Farm Assistant – Okaihau, Northland

About the Farm

We are a progressive, performance-focused dairy farming operation based in Okaihau, Northland, approximately 20 minutes from Kerikeri.

The operation consists of a 189-hectare dairy platform, supported by a 143-hectare runoff, milking between 620 and 650 cows.

The farm features a modern 60-bale rotary cowshed equipped with automatic cup removers and automatic teat sprayers. The entire herd is fitted with Allflex collars, providing valuable herd monitoring technology to support animal health, reproductive performance and efficient farm management.

Our farming approach focuses on strong pasture management, animal welfare, milk quality and maintaining high standards across all aspects of the operation.

About the Role

We are seeking a reliable, motivated and hardworking Farm Assistant to join our team.

This is a hands-on position involving all aspects of day-to-day dairy farming. The successful applicant will work alongside an experienced team in a supportive environment, with opportunities to develop their skills and take on further responsibilities.

Key responsibilities include:

• Milking and maintaining high milk quality and shed hygiene standards.
• Assisting with animal health, herd management and general stock work.
• Shifting cows and assisting with pasture management.
• Operating farm machinery and equipment safely.
• General farm maintenance and upkeep.
• Assisting with seasonal farming activities, including calving and mating.

About You

The ideal candidate will have a positive attitude, strong work ethic and a genuine interest in dairy farming.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is reliable, punctual and takes pride in their work.
• Has good communication skills and works well within a team.
• Can work independently and show initiative when required.
• Has a strong focus on animal welfare and safe stock handling.
• Is willing to learn, develop their skills and take on responsibility.
• Maintains a clean, tidy and safe working environment.
• Has previous dairy farming experience, although applicants with the right attitude and willingness to learn will also be considered.

What We Offer

• A modern, well-equipped dairy farming operation.
• A 60-bale rotary shed with automatic cup removers and teat sprayers.
• Allflex herd monitoring technology.
• A supportive team environment.
• Opportunities for ongoing learning and development.
• A varied role with involvement in all aspects of dairy farming.

We are looking for someone who enjoys dairy farming, works well with others and wants to contribute to a successful and well-run operation. Please send cv too [email protected]