Greenstone Recruitment

We are looking for a 2IC or an experienced Herd Manager/Senior Assistant to join our team milking 440 cows through a 38 aside herringbone shed with ACRs on 152 ha of flat to rolling contour.  You will hit the ground running.   Experience at this level is essential.   We’re a progressive, family-owned dairy operation in the heart of Waikato, proud to be driving excellence in animal welfare, sustainability, and milk production. With a passionate team and well-established systems, we’re looking to take things to the next level—and we’d love your help doing it.    The Role   As Assistant Manager, you'll be a hands-on leader supporting the day-to-day operations of a high-performing dairy farm. Working closely with the Farm Manager, you’ll help oversee pasture management, milking routines, animal health, team leadership, and seasonal planning.    Key Responsibilities   Assist in the daily running of a 440 cow dairy operation...

About the Role Our client is seeking a motivated and experienced Herd Manager to take a lead role in the day-to-day operations of their 300-cow dairy farm. This is a great opportunity for someone ready to take the next step in their career, with strong support from the farm owners and a focus on animal welfare, pasture management, and professional development. Key Responsibilities Daily milking in a 24-aside herringbone shed Animal health monitoring and treatments Pasture management and feed allocation Record keeping (MINDA, FarmIQ or equivalent) Machinery and shed maintenance Calving and mating management Ensuring health & safety and compliance standards are met Requirements Experience is essential with a minimum of 1 full season including calving. Proven competence in milking, animal health, and pasture management Strong communication and organizational skills Reliability and ability to work...

We require a Farm Assistant in for this 410-cow farm on 140 hectares. We run a 50-bale rotary shed. You must have some dairy farm experience, or Agriculture qualification. You must have some experience on a dairy farm or an agriculture qualification. Your Duties include but not limited to milking cows, animal health, cleaning shed and plant, setting up fence breaks, tractor driving, farm maintenance and general day to day duties. You must also be able to operate tractors and farm machinery. You must be able to ride a two wheeler and a 4-wheel motorcycle. You must be responsible for your actions on this farm and working as a team is important, you need to think for yourself. Getting up turning up on time on your allocated roster is essential lateness and excuses will not work. Roster 12 on 2 off Accommodation is available Salary 75-78K depending on experience Minimum 30 hours guaranteed No pets on farm No smoking or vaping on farm Must have a clean criminal record Must pass...

We require a Farm Assistant to join our team and assist with the daily operation of our 1350 cow farm on 400 hectares in Rakaia. The farm has good infrastructure including an 80-bail rotary shed with in shed feeding and pro track, 5 pivots and central laneways. The farm is flat and is a system 3. Some dairy farm experience is required or a relevant qualification. Your role includes but not limited to milking cows cleaning the shed identifying sick animals and assisting in treating. You will set up temporary fencing assist with calf rearing, feed stock and general farm tasks. You must be able to ride two-wheeler and a 4-wheel quad bike and operate a tractor. You must be physically fit enjoy a rural life and work well in a team environment. Accommodation is a single unit on the farm.  You must live on farm due to requirements of the job. Minimum hours 30 Average hours 45 $26 per hour No pets on farm No smoking or vaping Must have a clean criminal record Must...

  Its finally here….. the Farm Manager job you have always wished for, on the farm you have always dreamed about.   Get ready to move to Masterton and show us what skills and experience you have been gathering over the years. This family run business has it all 900 cows On 210 hectares Modern   40 bale rotary with ACR’s, Protrac, auto drafting and in shed feeding Halter collars System 5 The accommodation is a three bedroom open plan with double carport and lockable garage on the end.  One bathroom, laundry in the carport, ranchslider onto deck from the lounge and main bedroom. You will get full support on this farm, lets hear about your strengths (go for it) and weaknesses we will support you and assist in developing these. We could talk about pasture walks, feed allocation, milk quality and so on, but we would rather talk to you first. We want to understand you and what you are looking for in a Farm Managers role and see if we are the right fit for you.

We require a Farm Assistant for this 1200 cow farm on 250 hectares. We run a 55 bail rotary shed. The farm contour is flat and is System 4 Some dairy farm experience is required you will need to be able to milk cows and ride a two-wheeler and a four-wheeler confidently. Your role includes but 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.  You must be responsible for your actions on this farm its fast paced and working as a team is important, but you need to think for yourself. Getting up turning up on time on your allocated roster is essential. The accommodation is shared This is 8 on 2 off roster Salary is $72,800 Minimum hours 30 Average hours 55 No pets on farm  No smoking or vaping  Must have a clean criminal record  Must pass a drug and alcohol pre-employment check and random drug testing if your employed  Must have a...

  Its finally here….. the Farm Manager job you have always wished for, on the farm you have always dreamed about.   Get ready to move to Masterton and show us what skills and experience you have been gathering over the years. This family run business has it all 900 cows On 210 hectares Modern   40 bale rotary with ACR’s, Protrac, auto drafting and in shed feeding Halter collars System 5 The accommodation is a three bedroom open plan with double carport and lockable garage on the end.  One bathroom, laundry in the carport, ranchslider onto deck from the lounge and main bedroom. You will get full support on this farm, lets hear about your strengths (go for it) and weaknesses we will support you and assist in developing these. We could talk about pasture walks, feed allocation, milk quality and so on, but we would rather talk to you first. We want to understand you and what you are looking for in a Farm Managers role and see if we are the right fit for you.

We have an exciting opportunity available for a farm manager on our 720 cow farm based 3/4hr from Napier township. Milking through a 60-bale rotary shed with Automatic cup removers. The farm is flat to rolling contour. We are looking for someone with 5 years’ experience managing similar size farms. Someone easy to get along with, reliable and honest.  We are passionate farmers and would like to work alongside a manager who wants to continue to grow within the industry, has a passion for the industry. Good stockmanship and someone with ability to think outside the square. Accommodation is a 3-bedroom nice brick home, well insulated with double glazing and an efficient log burner for heating. Roster is 6 on 2 off We are feeding maize in the paddock as there is no feed pad. No youngstock grazed on farm.     No AI - all natural mating If this sounds like something you would be interested in, please attach your CV with at least two farming references. You must have a clear criminal...