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Looking for experienced person who can manage the farm and milking and calving and mating and calf rearing and tractor driver and halter on farm so be easy just have to have experience 

Due to a long term employees sickness we have a position available on dairy farm 10 minutes from Ashburton . Must  be competent in all  dairy animal health , ability to work unsupervised , 2 wheel and side by side vehicles , all machinery and able to work in a team environment.

We are looking for a dynamic farm assistant to complete our team of 3 staff plus contract milker on our well maintained south canterbury dairy farm. The farm is flat and mainly pivot irrigated with a very efficient 54-bale rotary shed. The Jersey herd is milked TAD until February, then 3 in 2. The cows are performing well and high standards across the farm are in place.  There are great training opportunities for the right applicant, and there is a great condition house available too. We are looking for someone who loves cows, has some machinery abilities and is a keen team member. Minimum experience: 1 year new zealand dairy farming

OFFSHORE AND VISA HOLDERS NEED NOT APPLY. Being owner/operators of our beautiful 440 Ha farm in the most stunning setting on the West Coast, gives us the opportunity to work with our employees on not only maintaining and constantly improving how we do things, but to also train, teach and develop our people into the next generation of dairy farmers.  To be successful in this role you will have at least 1 years’ experience here in NZ, you will be a hardworking person who is serious about being a dairy farmer, if you are, we will teach you everything you need to know, to get you to the next level, we like to promote from within.   You must also possess a strong work ethic, honesty, reliability, strong communication skills, and be a great team player.  We consider ourselves to be excellent employers.   Modern on farm accommodation is provided and we shall pay a competitive salary which will be negotiated depending on experience but we’re thinking in the range of $70 to $75k...

We are seeking an experienced farm worker (12+ months) to join our team as Assistant Herd Manager on an 1,800-cow farm in the Ashburton area, operating a two 50 Bail Rotary milking shed. You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested and developing including: Milking and monitoring milk quality, stock handling and feeding (feed mgt), fencing, weed control, calving, calf rearing, shed cleaning and setup identifying and alerting managers to sick cows setting fences and other general farm duties. Weekly hours are a minimum of 35 and a maximum of 44. Since farm work is dependent on a number of unknown factors like weather and animals, any hours worked beyond the agreed maximum in a fortnightly pay period will be paid at the agreed overtime rate. The schedule may vary; Roster will be 5 days on, 2 days off for the rest of the year. Salary is $63,000 per annum. Candidates must have previous dairy farming...

Herd Manager/2ic We are on the look out for a skilled and dedicated herd manager with the goal of becoming 2ic, to join our team this 26/27 season starting June. NOT ACCREDITED EMPLOYERS must be nz citizen or nz resident must be available for an in person interview. We milk all year round, milking 250 cows over June/July. Calving 150 in February, 100 in May and 600 in July/August. Farm is located 10 minutes from Tapanui, 25 minutes to Gore. Shed is a 54 bale rotary with ACR’s and smart wash. Cows wintered in Wintering barn on farm and on support blocks nearby Accommodation is available in tapanui only 5 mins away  Good and tidy farm infrastructure. 6 and 1 over calving 5 and 2 rest of season Key responsibilities will include: -Assisting with all aspects of the dairy farm including Milking, feeding, general farm maintenance and cow health. -Be confident but careful on a 4 wheeler. -Be...

The role requires experience dealing with milking ,Mastitis treatment ,lame cow treatment and managing a herringbone shed and a good knowledge of animal welfare and shed hygiene. The dairy farm is situated close to Rangiora and Kaiapoi

Manage the day-to-day care and welfare of the dairy herd. Carry out milking efficiently while maintaining high milk quality and hygiene standards. Monitor animal health, identify sick or injured animals, and administer basic treatments or report issues promptly. Assist with calving Move stock safely between paddocks and assist with grazing management. Operate and maintain milking equipment and farm machinery safely. Maintain farm facilities, fences, water systems, and general farm infrastructure. Keep accurate records of animal health, milk production, treatments, and farm activities. Follow all farm health and safety policies and maintain a clean and safe work environment. please email your cv to [email protected]   please don't apply from overseas    No visa support available

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Herd Manager to join our progressive farming operation in Tokoroa What we offer Competitive remuneration package 3 Bedroom house provided (NO DOGS) 5 on, 2 off roster for most of the season  3 on, 1 off roster during calving Work in a 50-bale rotary shed Modern farm infrastructure Opportunities for growth and career development  Key duties Milking and shed operations Animal health and general stock work Calving assistance during the calving season Cleaning and maintaining the dairy shed What we’re looking for A strong work ethic and positive attitude Good animal handling skills Ability to work early mornings and flexible hours during busy periods Ability to work well independently and as part of a team Attention to detail and a focus on animal welfare Previous dairy farming experience  Strong animal husbandry skills  Drug-free and reliable  If you are looking for an...

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic  Assistant Herd Manager to join our high-performing dairy team in Ikamatua, Grey Valley, West Coast, starting 20th July 2026. You will work with 650 predominantly Friesian cows, milked using a 54 bail rotary shed with ACRs, Protrack, in-shed feeding, Datamar Collars, and irrigated paddocks. This is an excellent opportunity for someone committed to furthering their dairy career in a supportive and forward-thinking environment. Our operation values teamwork and utilises modern technology across all aspects of farm management. Requirements: - Experience working on dairy farms  would be helpful but not essential - Strong work ethic and positive attitude - Excellent communication and time management skills - Commitment to developing skills and learning - Legally entitled to work in New Zealand - Understanding of animal health and welfare monitoring 

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We are seeking a motivated and reliable Assistant Herd Manager to join our dairy farming team. This is a full-time position working alongside the Farm Manager to ensure the smooth day-to-day operation of the farm. The successful applicant will be actively involved in all aspects of dairy farming, including milking, animal health, pasture management, machinery operation, calving, and general farm maintenance. This role requires a hands-on individual with excellent stockmanship, strong work ethic, and the ability to work independently while contributing positively to a team environment. We run a 50 a side herringbone cowshed with automatic cup removers and automatic teat sprayer, ProTrak and cow collars.