Job Description

We are after a Farm Assistant to join the team as our current farm assistant is finishing up after calving. We are a 650 (peak) cow farm. Milking through a 30 a side herringbone shed with cup removers. Farm is flat to rolling contour.

Farm duties include but not limited to

  • Milking
  • Shed/plant cleaning and maintenance
  • Weed control
  • Fencing
  • Effluent management
  • General stock management
  • General R&M

This position is until the end of the 2026/2027 season. 

The ideal applicant would have NZ farming experience. Must be able to work well in a team and independently. Follow instructions. Able to identify animal health issues. Farm is situated 10mins North of Tokoroa. Please only apply if you are currently living in New Zealand and currently eligible to work in NZ. We are not an Accredited Employer.

Farm Size (ha)

200

Peak Herd Size (cows)

650

Typical On-farm Staff

3

Position Start Date

28/09/2026

Accommodation available

Near new brick home with double garaging.

Hour Type

negotiable

Average Hours Per week

50

Roster

Triple rotation - 7 Days on / 2 days Off - 7 Days on / 2 days Off - 7 Days on / 3 days Off

Remuneration paid by

By Negotiation