Job Description

Due to unforeseen circumstances, we are looking for a Farm Assistant to join our team and replace a valued employee who has been with us for the past four years.

If you're passionate about dairy farming, enjoy working with livestock, and are excited by modern farming technology, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

We are seeking someone with at least one full New Zealand dairy season under their belt to join our progressive dairy operation.

This is an excellent opportunity to work on a modern technology-driven farm focused on efficiency, animal performance, and continuous improvement. We place a strong emphasis on animal health and welfare, with in-shed feeding systems and technology that help support both cow performance and staff efficiency.

About the farm

  • 550 cows
  • system 3
  • Production target of over 500kg/ms/cow
  • Halter collars
  • Modern 54 bail rotary shed with automatic cup removers and in bail teatspray
  • Larger feed pad
  • New 12 bay calf shed designed for efficiency
  • strong focus on animal health and welfar
  • In shed feeding

What we're Looking For

The successful applicant will:

  • Have at least one full New Zealand dairy season experience
  • Have tractor experience
  • Take pride in their work and workplace environment
  • Work well both independently and as part of a team
  • Be open to learning new skills and ideas
  • Have a positive attitude and willingness to grow within the role
  • Demonstrate good animal husbandry and stockmanship
  • Be reliable, motivated, and capable

Applicants must currently be in New Zealand and have the Legal right to work in New Zealand. 

We are a drug and alcohol free operation random testing is done through out the season.

If you are motivated, capable, and want to work on a progressive dairy farm that values both its people and its animals, we would love to hear from you.

Farm Size (ha)

200

Peak Herd Size (cows)

550

Typical On-farm Staff

3

Position Start Date

23/07/2026

Accommodation available

Warm 2 bed room unit

Hour Type

week

Average Hours Per week

45

Roster

Single rotation - 6 Days on / 2 days Off

Remuneration paid by

By Negotiation