Taratahi Dairy Farm Assistant Position
We require an experienced dairy farm assistant for the 2026-2027 dairy season at the Taratahi Dairy Training Farm.The farm is located 5 minutes from Masterton.Accomodation(three bedroom house) is available if required.
The successful applicant will assist with the day-to-day operations of the dairy farm including milking,stock management and care,farm maintenance,and other farm duties as required.The farm policy is based on:
Milking approximately 500 cows through a 46 aside herringbone cowshed.
Milking roster of 8:2 and 8:3
Rearing 160 heifer calves.
The role is available for an immediate start.Applicants must have relevant dairy farming experience and must be able to safely perform the physical and operational requirements of dairy farm work,including working with livestock and machinery.
Please provide a CV, references and a cover letter to:
Jim Mancer-Dairy Farm Manager
Applications close Friday 10 July 2026
Any offer of employment will be subject to pre-employment checks,including references and confirmation of the applicant's right to work in New Zealand.Role related assessments may also be required.