Job Description

🐄 FARM ASSISTANT WANTED

Drive in position

We are looking for a reliable, hardworking Farm Assistant to join our team on our dairy farm near Invercargill (new river ferry)

We milk around 750 cows on a busy dairy farm. This is a hands on role and would suit someone who enjoys working outdoors, is reliable and is keen to get stuck into a range of farm duties. Experience not essential.

The role will include:

General dairy farm duties

Stock work and animal care

Fencing and general maintenance

Shifting breaks and other day to day farm jobs

Assisting with milking

Calf and young stock care when required

Helping keep the farm and yards running smoothly

The crew

You will be working alongside a friendly and experienced team who are easy going, work well together and are happy to help someone settle in. We are looking for someone who will fit in with the team, pull their weight and have a good attitude towards the job.

We are looking for someone who is:

Reliable and hardworking

Able to work well independently and as part of a team

Comfortable working around livestock

Willing to learn and take direction

Hold at least restricted license 

If you’re interested in joining our team, get in touch.

Farm Size (ha)

330

Peak Herd Size (cows)

750

Typical On-farm Staff

6

Position Start Date

10/09/2026

Accommodation available

No

Hour Type

week

Average Hours Per week

55

Roster

Single rotation - 6 Days on / 2 days Off

Remuneration paid by

By Negotiation