Contract Milker – 150 Cows – Waikato

Start date: 1 June 2027

We are looking for a reliable, capable Contract Milker to look after our 150 cows, near Te Aroha.

This is an opportunity for someone who takes pride in their work, cares about their cows and pasture, and wants to take responsibility for the day-to-day running of a manageable dairy operation.

As we rear all calves born on farm, this role may suit a couple interested in working together.

The farm

• 150-cow dairy herd, with calving commencing in early July.

• 16-aside herringbone cowshed.

• Herd Home.

• Silage bunker for supplementary feed storage.

• Maize silage grown off-farm.

• Concrete effluent storage with a travelling irrigator.

• All calves born are reared on farm. The Contract Milker is paid for rearing additional calves.

• Calves leave for the runoff block at weaning, with heifers returning in June.

• No cow wearables on farm

The accommodation

Three-bedroom house with a fireplace and attached double garage is provided.

The role

The successful applicant will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the farm, including:

• Milking and general herd management.

• Animal health, welfare and reproduction.

• Calf rearing.

• Pasture management and supplementary feeding.

• Mating and calving management.

• Farm records

• Effluent management and general farm maintenance.

• Maintaining a safe and tidy farm environment.

The person we are looking for

We are looking for someone who is:

• Reliable, organised and self-motivated, with attention to detail.

• Confident managing a dairy herd and the day-to-day running of a farm.

• Committed to good animal welfare and pasture management.

• Practical, proactive and able to work independently.

• A good communicator who values a positive working relationship with the farm owners.

Owners live nearby, but not on site, giving the Contract Milker independence to manage the farm.

You will need to provide

• Reels and standards (suggest 8 reals and 50 standards)

• Farm bike/ side by side able to tow calfeteria/ calf trailer

• Trailer suitable for collecting calves from paddock

• Gate hung feeders for young calves

• Tow behind calfeteria for older mobs

• Test buckets

• Miscellaneous small items for foot trimming and calf rearing

Location

The farm is approximately 10 minutes from the Te Aroha Farm Source store, with local services and amenities within easy reach. 

If you are looking for a manageable dairy farm where you can take ownership of the day-to-day operation and work with supportive owners, we would love to hear from you.

Please respond with a CV including at least two references that you are happy for us to contact.