Farm Assistant – 525-Cow Dairy Farm | Ashburton, Canterbury
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to gain experience, build their skills and take the next step in their dairy farming career, with genuine opportunities to progress.
We’re looking for someone motivated, reliable and enthusiastic, who enjoys working with cows, takes pride in their work and has a positive attitude. Someone who is happy to get stuck in, can work independently when needed and enjoys being part of a team.
Previous dairy farming experience is preferred but not essential. We’re just as interested in finding someone with the right attitude, a good work ethic and a genuine willingness to learn.
There’s room to grow with this position. We’re keen to support and invest in the right person, helping them build their skills and confidence while gradually taking on more responsibility. For someone with the drive and ambition to progress, there is the opportunity to work towards a 2IC position over time.
We’re keen to find someone who wants to get involved, learn the ropes and become a valued member of the team.
This role would suit someone starting out in dairy farming, or someone with some experience who is keen to build on what they already know. You’ll have the opportunity to get involved in the day-to-day running of the farm, learn different aspects of the operation and develop your skills along the way.
We’re happy to support and teach the right person, but we’re looking for someone who is keen to learn, shows initiative and takes pride in doing a good job.
If you’re looking for a position where you can gain experience, develop your skills and work towards taking on more responsibility, we’d love to hear from you.
Get in touch for a chat or to find out more. We look forward to hearing from you!
Must be a New Zealand resident or citizen, and eligible to work in NZ.
We are not accredited employers and cannot offer visa sponsorship.
We contract milk two dairy farms in the Ashburton district, Canterbury, which are located close to each other. One farm is 117ha milking approximately 425 cows, and the other is 154ha milking approximately 525 cows.
Both are pasture-based farming operations, with a strong focus on grass management, animal health and producing quality milk. Grass is the foundation of our system, with silage used as a supplement during the shoulders of the season.
We’re passionate about grass-based dairy farming and believe in keeping things practical, efficient and well organized. We value good people, a strong work ethic and a positive team environment, where everyone plays their part and has the opportunity to develop their skills.