Laverty Holdings Limited

  • Dunsandel, New Zealand

We are currently contract milking Terrace dairy for Dairy Holdings Ltd in Bankside, milking 1100 cows through a 54-bail rotary shed with ACR's and auto teat spray. We run a low input spring calving system focusing on maximising milk from pasture with minimal supplements. Calves kept on platform until target weights achieved/December. 5 Centre pivot irrigators covering majority of platform with Klines and sprinklers making up the rest. Our team consists of 4 full time permanent staff + 1 fixed term to assist with the calving and mating periods.

01/10/2026
Permanent - Full Time
Laverty Holdings Limited Corporate farm (Dunsandel, New Zealand)
We are searching for an enthusiastic and motivated farm assistant to join our team of 5 on an 1100 cow dairy farm located 10 minutes from Rakaia, 20 minutes from Rolleston which both provide excellent access to amenities and social/sports clubs and facilities. Ashburton, Methven and Christchurch are also within 40 minutes of the farm.  Key Responsibilities include: Milking cows efficiently in a 54-bail rotary with ACR's and auto teat spray. Animal health monitoring. Assisting with calving, calf rearing, and mating. Assisting with daily feed allocation. 2-Wheel motorbike operation. Fencing and weed control, Following milk quality and shed hygiene protocols. Health and Safety reporting. Assisting with effluent application. We are looking for an individual who meets following criteria: - Physically fit and healthy  Minimum of 1 years' experience  Ability to multitask  Honest  Punctual   Positive, can-do attitude...
Closing date for Applications:
20/10/2026
Farm Assistant Farmhand Herd Manager
Position Start Date:
01/06/2026