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500 cows    I    190 ha    I    Otaua    I    36 ASHB    I    1st June 2027   An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced and commercially minded 50:50 Sharemilker to partner with the owner of Hauturu Farm Limited, a well-developed dairy operation located at Otaua.   The successful applicant will bring the experience, energy and business capability needed to operate a productive dairy business while building a positive, respectful and transparent working relationship with the farm owner and wider team.   The Farm Hauturu Farm Limited comprises 190 effective hectares of mixed-contour land (40ha of flats, 150ha of rolling) and operates a System 3 farming model.   The farm supplies to Fonterra and is currently milking approximately 480 cows, on target to reach 230,000 kgMS for the 2026/27 season.   Incoming Sharemilker will bring 500 spring calving friesen cows.   The farm owner is committed to the continued development of the property, with...

50/50 Sharemilking Opportunity – Hamilton Area An excellent opportunity for an experienced 50/50 sharemilker to join a well-established, progressive dairy farming operation close to Hamilton City. We are seeking an enthusiastic and capable sharemilking couple for a 480-cow herd at peak , with a well-developed farming system and excellent infrastructure. The Farm 480 cows at peak System 2 operation 36-aside herringbone shed with ACRs Feed pad and cow barn Calf-rearing facilities Covered PK and fertiliser bin Good barns and implement shedding Flat to gently rolling contour Good history of fertiliser application and pasture renewal Well-maintained and efficient farming infrastructure Accommodation A modern 3-bedroom home plus office is provided for the sharemilker, along with two additional houses on the farm . The property is conveniently located close to Hamilton City , with easy...

125,000 kg MS | 250 Cows | 95 Effective Hectares For the first time in more than 20 years, the owners of this highly productive Stratford dairy farm are offering a genuine herd-owning 50/50 sharemilking opportunity. Achieving 125,000 kg MS in 2025/26 from 250 Friesian and Friesian-cross cows on 95 effective hectares, this well-developed property provides a proven platform for an ambitious sharemilker looking to build and grow their business. The Farm 95 effective hectares currently milking 250 Friesian and Friesian-cross cows Three-year average production of 112,000 kg MS with125,000 kg MS achieved in 2025/26  Predominantly System 3 operation 30-aside herringbone with in-shed feeding, automatic cup removers and ClusterCleanse  Summer turnip crop Approx. half the herd wintered off-farm All young stock grazed off-farm from May to May Infrastructure Significant investment has been made in the property, including:   Brand-new effluent system with land...

We are seeking a  high performing 50:50 Sharemilker for the start of the 2027/28 season. The farm currently milks 600 July-calving cows and is located 5 minutes from Otorohanga township. The farm is 188 ha milking platform on high fertility ash and peat soils. Milking through a 40 bail internal rotary shed with drafting facilities plus feed pad for 400 cows. Past production has averaged 244,000 MS over the past 6 years. The farm runs at a system 4 level with 350 t of PKE, 100 t Grass silage and 100 t Maize silage bought in. 16 ha of maize is grown on farm each year. The successful candidate will be honest and reliable with a strong work ethic, excellent all-round farm knowledge and a good ability to use initiative. Outstanding pasture management skills are a must. You will need great communication and the ability to build effective relationships—both with the Farm owners and with external professionals supporting the business.  You will be a person who takes pride in...

My clients have made the call to sell the herd and this could be your opportunity to kick start your 50/50 sharemilking journey.   Located just 15 mins from Rotorua on SH 30, after 3 yrs with Contract Milkers the farm owners are looking to take the next step by employing their first 50/50 operator. Approx 220 Fr X cows are calved with previous production prior to last 3 yrs around 85,000kgMS average, last 3 yrs with CM’s in place has seen a new farm record over 96,000kgMS with an average of around 94,000kgMS. This has been achieved with OAD milking usually until the end of August, followed by TAD milking until around January then 3n2 (16hrs) until the end of the season.   The approx 88ha eff property has been run on a system 3 with calves on farm until 1st May, approx 100t in shed blend purchased and around 4ha of turnips grown. All cows are wintered on platform also.    The farm is mostly rolling in contour with some steeper areas and features...

