Job Description

We are on the lookout for a farm assistant to join our team.
Due to 1 staff member moving away, we are looking for someone with at least 6 months dairy farm experience. Start date will be as soon as possible.
We milk 1000 cows through a 50 bail rotary with automatic cup removers, drafting and teat spray.
Key tasks: 
  • Bringing cows in for milking, milking and teat spraying.

  • Cleaning the milking shed, yards and equipment.

  • Feeding stock, setting up break fences and checking water supplies.

  • Monitoring animal health, reporting concerns and assisting with treatment as directed.

  • Helping with calving, calf rearing and mating as required.

  • Assisting with effluent management.

  • Carrying out general farm maintenance, including fencing and basic equipment care

The farm is located in Ryal Bush, Southland. 10 minutes from Winton and Invercargill.
Accommodation is available, 2 bedroom warm house with heat pump .
Must have a valid working visa if applying due to lack of time and be in NZ already or have ready all the necessary requirements to apply for one.
If you are interested please email your CV with at least 2 references to [email protected]

Farm Size (ha)

300 ha

Peak Herd Size (cows)

1000

Typical On-farm Staff

4

Position Start Date

30/10/2026

Accommodation available

2 Bedroom

Hour Type

negotiable

Average Hours Per week

30hrs min/55 hrs max

Roster

Single rotation - 6 Days on / 2 days Off

Remuneration paid by

By Negotiation

Remuneration if Per KgMS - Dollars per KgMS

n/a