12 farm assistant jobs found

We have the opportunity for an additional team member to assist on our 750 dairy farm at Tahuna, 20kms north of Morrinsville. The position is for a fixed term 4 month term July - October. If you are a couple it is possible that we will have work for you both.  Duties will primarily be calf rearing & associated tasks, however there will be some milking & general farm work required. No specific farming experience is necessary, although the ability show initiative & face the challenge of learning new skills with confidence is a must.  

Milk Harvester – South Taranaki We are looking for a reliable Milk Harvester to join our team in South Taranaki. The role is split between two rotary dairy sheds and includes milking duties along with general day-to-day farm tasks. Experience is preferred but a good attitude, reliability, and willingness to learn are just as important. What we offer: Hourly pay, or salary depending on candidate and preference. Flexible roster options Modern rotary sheds Supportive team environment Duties include: Milking and shed operation Animal health observations Shed cleaning and maintenance General farm tasks as required (if the candidate just wants to do milking's and hourly rate, this can also be discussed). Applicants must be reliable, able to work early starts, and have the right to work in New Zealand. We are an accredited business as well.  For more information or to apply, please get in touch.

Wanted: Junior Farm Assistant $25ph Spring’s coming and cows don’t wait. We need an extra pair of hands for calf rearing, calf pickup, milking, and general farm work. No experience needed — just reliability, common sense, and a willingness to learn. Potential to continue beyond spring for the right person. 🐄 Located in the heart of the Grey Valley — just 25 minutes from Greymouth. Part-time or full-time options available for the right person. Accommodation available if needed. Hours and roster negotiable 

PLEASE NOTE: WE ARE ACCREDITED EMPLOYERS, however at this time we will give preference to applicants eligible to work in NZ without requiring a work visa. We have an opportunity on offer for a farm assistant role in the Central Plateau of the North Island…. We would LOVE to employ a hard-working, kind-hearted person that is keen to learn the ropes of dairy farming and advance. ( Some prior experience is necessary) To be selected as a suitable person for this role, the candidate will need to:  have a great attitude & desire to learn, be honest, reliable, and forthright, have a reasonable level of “stock sense”, be punctual and organised, have some farming &/or animal husbandry experience,  be fit & healthy, ready to work & have some fun too! Job(s) will include: milk harvesting, calf rearing, shifting and sorting cattle (including young stock and bulls), pest & weed management (under supervision), animal health treatments & recording...

To assist farm manager in day to day running of farm , including milking, calf rearing, feeding out, and general day to day repairs and maintenance. farm is 15 minutes south of hamilton farm is flat with a 26ashide herringbone shed with alflex collars and auto teatspray and drafting. limited accommodation as would be sharing with other staff , would ideally suit single person or drive in. Must be eligible to work in new zealand

We are seeking an experienced, motivated, reliable, outgoing COUPLE to join our team here in the Kaponga area.   Milking 650 cows through a 44 aside HB and general day to day farm duties. Must have good communication skills and be able to work both individually as well as in a team.   Experience needed.  Confident in a tractor. Relief milkings and calf rearing available for partner.   Nz residents please.  

We’re looking for a reliable Farm Assistant who is confident with core farming skills and keen to keep learning. We milk 650 cows on 259 ha of flat terrain through a 54‑bail rotary DeLaval shed with digital monitoring tools . Potential work for parter available as calf rearing. Role includes All aspects of day‑to‑day farm tasks in a supportive environment with quiet cows, including: Milking in a 54‑bail rotary Stock handling and animal health checks Break fencing and pasture monitoring Effluent management Shed hygiene and general farm duties Feeding out (tractor experience an advantage) Using digital monitoring tools as part of daily routines Roster is 6 on 2off. We’re looking for someone who Has at least one year’s NZ dairy farming experience Is competent with milking and feeding Follows instructions accurately Has a solid work ethic and takes pride in their work Communicates well and works well in a small team Is interested in using...

We are looking for a Calf Rearer/Relief Milker/Winter Feeding Farm Hand to join our team on our 850-cow family dairy farm near Kapuka, Southland for the upcoming calving season.   This is a drive-in position responsible for the day-to-day care and management of approximately: 400 replacement heifer calves 20 Jersey bull calves Helping with other farming jobs eg milking and picking up calves   The role will run from approximately early June through until late January with potential opportunity to extend till February, working 5-6 days per week, with support from 4x permanent staff members on farm.   We are seeking someone who: Has excellent attention to detail Can work independently and efficiently Is organised and proactive Understands the importance of quality and timely colostrum management Can Speak English Has a Full drivers license Has a good attitude Has to be able to work long hours   Animal welfare and...

Our clients are looking for a motivated and reliable person to join their Waikato farming operation in a drive-in role. Conveniently located between Morrinsville and Hamilton, this is a great opportunity to be part of a supportive farming team while enjoying flexibility and variety in your workday. The operation includes a 100-hectare dairy farm milking 320 crossbred cows through a 26-bale rotary with in-shed feeder, supported by a 66-hectare run-off used for grazing, dairy beef, maize, and grass silage production. The farm is well set up with a covered feed pad, reticulated bore water system, and strong infrastructure to support efficient day-to-day operations. Working across both the dairy platform and run-off, you will assist with a range of farm duties, including: Milking and shed routines Calf rearing and young stock care Feeding out and feed management support Moving stock across the dairy farm and run-off Fencing and general...

We are looking for some help on our 680-cow dairy farm, 10 minutes West of Dunsandel. The role is full time during calving season with sole responsibility for rearing 180 heifer replacement calves. We have a calf trailer to get milk from the shed to the calf sheds; this has a motor and pumps milk into calf feeders so no bucketing.  Option one is just to help during calving with the calves, so from the middle of July to mid/late September and we hire a relief milker separately. Option two is to help on the farm outside of feeding calves and the job will change to dairy farm assistant role from late July through to early February. This would include milking cows in our 50 bale rotary with cup removers. Getting cows in, putting up fences, spraying weeds and shifting k-line irrigation.  The job comes with a modern brick house which will be partially furnished.  Applicants must have a current work visa for New Zealand.

Hi we are looking for somone to join our team on a 6 month contract in lincoln chch. The position is full time fixted term from August to Febuary  Calf rearing / milking / daily farm work to help out through the busy period. Experence with calf rearing would be great. Must be in New Zealand with a relevant visa. Please apply online 

Daisyburn Dairies Ltd is on the hunt for a motivated, reliable and skilled calf rearer for the upcoming season. We are a well-established 700 cow dairy unit milking predominantly Friesen cross cows. The role will be sole calf rearer for 175 replacement heifer calves in addition to beef calves and bobbys to 4 days old. Ideally the right candidate will have 1-2 years calf rearing experience, and be able to work independently however, will have plentiful support from the manager and the two farm assistants.   Key responsibilities: -       Maintaining clean and hygienic practises in the calf shed -       Identifying health issues with calves and communicating concerns -       Preparing and distributing milk, meal and hay feeds -       Assisting with general farm duties -       Additional opportunity of relief milking 2-3 times a fortnight for the right person The role is available from August through to November but could be extended....