5 senior dairy farm assistant jobs found

Senior Farm Assistant – Dairy Farm (Okato, Taranaki) We are seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Farm Assistant to join our team on a well-established 360-cow dairy farm near Okato . This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take on additional responsibility and work within a modern farming operation. About the Farm 360-cow dairy operation Modern 38-a-side herringbone cowshed Utilising Halter monitoring technology Supportive working environment Three-bedroom house available to rent About the Role Start Date: 20 July The successful applicant will be involved in all aspects of the dairy farming operation, including: Milking and animal husbandry Pasture and feed management Calf rearing and stock work Farm maintenance Assisting with day-to-day farm operations Leading and making sound decisions when the farm owner is absent Requirements Applicants must: Have a...

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated 2IC to join our team on a progressive dairy farm in Central Otago . This is an excellent opportunity for someone ready to step into a leadership role, working alongside experienced operators in a supportive environment with strong systems and high stock performance. The Role Working closely with the Farm Manager, you will assist with the daily operation of the 850 -cow dairy farm , contribute to team supervision, and support animal welfare while developing your management and technical skills. Key responsibilities include: Milking and shed management Feeding, stock movements and animal health monitoring Training and supervising staff when required Machinery operation and maintenance Effluent and pasture management Supporting farm compliance and health & safety processes Halter / shed technology About You We’re looking for someone who: Has previous dairy...

THE OPPORTUNITY Are you an experienced senior farm assistant looking for the next step in your farming career, or you may have already been in a similar role, either way - this Production Manager (2IC) leadership opportunity at Totara Dairy could be the ideal opportunity for you. Join this supportive and friendly team who all work well together, as 2IC you will also work closely with the Farm Manager.  You will help to implement farm plans and take on a degree of responsibility for feed allocation, animal health and breeding and animal records.  You will also be happy to muck in and support the team where needed. On the Farm Managers Day off, you will take responsibility for the team, ensuring everything runs smoothly. THE FARM   Totara Dairy is a high-performing, well-established farm just ten minutes from Westport. Set across 480 effective hectares, we milk 1,100 cows through a modern 60-bale rotary shed equipped with milk hub technology, automatic cup removers, and...

Our Client  Our client is a well-established, family-owned agricultural business with over 20 years of successful dairy and beef farming operations across Australia and Tasmania. Known for their strong team culture, modern farming practices, and focus on herd health and efficiency, they are seeking a motivated Assistant Manager / 2IC to join one of their well-run 750-cow dairy units in North West Tasmania. The Opportunity The farm milks 750 cross-bred cows through a modern 60-stand rotary shed and operates a predominantly pasture-based system with grain fed in the dairy. The property is well maintained, easy rolling, and offers an enjoyable working environment with excellent infrastructure and systems already in place. The herd calves in Autumn, with calving for this season now largely complete, making this an ideal opportunity for someone to settle into the role outside of the busiest period. This role would suit either a capable Junior 2IC looking to further...

Farm Operations Support Support good people, keep farms running well, and be part of work that matters. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We’re looking for a skilled and reliable Farm Operations Support person to provide practical support across our four Taranaki farms. This role is ideal for someone with strong dairy farming capability who enjoys variety, can step in where needed, and takes pride in helping farms run well. You’ll work across different properties and teams, supporting day-to-day operations. The role is primarily focused on farm operations and farm coverage. That includes milking, stock work, feeding, general farm tasks, machinery operation, maintenance support and helping maintain good routines and standards across the farms. From time to time, you may also assist with practical science-related farm activities, but this is first and foremost an...