Herd Owning Sharemilker (HOSM) Independent Contractor (Owner will also consider Lease) Eltham Road established seasonal supply dairy unit in prime dairy farming locality. Flat easy rolling contour with full range of paddock improvements (subdivision 60 paddocks) including community water supply ( Farm map available open day). Comfortable house, herringbone cowshed and full range of supporting buildings. Farm owner looking for independent HOSM contractor or Lessee with leading-edge farm management experience, good communication skills, and the ability to interact positively with an absentee owner or owners agent. Position will commence 1 June 2027, terms and conditions of HOSM contract or Lease to be negotiated with successful applicant. Open day to view farm will be held Friday, 16 October 2026 1 pm – 3 pm. Draft HOSM Contract or Lease (by way of tender) will be available at open day. Closing day for lease tenders will be advised at open day and in documents ....

50/50 SHAREMILKING OPPORTUNITY – Whangarei, Northland An outstanding opportunity awaits a motivated Sharemilker to take the next step and build a strong partnership with supportive farm owners on a well-established Puhipuhi dairy farm. This high performing dairy operation is on productive flat soils, with a proven autumn calving system. A 600kgMS/day winter milk contract and excellent infrastructure underpin the strong profitability of the established farm system. The Farm Owners are prepared to assist the successful Sharemilker with the transition to autumn calving and are open to either a full autumn-calving or split-calving system, provided the winter milk contract is achieved. Mentoring, livestock and financial support may be available for the right candidate. The Farm 165 effective ha Up to 480 cows, with either full autumn-calving or split-calving considered. Stocking rate is based on Jersey cows; proposed herd numbers will need to...

50:50 Sharemilking Opportunity: 700 cows Split calving – North Waikato The farm owner is seeking expressions of interest from an experienced, financially capable, and values-aligned 50:50 herd-owning sharemilker to operate a well-established dairy platform under a clear, performance-focused business arrangement. This is an attractive opportunity for a progressive operator who wants to take genuine responsibility for day-to-day farm performance, staff leadership, animal welfare, pasture utilisation, and farm presentation while working with an owner who is committed to retaining the farm asset and establishing a strong long-term operating relationship. The Opportunity ·        Preferred agreement structure: 50:50 herd-owning sharemilking arrangement. ·        700 cows, split calving, System 4/5. ·        Initial term anticipated: 3 years, subject to final agreement and due diligence. ·        Milking platform: approximately 320...

After three formidable years consistently lifting production, the current sharemilkers are moving onto a new opportunity.  The farm is located 8km from Otorohanga in the northern King Country. Converted from a finishing farm around 20 years ago, it has modern infrastructure with a 54-bail rotary, feed pad and ancillary buildings.  Utilizing a system 3 with approx. 1500kgDM/cow purchased alongside maize grown on farm. Planned start of calving around the 20th July with a peak production of 389,000KGMS and a three-year average of 335,000KGMS from a cross bred herd (which may be available for purchase)  Young stock are grazed on owner's runoff.  A standard Federated Farmers contract is utilised.  The farm has three modern three-bedroom brick homes which are well maintained.  Otorohanga is a thriving rural town with good schooling options including Otorohanga College. Hamilton is 45 minutes' drive to the North.  we are seeking suitably qualified sharemilkers who are:...

Wairau Valley - near Blenheim We’re looking for an experienced and reliable Farm Assistant to join our team on a large-scale dairy operation milking .This role would suit someone with 2–3+ years’ dairy farming experience who is confident working independently, takes pride in their work, and is keen to be part of a hardworking, supportive team. The Role Day-to-day responsibilities will include: Milking and general cowshed duties Bringing cows to and from the shed Feeding out and confident tractor operation Setting up, shifting and maintaining K-Line irrigation Identifying and assisting with sick, lame or injured stock General stock work and animal health Fencing and general farm maintenance Assisting with other day-to-day farm operations as required About You We’re looking for someone who: Has at least 2–3 years of practical NZ dairy farming experience Is capable and confident milking cows Is...

