40 jobs found in Ashburton

Pencarrow Farm is an award winning 800 cow farm located 5 minutes from Ashburton. The farm is fully irrigated with a 50 bale rotary, in shed feeding and ACRs. Pencarrow Farm has an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic Farm Assistant to join our team for the current 2025/26 season. This role includes but is not limited to feeding cows, effluent management, shifting irrigation (rotorainer, k-lines, sprinkers), milking, general farm duties and animal husbandry. Applicants will need to be motivated, honest and have a passion for a future in our industry. Dairy experience is preferred but not necessary. Must be able to take direction, yet show initiative and have a common sense. Must hold a current full drivers license and must be eligible to work in NZ and have a CURRENT VISA. On Pencarrow, we take pride in our stock, environment, farm and we place huge value in our employees. Staff progression within the industry is of importance to us, so if you are a good...

Dairy Farm Assistant – Hinds, Mid Canterbury This position could also suit someone looking for drive-in relief milking work. We are happy to discuss flexible arrangements with the right person. We are a progressive dairy farming operation based in Hinds, just 20 minutes south of Ashburton. Our farm milks 935 cows through a modern 54-bail rotary shed featuring automatic cup removers and automatic teat spraying systems. Due to a staff member leaving to take the next step to progress their dairy farming career, we are seeking a reliable and motivated person with a positive, can-do attitude to join our team for the upcoming mating period on farm. The successful applicant will: • Be physically fit and capable of working outdoors in all conditions • Have basic English and good communication skills • Show a willingness to learn and work as part of a team • Hold a current driver’s licence • Have the legal right to work in New Zealand • Be able to pass a pre-employment drug test...

We have a position available for a Dairy Farm Assistant on a 700-cow farm milking through a 54 Rotary Bale shed in the Ashburton area. The farm is located 10-15 minutes to Ashburton, 30 minutes from Mt Hutt Ski Field.  Previous experience is preferred but not required for this role. You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested and developing including: Milking twice a day shifting cows and feeding  fencing, weed control calving, calf rearing shed cleaning and setup identifying and alerting managers to sick cows Setting fences and other general farm duties. Weekly hours are a minimum of 40 and a maximum of 50. Since farm work is dependent on a number of unknown factors like weather and animals, any hours worked beyond the agreed maximum in a fortnightly pay period will be paid  at the agreed overtime rate.   The schedule may vary;  Roster would be 7 days on 2 days off. Salary ranges from $67,782 - $76,000...

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our dairy team of 6.  We milk 1550 cows in an 80 bail shed with protrack, in shed feeding, ACRs and automatic teatspray.  We are located in Ashburton and work on a 6 on 2 off roster, with a pay range of $28-$32 based on a 50 hour work week.  This job will include: Milking, getting cows in, setting fences, riding a 2 wheeler and tractor, calf pick up, general farm maintenance, and cleaning.  The right person - -Can work in a team and independently - Has good time management - Has the willingness to learn new things and follow instructions -Can work with people from different nationalities For this role you must be able to prove you have 2 years work experience in Agriculture or a similar degree. An updated CV and atleast 2 references are required when applying.  We only have single accommodation so this role will not suit anyone with family, and we will not be able to provide a larger house later in the role.  We will only...

Due to one of our workers being injured we are looking for someone on a fixed term basis to help us get through the start of mating. This might lead to more work in the future.  We milk 2,000 cows through a 80 bale rotary which has auto drafting and teat spraying. We also have the use of Halter too  Roles will be milking, feeding calf's, spraying weeds and races. Vat and plant wash etc Experience prefered. Accommodation available. 

Job Description We are searching for an enthusiastic and motivated farm assistant to join our team of four until February 2027 on our 800 cow dairy farm located on the Hinds town boundary. Applicants must be living in New Zealand now to apply for this job and be either a NZ citizen or have a residency visas.   Preferably applicants would have previous experience on New Zealand dairy farms, with a can do attitude. Duties would depend on your experience but would be focused primarily on milking, cleaning the shed and yard, treating mastitis and moving break fences for stock. Basic farm information 60 Bail Rotary with ACR’s, auto trat sprayer and automated plant wash. Single herd grazing. Allflex collars. Centre pivot irrigation with a handful of sprinklers and rotorainer runs. Preferred start date is 10 October 2026. Please send a current CV complete with cover letter and recent referee phone numbers. Key Responsibilities include: Milking cows. Following milk...

Due to our team member moving on we require 2 Dairy Farm Assistants for the following - Milking - Break fencing - Lame and Mastitis detection and treatment - Use of animal health drugs and calf rearing YOU: - MUST be able to work alone - Must take pride in your work and be responsible - WILL BE RANDOMLY DRUG TESTED - Must have a clean drivers license - Must not have a criminal record of any kind - Accommodation is shared with one other We're not looking for someone with experience but a 'can do' attitude and a willingness to learn is a must. If you have any experience in the dairy industry that would be an advantage.  You MUST be currently living in New Zealand. 

