3 farm assistant jobs found

We have a job for an experienced farm worker (3+ years) for an Assistant Manager position on a farm in the Howard area. This is for a 640 cow farm, 1 hour 20 minutes from Nelson, milking through a 50 Bail Rotary shed. You'll have a range of responsibilities including the day-to-day management support including: Milking Shed Management Animal Husbandry and Production Animal Health Monitoring, Management and Treatment Pasture and fodder Management Maintenance of Shed, Equipment and Machinery Know and meet regulatory rules & requirements Breeding, Calving and Calf rearing Management Cattle transportation Contractor Organisation and Management Staff Management and other general farm duties. Weekly hours are a minimum of 35 and a maximum of 45. Since farm work is dependent on a number of unknown factors like weather and animals, should you work beyond the agreed maximum hours in a fortnightly pay period , you will be...

We are looking for an experienced and motivated 2IC to join our team on a well-established 680 cow dairy farm. This is a key leadership position for someone who wants to take on genuine responsibility and be part of the day-to-day management of a large dairy operation. The Role Working closely with the owner, you will play an important role in the day-to-day running of the farm. Your responsibilities will include: ● Supporting the owner with the overall day-to-day operation of the farm ● Helping lead and organise the farm team ● Taking responsibility for the farm when the owner is away ● Herd management, animal health and welfare ● Milking and maintaining high standards of milk quality and shed hygiene ● Calving, mating and reproduction management ● Pasture, grazing and supplementary feed management ● Monitoring herd performance and identifying issues early ● Tractor, machinery and general farm maintenance ●...

Golden Bay, Tasman | 1,000 Cows | 80-Bale Rotary Are you an experienced dairy farmer looking for your next opportunity in one of New Zealand’s most beautiful regions? We are looking for a Dairy Farm 2IC to join our team on a well-run 1,000-cow dairy farm in stunning Golden Bay . The Role As 2IC, you’ll work closely with the Farm Manager and play an important role in the day-to-day running of the farm. We’re looking for someone who is reliable, practical, and confident working with a large herd and modern dairy system. Key responsibilities include: Supporting the Farm Manager with day-to-day farm operations Milking and managing a 1,000-cow herd Herd health and animal welfare Pasture and feed management Machinery and general farm maintenance Staff support and team leadership Helping maintain high standards across the farm About You We’re looking for someone with: Proven dairy farming experience...