Lead machinery and infrastructure operations on a large, progressive dairy farm. Apatu Farms is a leading Maori agribusiness recognised for scale, performance, and operational excellence across Hawke's Bay. We are focused on people, productivity, and continuous improvement, operating a diverse range of horticultural, agricultural, and dairy enterprises. Our Plantation Dairy is a high-performing operation milking up to 1,800 cows through a modern 60-bale rotary, supported by a skilled team, quality infrastructure, and a commitment to doing things well. We are seeking a Machinery & Farm Operations Lead to take ownership of machinery, irrigation, effluent, and infrastructure operations across the farm. This is not just another tractor driving role. It's a hands-on leadership position where you'll plan, coordinate, and deliver key farm operations while leading a team of two machinery operators and setting the standard for performance, organisation, and equipment care....

We are looking for Herd manager to assist with running our 630 cow farm in Culverden. You main duties will be milking, cleaning cowshed, fencing, feeding calves, weed control, riding motorbike and other farm duties. One year of NZ dairy experience is a minimum and lvl4+ ITO qualification or similar Agriculture training is compulsory. Our candidate must be physically fit as manual work and heavy lifting may be required and be ready to wake up at 4am and work after 5pm if circumstance requires (with regular breaks). You also need to be ready to work weekends and holidays as required per your roster. Accommodation on farm provided so you need to have your own reliable transport due to the remote location of workplace. Weekly hours will be between 40-60 depending on part of the year. Pay is accommodation included. Sorry, no pets allowed.

We are searching for an enthusiastic and motivated farm assistant to join our team of 5 on an 1100 cow dairy farm located 10 minutes from Rakaia, 20 minutes from Rolleston which both provide excellent access to amenities and social/sports clubs and facilities. Ashburton, Methven and Christchurch are also within 40 minutes of the farm.  Key Responsibilities include: Milking cows efficiently in a 54-bail rotary with ACR's and auto teat spray. Animal health monitoring. Assisting with calving, calf rearing, and mating. Assisting with daily feed allocation. 2-Wheel motorbike operation. Fencing and weed control, Following milk quality and shed hygiene protocols. Health and Safety reporting. Assisting with effluent application. We are looking for an individual who meets following criteria: - Physically fit and healthy  Minimum of 1 years' experience  Ability to multitask  Honest  Punctual   Positive, can-do attitude...

Start ASAP | Up to 5 Months | Working Holiday Visa Looking for a genuine taste of Kiwi farm life? We’re looking for 2 reliable backpackers to join a dairy farm in the Reporoa area. The Job Milking and general dairy farm work Working with cows and livestock General farm duties Tractor work if experienced 45 hours guaranteed per week – average 45, maximum 50 What You’ll Need Dairy/milking experience – ideal Positive attitude and strong work ethic - essential Good English and able to follow instructions Full NZ driver licence and own vehicle – essential Comfortable working outdoors in all weather Tractor or motorbike experience is a bonus What’s On Offer Hourly pay + 8% holiday pay 45 hours guaranteed Low-cost shared on-farm accommodation Up to 5 months’ work Great opportunity to gain genuine NZ dairy experience Ready to get stuck in? Apply now – immediate start...

