Job Description

We are looking for a reliable and hardworking dairy farm assistant or herd manager to join our team in Ikawai, South Canterbury 🐄.

We peak milk 640 cows through a 60 bail rotary with ACRs and an Allflex drafting gate. The farm is flat and is well set up with two centre pivots and K-line irrigation.

The role will include:

General dairy farm duties

Assisting with milking and getting cows in

General maintenance

Shifting break fences 

Stock work and animal care 

About you:

We are looking for someone who is keen, has a positive attitude and can work well in a team and pull their weight. 

Some dairy farm experience is preferred. 

Must be living in New Zealand and be legally able to work in New Zealand.

Hold at least a restricted drivers license.

Reliable and hardworking.

Willing to work as part of a team as well as independently.

We are accredited employers(AEWV). 

Remuneration will be negotiated based on experience. 

If you are interested in joining our team please get in touch. 

Farm Size (ha)

173

Peak Herd Size (cows)

640

Typical On-farm Staff

3

Position Start Date

18/10/2026

Accommodation available

3 bedroom house

Hour Type

week

Average Hours Per week

50

Roster

Single rotation - 5 Days on / 2 days Off

Remuneration paid by

Total Package Value (e.g. Salary and/or benefits)