Farm assistant

$60,000 - $70,000 yearly

Job Description

We are looking for a motivated energetic person to join our team. Ideally this person would have some experience in the daily farm tasks and experience milking in a herringbone shed.

We milk 750 cows in two herds through a 40 aside shed on a 174ha milking platform with attached 118ha support block for silage, wintering, r1 and r2 heifers.

Duties will include but not limited to, milking, break feeding, weed control, fence and farm maintenance, calf rearing and young stock care.

Applicants need to be currently in nz with relevant visa as we are NOT accredited employers, and be able to attend an on farm interview.  

We can offer the successful person a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, support ITO training if desired.

Wages will reflect experience and ability

potential work for partner

Farm Size (ha)

282

Peak Herd Size (cows)

700

Typical On-farm Staff

5

Position Start Date

01/07/2026

Accommodation available

2 bedroom cottage with a double garage

Hour Type

week

Average Hours Per week

45

Roster

Double rotation - 8 Days on / 2 days Off - 8 Days on / 3 days Off

Remuneration paid by

Hourly / Daily / Weekly / Monthly / Yearly