We are currently in our 17th year of share milking on our beautiful 244 Ha farm located just minutes from Kumara Junction and only 13 mins to Greymouth. Being a husband-and-wife team, we are very family friendly, and we love to get our 3 beautiful daughters involved on the farm when they have time.   On that note, although we are needing an assistant farm manager, we are the kind of people that don’t really put too much emphasis on titles as we are a team and we all pitch in, however we do need someone who has at least 3 to 4 years’ experience in the industry so that you can manage the farm when we want to take some time off.  Essential skills that you must possess to be successful in this role are pasture management, tractor driving, producing the highest quality milk, animal husbandry, drenching/vaccinating, identify and treat mastitis and lame cows, reliable, honest and hardworking.   Treat the farm as if it is your own.  In return we offer a competitive salary...

We are currently looking for a Herd Manager to join our Oxford team. You would be working on a 220ha cow dairy farm and milking 680 cows through a 50 bale rotary shed with acr's and protrack. The farm has 5 pivots. Roster would be 6:2. House is a 4 bedroom brick home. Must have precious experience in this role and must also be a NZ resident. Start date is asap - successful applicant would ideally fill this position from 1st October. Regular drug tests are performed on this farm.

Milking - Manage efficient and hygienic milking routine.  Follow procedure to produce high quality milk.   Animals - Manage safe handling of animals, report any health and welfare issues as per farm policy.  Manage the moving and handling animals safely and observe and report on wellbeing of all classes of stock.       Feed - Set break fences and feeds out as directed.  Manage pasture and crop weed control and learn about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops.    Environment - Manage dairy effluent systems operate and how effluent affects the on-farm environment and be aware of regional council requirements and their responsibilities to comply with these.    People - Manage and work well with others, building a strong team culture.  Develop an understanding of what makes a good farm team, and how their actions affect the wider team.    Machine, vehicles, and technology - Manage the safe use and maintenance of vehicles on farm as directed by on...

Key task Manage a peak milking herd of approximately 1,400 cows through a modern 50-bale rotary shed with automatic cup removers and teat spraying. well-designed 346 ha farm, including 104 ha in a pie-shaped layout and the remaining area divided into convenient 7–8 ha square paddocks. Responsibilties Carry out all animal treatments and health management in the shed, ensuring cows receive the correct care and treatment. Manage pasture rotation and grazing to maintain good pasture utilisation and feed availability. Take responsibility for effluent management and ensure the system is operated safely and effectively. Complete fencing repairs and maintenance around the farm. Carry out spraying, weed control and topping as required. Assist with general farm maintenance and day-to-day farm work to keep the farm running efficiently. Maintain high standards of animal welfare, farm presentation and safe work practices. Experience & Reporting A minimum of 3...

Located near Te Awamutu, we are a system 3-4 farm milking 750 cows through a 50-rotary. We are progressive in our farming practices, have modern facilities & machinery, and have good on-farm systems. We are seeking experienced (minimum 3 years) Assistant Herd Manager to join our team who have a passion for working with animals, have good communication, and are keen to progress in the farming industry, including undertaking Primary ITO studies. The position of assistant herd manager is designed to assist the farm manager in the overall running of the farm. You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested, and developing, including: milking twice a day; shifting cows and feeding; fencing, weed control; calving, calf rearing; shed cleaning and setup; - the ability to identify mastitis, lame cows, and generally sick cows - setting fences - effluent spreading and learning how the system runs; - being able to follow instructions, communicate, and work as part of a team....

Keen to be part of something new and exciting? We’re looking for a motivated Herd Manager to join our team where culture, performance, and people genuinely matter. We’re a supportive, positive team who enjoy the work we do and look out for each other — but we’re also serious about farming well. We have high expectations when it comes to milking cows, animal health and feeding allocation with high attention to detail in the cow shed. If you take pride in doing a job properly and want to keep lifting your standards, you’ll fit right in. The farm is located 15 minutes East of Asburton through a 80 Bail Rotary shed. (Auto teatsprayer, Halter and protrack) 2 years experience or a qualification Level 4 or above relevant to agriculture required . Must be capable tractor operator and must be able to do rotorainers Understands and takes responsibility for daily tasks such as running of the dairy, effluent management and feeding. Completes tasks with minimal supervision and...