Farm Assistant

$65,000 - $70,000 yearly

Job Description

We are readvertising as we have decided to add a Farm Assistant to our team due to an increase in cow numbers.  We have just become an accredited employer, so can now consider applicants under an AEWV. 

Dairy Farm Worker - Full-time Permanent
Location: 10 minutes west of Ashburton, New Zealand
ANZSCO Code: 841512
Start Date: 25/7/26 (negotiable)
Salary: NZD $65,000-$70,000 per year depending on experience (base salary), plus accommodation package
Minimum Hours: 30 hours per week 
Average Hours: 40 hours per week

This position we are looking to fill is for a Farm Assistant role on a 680 cow dairy farm 10 minutes from Ashburton.

Currently herringbone shed but we are in the process of building a 54-bale rotary which will be operational approximately October/November.

Mainly Pivot irrigation with 5ha of Kline and one Roto Rainer.

We are looking for a hardworking and reliable Dairy Farm Worker to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in animal care, and can contribute positively to a busy dairy farm operation.

In this role, you will assist with the day-to-day running of the farm, including milking, stock movement, feeding, animal health monitoring, fencing, cleaning, general maintenance, and seasonal farm tasks. You will also be expected to follow farm policies and procedures, including health and safety and environmental practices.

To be successful in this role, you should ideally have a minimum of 6 months' dairy farming experience. You will also need to be physically fit, dependable, and able to work well in a team environment. A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and commitment to good animal welfare practices are essential.

Applicants must currently be in New Zealand with a current work visa to be considered for this role.

Please email CV to [email protected]

Farm Size (ha)

175

Peak Herd Size (cows)

680

Typical On-farm Staff

3

Position Start Date

25/07/2026

Accommodation available

Warm tidy one bedroom house available on farm.

Hour Type

week

Average Hours Per week

40

Roster

Single rotation - 6 Days on / 2 days Off

Remuneration paid by

Hourly / Daily / Weekly / Monthly / Yearly