We’re looking for a reliable, motivated person to join our team on a 700 cow dairy farm in Mid Canterbury. This role would suit someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in their work, and is happy to get stuck into all aspects of day-to-day dairy farming. we are NOT accredited employers We milk through a 40 bale rotary with cup removers using max T milking. Majority pivot irrigation.Simple grass based system. We’re looking for someone who is: • Reliable and punctual • Honest with a good attitude • Confident working both independently and as part of a team • Willing to learn and take direction • Respectful of animals, machinery and the farm • Previous dairy farming experience would be an advantage, but the right attitude and willingness to learn are just as important. We can offer: • Easy going family oriented culture • Work life balance • Opportunity and support for you to grow, there is real opportunity to grow your career in the system...

Milking - Assist in efficient and hygienic milking routine.   Follow procedure to produce high quality milk. Animals - Assist in safe handling of animals, report any health and welfare issues as per farm policy.   Assist with moving and handling animals safely and observe and report on wellbeing of all classes of stock.      Feed - Set break fences and feeds out as directed.   Assist with pasture and crop weed control and learn about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops.   Environment - Understand how dairy effluent systems operate and how effluent affects the on-farm environment and be aware of regional council requirements and their responsibilities to comply with these.   People - Work well with others, building a strong team culture.   Develop an understanding of what makes a good farm team, and how their actions affect the wider team.   Machine, vehicles, and technology - Safely use and maintain vehicles on farm as directed by on farm...

WE ARE NOT ACCREDITED SO SORRY BUT OFFSHORE AND VISA HOLDERS NEED NOT APPLY. Our beautiful 141Ha family owned and run dairy farm is located just 5 minutes from Lincoln, where there are great schools, shops, cafes etc. and we’re still only 30 mins from the center of Christchurch.  We think we are ideally situated to enjoy everything the South Island has to offer.   We milk our beautiful 280 cows through a 20 aside Herringbone shed, it does not have ACR, but it is a 1-person shed (eventually you will be able to milk on your own).  We would like to find a dairy farm assistant to come and join our team.  Our manager has been with us for 7 years, so we consider ourselves to be good employers especially as they started with us as a farm assistant.  We are good teachers but only if you have a willingness to learn.  This is not just a job to us, this is a lifestyle, so having an extra person will allow us to concentrate on other projects.   You may have at least...

We require a Dairy Farm Assistant to join our family owned and operated Dairy Farm in Hororata. We have an excellent team of 4 and are looking for the right person who will complete our team. We are located in Hororata, Canterbury. We milk 800 cows through a 50 ASHB, with inshed feeding and allflex collars. We have 2 pivots and a few k-line. Our team culture is welcoming, hard working, efficient and genuinely enjoy what we do. Key tasks and responsibilities include but are not limited to : Milking : Assists with efficient and hygienic milking practices.  Animals : Assists the team in caring for the cows, keeping up with records, reporting and treating animal health conditions. Feed : Assists in weed control, sets up break fences and assists in feeding out.  Environment : Assists with effluent management, assists with shifting of K-line irrigation.  People : Works efficiently, works well with others, a strong team culture is crucial for our team and business....

Only apply if you are in New Zealand and available for interview.  We are seeking an honest and hard-working farm assistant to join our team. You will be part of 4 staff team and report to the farm manager. Milk 800 cows. 40 bail rotary, 2 support blocks for wintering cows, and rear 400 replacements. Fully irrigated via 2 pivots and 3 rotorainer shifted daily and 20 ha sprinkler. Duties are but not limited to: Milking - Assist in an efficient and hygienic milking routine. Follow the procedure to produce high-quality milk. Animals - Assist in safely handling animals and report any health and welfare issues per farm policy. Assist with moving and handling animals safely and observe and report on the well- being of all classes of stock. Feed - Set break fences and feed out as directed. Assist with pasture and crop weed control and learn about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops. Environment - Understand how dairy effluent systems operate and how effluent...

We are searching for an enthusiastic and motivated farm assistant to join our team of 5 on an 1100 cow dairy farm located 10 minutes from Rakaia, 20 minutes from Rolleston which both provide excellent access to amenities and social/sports clubs and facilities. Ashburton, Methven and Christchurch are also within 40 minutes of the farm.  Key Responsibilities include: Milking cows efficiently in a 54-bail rotary with ACR's and auto teat spray. Animal health monitoring. Assisting with calving, calf rearing, and mating. Assisting with daily feed allocation. 2-Wheel motorbike operation. Fencing and weed control, Following milk quality and shed hygiene protocols. Health and Safety reporting. Assisting with effluent application. We are looking for an individual who meets following criteria: - Physically fit and healthy  Minimum of 1 years' experience  Ability to multitask  Honest  Punctual   Positive, can-do attitude...

