Job Description

Looking for a DFA with some full time experience to join Manager and 2IC on a farm south of Levin.
Please only apply if you are already a resident of New Zealand.

House will be available, but initially drive in (with some delay with tenants moving.)   

The key role is to participate in the day-to-day herd management requirements.

  • To support the Farm Manager with the milking routine and shed hygiene. In the absence of the Farm Manager to ensure the milking of the herd is carried out in a manner consistent with good animal husbandry.
  • With regards to animal health, to support the Farm Manager to monitor and ensure treatment provided to maintain all cows in a status of good health, particularly for bloat, grass staggers and mastitis.

  • To help identify, record and co-ordinate all cows in heat for artificial insemination or natural mating.

  • Feeding all livestock with pasture and supplements as directed by the Farm Manager. To assist the Farm Manager with the scoring and preparation of the feed plan and livestock rotation subject to experience. Training will be provided as appropriate.

  • To implement weed control on the property as directed by the Farm Manager.

  • Repairs and maintenance work is to be included in the Dairy Farm Assistant’s duties.

Farm Size (ha)

160

Peak Herd Size (cows)

460

Typical On-farm Staff

3 FTE

Position Start Date

01/11/2026

Accommodation available

Housing on farm

Hour Type

negotiable

Average Hours Per week

45-50

Roster

Single rotation - 6 Days on / 2 days Off

Remuneration paid by

Hourly / Daily / Weekly / Monthly / Yearly

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

Salary + Benefits