7 farm jobs found

We are looking for a senior worker/ 2ic all rounder to help run 505 cow herd.Able to operate feedpad silage bunker tractors wagons bale feeders pad scraper Jcb Telehandler krone mower greasing gear able to run the new cowshed with other staff.able to get in cows for milking draft for ai using automatic drafter. Effluent irrigation as part of the position.  We run a 11.5 day on 2.5 day off roster. Knock off Friday lunchtime for the weekend off.  We run a tidy farm and herd through new 44 cup herringbone (22 double up )with new plant,cup removers,auto drafter.

2,500 cows  l  2x 80 BR  l  760 ha effective Our client operates a high-performing dairy farming enterprise in the Manawatu/Whanganui region on 760 ha effective, providing an excellent environment for farmers wanting to build their skills and advance their careers. With a strong focus on efficiency, innovation, milking approximately 2,500 this operation runs through 2x modern 80 bale rotary cowsheds with plenty of automation.   You'll gain exposure to modern farming practices, large-scale operations, and industry-leading systems while working alongside an experienced and supportive team. The Role As part of a motivated and supportive team, you'll be involved in a wide range of day-to-day farming activities, including milking, animal health and welfare, feeding, pasture management, general farm maintenance, and operating modern farm equipment and systems.  You'll work closely with experienced team members to ensure the farm continues to operate efficiently while...

Dairy Herd Manager – Full Time, Permanent We’re seeking a Dairy Herd Manager to join our team on a 450-cow irrigated farm just north of Hunterville, in the Rangitīkei district. This is a full-time, permanent role on an 5 on, 2 off, 6 on 1 off roster. You’ll be based in a well-managed herringbone shed, working as part of a larger, coordinated operation with another nearby 450-cow property. The role focuses on daily milking, herd health, reproduction, and pasture management, with responsibility for guiding junior staff and keeping accurate records. If you have a passion for stock work, an eye for detail, and want to grow your career on a well-run, progressive farm, we’d like to hear from you. Key Responsibilities: Manage daily milking routines and maintain plant hygiene Monitor and treat animal health issues such as mastitis and lameness Assist with calving, mating, and young stock development Assist in feed allocation and pasture monitoring using farm...

Shed Manager – 6/2 Roster | 250-Cow Herringbone Location: Sanson, Manawatū We are looking for an experienced and motivated Shed Manager to join our team on a well-run, progressive dairy operation. We are a contract milking business overseeing two neighbouring farms , with a total team of six and approximately 950 cows across the two properties. The Role You will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operation of a 30-aside herringbone cowshed , milking approximately 250 cows . This is a hands-on role suited to someone who takes pride in their work, has strong attention to detail, and enjoys working as part of a team. Roster: 6 days on / 2 days off What We’re Looking For The successful applicant will have: Minimum 3 years’ experience working in a herringbone cowshed Strong milking and shed management skills Good animal health knowledge and attention to detail Strong heat detection skills Good...

Experienced person required to cup 650 cows, carry out shed hygiene and cleaning programme, shift effluent pods, feed out using mixer wagon and general duties involved with operating a dairy farm.

We are owner operater  Farm owners requiring an employee to assist us in the day-to-day running of our 420 Cow Dairy Farm  The Roster salary and start date  is negotiable to fit the right person we run a system 2  once a day in late summer early autumn farm system the farm is only 5 km from Taumarunui township  there is a five bedroom home with a swimming pool and outdoor entertainment area  Good Primary schools and great Hunting and Fishing nearby  You must Be currently living in and able to work in New Zealand 

Hi team we have just recently had our staff member decide to move on to a family farm. This this has created a great opportunity in short notice for an individual or couple to join the team leading into the 1st August 2026-2027 season and beyond. The farm is a family farm with myself in an owner operator system. We are a team focused family farm with opportunities to progress and grow, this is a high achieving, happy and healthy minded workplace We have 440 cows on farm producing over 600 milk solids per cow with great infrastructure. The farm is near Foxton (Manawatu) and has an excellent infrastructure: 36 aside herring bone with a smooth flowing automatic teat spraying cow shed. In shed feeding is used in conjunction with grass/maize silage and PKE in the paddock as required, running on a system 5 basis. This is a well-structured farm with very good policies, procedures and guidelines in place. Percy Farms are currently seeking employment of an Assistant manager / 2IC or an...