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We are seeking a reliable and experienced Calf Rearer to join our team on an 850-cow dairy farm in the Rongotea / Sanson area for the upcoming calving season in a fixed-term seasonal role. Start mid July, finishing late October / early November. You will be responsible for the day-to-day care and management of calves from birth through to weaning. Approx. 600 calves kept. Working as part of a team with a combination of feeding in pens and on suckers in paddocks. Previous calf rearing experience preferred. Good animal handling skills and a positive attitude necessary. Competitive pay based on experience. Hourly rate. Hours per week vary, aprox 8am - 5pm Please email [email protected] with information about yourself and previous experience if interested.

Calf Rearing Position  – July to December 2026 - Dannevirke - Lower North Island - 1500 calves  We are looking for motivated and hardworking people to join in on our calf operation for the Spring 2026 season. This opportunity could progress onto ongoing year-round work due to both autumn and spring calf rearing operations overlapping. We are seeking someone (maximum of 2 people) who are eligible to work in New Zealand - please note that we are not accredited with Immigration New Zealand and therefore cannot sponsor an employee. This role would suit someone who enjoys working outdoors, has a strong work ethic, and is passionate about animal care and farming. About the Role You will be involved in all aspects of calf rearing within a large-scale operation, including: Feeding and daily care of calves Monitoring calf health and wellbeing Identifying dehydration, sickness, and other animal health issues and...

Join our team for the upcoming calving season! We milk 440 Fresian cows on a well-structured property just Kimbolton, 20 minutes from Feilding. We pride ourselves on excellent animal welfare and highly organized, spacious calf rearing facilities. This role is crucial to the success of our next generation of dairy cows and beef bulls. The Role Position: Fixed-Term Calf Rearer Duration: 1st August - 15th October Hours: 30 hours/ week Key Responsibilities Feeding: Prepare and distribute milk, colostrum, and meal to replacement heifers and bull calves. Health Tracking: Monitor calf health daily, identify sickness early, and administer treatments. Hygiene: Clean and sanitize feeding equipment, pens, and bedding regularly. Animal Welfare: Ensure all calves are clean, warm, dry, and well-cared for. Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of treatments, births, and IDs. What We Offer Excellent...

Join our team for the upcoming calving season! We milk 480 KiwiCross cows on a well-structured property just outside of Marton. We pride ourselves on excellent animal welfare and highly organized, spacious calf rearing facilities. This role is crucial to the success of our next generation of dairy cows and beef bulls. The Role Position: Fixed-Term Calf Rearer Duration: Mid July - 30th September Hours: 30 hours/ week Key Responsibilities Feeding: Prepare and distribute milk, colostrum, and meal to replacement heifers and bull calves. Health Tracking: Monitor calf health daily, identify sickness early, and administer treatments. Hygiene: Clean and sanitize feeding equipment, pens, and bedding regularly. Animal Welfare: Ensure all calves are clean, warm, dry, and well-cared for. Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of treatments, births, and IDs. What We Offer Excellent Facilities: Large,...