Assistant Farm Manager

$80,000 - $100,000 yearly

Job Description

We are looking for a reliable, motivated  and hard working 2IC / General Farm Hand to join our team of three on a permanent, full-time basis. 

Bresa Farms operates a 160 ha effective Dairy farm milking 400 cows.  We split calve 50/50 in Autumn and Spring.  We are looking for an experienced person to assist with:

Livestock Management - daily milking, animal health monitoring, identifying on heat cows, maintaining a clean, compliant dairy shed.

Farm Maintenance - Undertaking general farm upkeep, fence repairs, weed control, water/ trough repairs.

Machinery operation - Safe operation of farm vehicles including tractors and quads.  The farm comprises some steep terrain therefore only experienced tractor operators will be considered for this position.

What we are looking for:

Experience:  Previous experience in an agricultural role is required.  Due to the steep nature of the terrain we require someone with previous tractor experience.  This role will require some feeding out using a bale feeder and silage wagon.

Skills:  Competency driving farm vehicles including tractors and quads safely.

Attributes: Reliable, physically fit, punctual and capable of working a structured roster.  We typically operate on a 12 on 2 off roster.

Requirements: A valid drivers license is required.  Must be legally entitled to work in NZ.

What we offer:

Competitive pay: Remuneration negotiated based on your previous experience and skill level.

Accommodation: Tidy on farm accommodation is provided as part of the package.

Great team environment:  We're everyone is respected and rewarded for their hard work.

Farm Size (ha)

160

Peak Herd Size (cows)

400

Typical On-farm Staff

Team of three

Position Start Date

16/11/2026

Accommodation available

Dwelling can be included as part of the salary package or if the applicant lives locally they can drive in.

Hour Type

negotiable

Average Hours Per week

45 in Off Peak times, up to 70 hours in Peak times

Roster

Single rotation - 12 Days on / 2 days Off

Remuneration paid by

By Negotiation