 cows, run in two separate herds on 185 hectares property with  this farm has a 32 ASHB cowshed . In this operation, the position can expect to work alongside the Farm Manager ,who is focused on creating and developing new systems and processes to support this progressive farm and feeding system. The successful applicant will be involved in all aspects of the farm and will require the following skills/attributes: Honest, hardworking, trusted and reliable team player Outstanding communication skills Excellent animal husbandry skills A NZ driver’s licence. Ability to work in New Zealand Understanding of all aspects of the day to day operations of a dairy farm. Ability to work independently Driven to learn the day-day responsibilities of dairy farming to become capable of...

Must currently reside in New Zealand We are looking for an experienced  Farm assistant/ Shed manager to work alongside the Farm Manager and current Farm Assistant with the day to day running of our 300 Cow farm 3.8kms from Whanganui. 34 aside Herringbone, In-Shed feeding, Feed pad, Tidy Machinery, Nice quiet cows The Farm is flat to rolling contour, so confidence on quad bikes is a must. We are looking for someone reliable and motivated and who has a passion for Dairy Farming and wanting to continue to learn. Ideally 1-2 years experience on a Dairy Farm. Ideally would be confident in driving tractors- Ie feeding out on feed pad and bales in the paddock Confident to run the farm in the managers absence  Confidence in calving cows and bagging cows would be a bonus On farm Calf Rearer- so minimal calf rearing work We are a friendly happy team looking for someone with a keen attitude Small single man’s quarters available if needed on farm- suitable for 1 person...

We need a reliable and experienced relief milker. We are located at Kairanga 10km from PN

We are looking for an Assistant herd manager or Herd Manager to become the newest member to contribute to our Sharemilking 4 person dairy farming team, located in northern Manawatu. The farm is in Rangiwahia and is 20 minutes to Taihape and 30 mins to Feilding. This is a 650-cow property where we try to do everything to the best practice. It All work is carried out to a high standard and Employees are given the opportunity to learn and broaden their work experience. Please only apply if you are currently in New Zealand 2 valid references that we can contact. Must be able to come for an interview. This job is in the Rangitīkei Candidates considering this role should be practical, hands on farmers with at least two years experience, they will carry out their work to a high standard, taking pride in its completion and presentation. This business has a strong focus on shed hygiene, having achieved grade free status for a number of years, it is expected that all team members understand...

In search of a relief worker to help milk 300cows in a 30 aside herringbone shed. This is part time and would suit a student or someone wanting a few hours work. Situated approx. 15mins from Palmerston North or Feilding. No Accommodation available Please attach your CV Daily tasks would include but not limited to Milking Break fencing Feeding calves Basic tractor work Stock work routine general maintenance Applicants must be drug free

We are looking for a milk harvester The successful applicant must be a team player who is reliable, has a positive attitude , great work ethic and reliable transportation. Experience is preferred but full training will be provided. Applicants must be willing to take a drug test. We are very flexible and are happy to have 1 person for the morning and 1 person for the afternoon or someone who would like to do both- the roster- days on/ off will be worked around the successful applicant. We split calve 1000 cows through a 52 aside herringbone- When all cows are in, milking takes 4.5 hours morning and 4 hours at night. Hours are (approx.) : 4am- 8.30am and 1pm- 5.00pm Hourly rate will reflect experience. Location- 10-15mins from Feilding. 5 mins from Halcombe.

25.9.24- We are looking for a farm assistant or a milk harvester. We require a farm assistant to assist with the day to day running of a split calving 1000 cow Halcombe dairy farm with modern facilities. We have a great team and we are looking for the right people, as team culture is really important to us. Duties will include, but are not limited to, Milking cows, vat wash, drafting stock, feeding calves, maintaining calf sheds, collecting calves, setting up paddocks, temporary fencing, general maintenance including weed control. You need to be able to ride a 2 and 4 wheel motorbike and have the ability to drive a tractor. Previous experience required. The successful applicant must be honest, reliable, enthusiastic, motivated and positive. They must have excellent communication skills. We are not accredited employers so applicants must be NZ residents. The applicants must be willing to undergo a drug test.