Job Description
We take milk quality and animal health seriously and are looking for like-minded farmers to join us for an exciting expansion on our beautiful farm.
We’re proud to be Fonterra Organics Top Performers for milk quality two years in a row:
SCC 73 99% Days of ExcellenceSo we’re looking for someone who takes pride in their work, high attention to detail, and prioritises milk quality and animal health. Position and salary based around the right applicant. 6:2 roster.
Farm setup• 800 cows in multiple herds using Halter
• 40-bale rotary (ACRs + in-bale teat spray)
• CellSense & Protrack
• OAD milking solo in shifts alongside other staff and us (owners)
The farm
• 250ha effective + 200ha new neighbouring block
• Mostly flat to rolling country
• Very tidy farm with great infrastructure
We also often work on projects with Halter, Fonterra, DairyNZ and investors, so it’s important you present yourself and our farm well. This is fun and varied work that we enjoy!
Patoka, Hawke’s Bay45 minutes from Napier in a great farming community.
• 
School bus at the gate
School bus at the gate• Kindergarten & primary school nearby
• Active Young Farmers
• 
several options of tidy on-farm housing available
several options of tidy on-farm housing available
Interested?Send your CV and cover letter and tell us why you want this job!
Farm Size (ha)
450
Peak Herd Size (cows)
800
Typical On-farm Staff
4
Position Start Date
01/06/2026
Accommodation available
Several options of very tidy housing on farm 3+ bedrooms
Hour Type
week
Average Hours Per week
45
Roster
Single rotation - 6 Days on / 2 days Off
Remuneration paid by
By Negotiation
About Ashton Farming Ltd
We’re proud to be Fonterra Organics Top Performers for milk quality last season: SCC 87 99% Days of Excellence… on track to achieve even better!
Farm setup• 800 cows in multiple herds using Halter
• 40-bale rotary (ACRs + in-bale teat spray)
• CellSense & Protrack
• OAD milking solo in shifts alongside other staff and us (owners)
The farm
• 250ha effective + 200ha new neighbouring block
• Mostly flat to rolling country
• Very tidy farm with great infrastructure
We also often work on projects with Halter, Fonterra, DairyNZ and investors, so it’s important you present yourself and our farm well. This is fun and varied work that we enjoy! Patoka, Hawke’s Bay45 minutes from Napier in a great farming community.
• School bus at the gate
School bus at the gate• Kindergarten & primary school nearby
• Active Young Farmers
• several options of Comfortable on-farm housing available
several options of Comfortable on-farm housing availableMore about us:
https://nzfarmsource.co.nz/advice-and-support/enrich/organic-dairy-farming-gains-momentum.html?fbclid=IwY2xjawQxMAJleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFZbGRZUWRGa3JSRVFXWEhZc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHheGR7W-FUigANUGZMQ_e6kiZAFgMlVnzofS8MxDU4GaYONwzBiRVSa1kVTc_aem_KlRtsYtuyK4DxB8bIVxZ2w