Apply only if you are in New Zealand. We are seeking an honest and hard-working farm assistant to join our team. You will be part of 4 staff team and report to the farm manager. Milk 800 cows. 40-bail rotary, ACR, and auto teat spray. Fully irrigated. Duties are not limited to: Milking - Assist in an efficient and hygienic milking routine. Follow the procedure to produce high-quality milk. Animals - Assist in safely handling animals and report any health and welfare issues as per farmpolicy. Assist with moving and handling animals safely and observe and report on the well- being of all classes of stock. Feed - Set break fences. Assist with pasture and crop weed control. Environment - Understand how dairy effluent systems operate and how effluent affects the on- farm environment and be aware of regional council requirements and their responsibilities to comply with these. People - Work well with others, building a strong team culture. Develop an...

The Role We are looking for a strong Farm Assistant to join our team based in Dunsandel which is an excellent location close to Christchurch. You will be assisting with leading a team and milking 850 cows. This will be on a rotating roster of 6 days on and 2 days off.  You will be a team player, have strong pasture management knowledge and a genuine desire to achieve the farms goals. The main responsibilities of this role include… Animal Care – feeding, milking, health checks, seasonal tasks (calving, mating). Farm Operations – moving stock, fencing, irrigation, operating machinery. Maintenance – repairs to fences, water systems, vehicles, and sheds. Compliance & Environment – follow health & safety, effluent, and biosecurity rules. General Support – assist manager, support contractors, tidy and prepare work areas. Skills and Experience  To be considered for this role will require …  At least 2 years...

Feed Production Management • Assist with any feed planning or the management of as appropriate. • Assist to manage weeds and pests to maintain pasture and crops. • Milking • Maintain all appropriate effluent management records. • Know what to do when things go wrong. Animals • Implement animal health program to maintain good health. • Assist with calving and the calf rearing program to achieve minimal losses and ensure high quality replacements are available for the herd. • Assist to manage repairs and maintenance schedule for all plant, machinery and infrastructure. • Ensure all relevant company policies are understood and adhered to. • Experience/qualification is an advantage but not essential. • Dedication, commitment and willing to learn are the traits we are looking for.  

Feed Production Management • Assist with any feed planning or the management of as appropriate. • Assist to manage weeds and pests to maintain pasture and crops. • Milking • Ensure the effective operation of all aspects of the milking process, including plant hygiene and somatic cell count, to maintain grade free standards. Effluent • Operate and maintain the effluent system on your farm to all regional council compliance requirements and the employer’s additional standards. • Maintain all appropriate effluent management records. • Know what to do when things go wrong. Animals • Implement animal health program to maintain good health. • Assist with calving and the calf rearing program to achieve minimal losses and ensure high quality replacements are available for the herd. • Ensure all herd records are maintained. Business  Assist to manage repairs and maintenance schedule for all plant, machinery and infrastructure. • Ensure all relevant company...

Location: 25 mins from Christchurch, 15 mins from Rangiora/Kaiapoi, 5 mins to Mandeville township Are you looking to build a robust future in dairy farming? We are currently seeking a motivated and reliable Farm Assistant to join our dedicated team. This position has become available because a long-standing team member has progressed quickly during their time with us and is now taking the next step in their career. About the Role While prior experience is not essential, a keen interest in dairy farming, a positive attitude, and a strong work ethic are an absolute must. We are a tight-knit farming team who pride ourselves on supporting one another and working well together to achieve our farm's goals. We expect every team member to learn and take part in all areas of running the farm. In return, we are committed to helping you plan, progress, and build a successful career in the dairy industry. We actively promote and support Ag-ITO training for...

We are looking enthusiastic team member help us milk the cows and do other farm jobs in a regular roster. Some experience in working with cows is essential. Our farm is situated 20 minutes north of Ashburton  If you are not currently in New Zealand please do not apply.

Farm Assistant position available in Dorie. While we are ideally looking for a permanent full time staff, we would also consider a short/fixed term or contract position. We are looking for a farm assistant for our team to start on the 15th of October or ASAP. We are looking for someone with at least 1-2 years experience  as you will have to hit the ground running. With mating, its a busy time to join the team, so if you are a fast learner, this will be an ideal fit. About the farm The farm has had Halter on the 760 Friesian cows for the last four years. This has really helped with wintering on crops, mating, break feeding and bringing the cows to the milking shed. We are aiming to produce 530MS/cow this year We have three different types of irrigation -Pivot, Lateral and Rotorainers About the area Dorie School and Preschool are excellent.  Property is on the primary school bus route High school in Ashburton about 25 km Our ideal candidate would be...