We are searching for a farm assistant to assist us on the operation of a 875 cow dairy farm for the season commencing 1st June 2027. This an exciting opportunity to work in a team keen on progressing someone through the ranks, and smashing some targets in our first season owning this farm.
Farm description:
-48 ASHB, ACR's
-850 cows peak milk
-system 2-3 farm system
-285ha effective, rolling to steep,
- Young cows OAD all season (200 cows), old cows TAD
-roster 8:2 from July to October, then we move to 7:2,7:2,7:3
A 3 bedroom lockwood with 2 living areas and 2 bathrooms.
Farm is in the district of Ngakuru, approximately 20mins to Rotorua, 40mins to Taupo. . Pasture based system with some palm kernel and grass silage in feed deficit. Fert is spread via contractor.
About the role: We require a keen and enthusiastic person to assist us with running the farm day to day. Tasks you are required to complete include but are not limited to; milking, feeding out, setting up break fences, weed control and general farm maintenance.
You will be working closely with the manager and a 2IC. However there will be many times where you will be working unsupervised so you must be comfortable and competent with that.
What we are looking for in the ideal candidate:
Great attitude and passion for the industry
Someone comfortable working by themselves unsupervised.
Solid background in dairy hygiene with particular focus on udder health and achieving great SCC results.
Someone committed to farm pride and maintaining a safe and tidy workplace
We are not looking for a lot of experience, and will hire attitude over experience! We can provide all on farm training.
If this sounds like you please get in touch
*only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for an interview
*only candidates currently residing in New Zealand will be considered