Job Description

From 5 October, we have an opportunity for a Farm Assistant on our farm in Rotoorangi – 10 minutes from Cambridge.

We milk 600 cows in a modern 50-bale rotary, running two herds. Our farm is relatively flat with the odd rolling hill. We use cow manager ear tags for heat and health detection and automatic drafting. In this role you will assist in the day to day running of the farm including milk and shed hygiene, effluent irrigation, break fencing, general maintenance and repairs and other farm duties.

Our ideal Farm Assistant will need:

  • Good communication skills
  • Excellent stock management skills
  • To be a great team member ·
  • Great time management skills

We require someone who is reliable, fit and healthy. Someone who enjoys working with animals and seeing them do their best. A person who is keen to learn and progress within our farm business.

We are looking at running a 9/2,8/2 roster (over weekends). We are flexible with additional time off during quieter times. We offer a generous salary and a 3-bedroom house as part of the total package.

As we are committed to Health and Safety in the workplace you may be required to undertake a pre-employment drug and medical test and Ministry of Justice check.

You must be in NZ to apply for this position - we are not an accredited employer!

Farm Size (ha)

240

Peak Herd Size (cows)

600

Typical On-farm Staff

3

Position Start Date

20/09/2026

Accommodation available

3 bedroom house

Hour Type

week

Average Hours Per week

55

Roster

Double rotation - 9 Days on / 2 days Off - 8 Days on / 2 days Off

Remuneration paid by

By Negotiation