Job Description

NZ Residents Only. This role is not visa accredited. Applicants must already have the right to work in New Zealand.

 

Due to unexpected family circumstances our 2IC is moving on so we are now looking for someone to assist on our 350-cow dairy farm, near Tokomaru, 15 minutes south of Palmerston North. We have a 25-aside herringbone shed with ACRs, and the farm is a system 5 with feedpad and mixer wagon. We use SmaXtec cow monitoring system.

 

We are looking for someone who

·         has a minimum of 2 full seasons NZ dairy experience

·         is motivated & reliable

·         has excellent communication skills

·         is capable of managing the daily operations in the farm owner’s absence

·         is mature and capable of working with younger staff

·         is careful & responsible operating machinery, competent driving tractors, loading & feeding out supplements and riding a 2-wheel motorbike

·         has good knowledge of animal health, dairy shed hygiene, pasture management, effluent management and health & safety

 

A 5-bedroom house with double garage is available (no dogs).

 

Two primary schools nearby and bus to Palmerston North secondary schools from Tokomaru.

 

No smoking or vaping anywhere on farm. Drug-free workplace.

 

Please attach CV with references with your application.

 

Farm Size (ha)

180

Peak Herd Size (cows)

350

Typical On-farm Staff

3

Position Start Date

10/08/2026

Accommodation available

5 bedroom house

Hour Type

negotiable

Average Hours Per week

50

Roster

By negotiation

Remuneration paid by

By Negotiation