Dairy Farm Assistant

Job Description

You must be eligible to work in NZ as we are not accredited employers. 

We are looking to find a farm assistant to fill a new position on our farm. We are located 10 minutes north of Ashburton and 20mins from Methven.

We milk 650 cows through a 40 bail rotary with ACRs. 

Currently we have 2 full time employees plus myself the sharemilker.

Some experience milking cows is preferred. 

We have a self contained unit available for accommodation on farm.

Salary will be dependent on experience. 

Farm Size (ha)

190

Peak Herd Size (cows)

650

Typical On-farm Staff

3 currently. looking for one more

Position Start Date

01/07/2026

Accommodation available

Self contained unit

Hour Type

week

Average Hours Per week

50

Roster

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

Remuneration paid by

Total Package Value (e.g. Salary and/or benefits)