Job Description

We are on the lookout for a motivated and reliable Farm Assistant to join our team early November in Waikuku due to a change in one of our teams circumstances.

At peak we are milking 480 cows through a 32 ASHB.

We are looking for someone who has:

  • minimum 24 months experience in NZ dairy industry
  • ability to use 2 & 4 wheeler motorbikes
  • confident using a tractor with minimal supervision
  • great stockmanship
  • has a great work ethic
  • AI trained would be preferred

Day to day duties can include milking, assisting with animal health and records, weed control and fencing.

We calve all year round so you will be required to assist with calf feeding.

We are not accredited so you will need to be either an NZ resident or citizen and hold a current NZ drivers license

Only short-listed applicants will be contacted

Farm Size (ha)

170

Peak Herd Size (cows)

480

Typical On-farm Staff

3

Position Start Date

07/11/2026

Accommodation available

Yes - to be discussed with the right applicant

Hour Type

week

Average Hours Per week

50

Roster

Single rotation - 6 Days on / 2 days Off

Remuneration paid by

By Negotiation