Job Description

Senior Farm Assistant position available working along side farm owners and two other staff member. 450 cows. TAD. 40 ASHB. . The applicant must be self motivated, reliable and honest person to help with general farm duties and milking cows. Have at least 3 years NZ experience. Keen to progress. Have basic knowledge and understanding of farm duties, milking, animal health, effluent management, and calf rearing. Must have basic tractor experience. Ability to work alone and within a team. Good communication and shows efficiency. Can pass a drug test. Provide 2 x references Applicants must have NZ residency or right to work in NZ.

Farm Size (ha)

150

Peak Herd Size (cows)

450

Typical On-farm Staff

3

Position Start Date

01/08/2026

Accommodation available

3 bedroom house with a heat pump.

Hour Type

week

Average Hours Per week

55

Roster

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

Remuneration paid by

Hourly / Daily / Weekly / Monthly / Yearly