41 jobs found in Darfield

We have an exciting opportunity available for a Farm Assistant  for the coming season. We are a contract milking business looking for a motivated and reliable individual who is keen to learn, grow, and build a career in the dairy industry. This role suits someone with a strong work ethic, a positive attitude, and the ability to work well within a friendly team environment. Our farm milks 825 mixbred cows through a 50-bale herringbone shed and features excellent infrastructure and well-maintained facilities. We place a strong emphasis on animal welfare, milk quality, and maintaining high health and safety standards. Regular drug testing is carried out, and all farm policies must be followed. In this role, you will assist with efficient and hygienic milking routines while following procedures to ensure high-quality milk production. You will also help clean and maintain the milking plant and farm dairy equipment, reporting any faults to senior staff. The position involves...

We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Dairy Farm Assistant to join our team. We are a 1150 cow 300ha cow farm located 10 minutes from Darfield and 15 minutes from Rolleston.  Key Responsibilities: Milking cows. Maintaining high standards of animal health and stockmanship. Assisting with feeding of stock, putting up break fences and feeding out. General farm maintenance and cleaning. Assisting with animal health and welfare. Operating farm equipment (training provided if required). Supporting day-to-day farm operations. What We're Looking For: Positive attitude and willingness to learn. Good work ethic, honest and reliable. Has a positive attitude. Keen to learn and be part of a team. Gentle and respectful with stock. What We Offer: Competitive pay package including a tidy two-bedroom brick cottage. On the job training and support. A supportive team culture. We are proud of the team we have and are looking for...

Looking for a motivated and enthusiastic farm assistant for a 750 cow farm near Darfield. Milking through a 40 aside herringbone with auto-cup removers and Halter going on in July. Has protrack and has in shed feeding. The cows are predominantly Friesian and are high producing cows. We like the farm to operate at a high standard so we expect the employees to hold the same standard. We pride ourselves in animal husbandry and cleanliness so these aspects are a must in the successful candidate. There is plenty of opportunity to learn and support any off farm learning such as AgITO. Experience is not required however will be an advantage. Must be eligible to work in New Zealand so a New Zealand citizen or resident. We will not be supporting visas. There are school buses running past the gate and is very central to Darfield, Rolleston and Dunsandel and is only 30 mins to Christchurch.

Keen on a solid dairy job with a good team? We’re hiring a reliable Dairy Assistant for the 2026/27 season in Hororata. This is a great opportunity to build your skills with a team that will back you — some milking experience is a bonus, but what matters most is attitude, work ethic, and being keen to learn and step up. The farm 1250 cows on 350 hectares 54-bale rotary with cup removers In-bale feeding and wearables Mixed-age cows wintered on farm The role Milking in a rotary shed and helping maintain great milk quality Wash-up and keeping the dairy shed clean and tidy Assisting with stock movement, drafting, and general animal care Helping with feeding support and day-to-day farm jobs as required Working well within a team and following systems and instructions What we’re looking for Some milking experience preferred (training provided for the right person) Confident riding a 2-wheeler (essential)...

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...

We are looking for a honest and reliable person to join our team of 3. We are milking 660 cows on a 40 aside herringbone shed. Roster will be single rotation, 6 on 2 off. The farm is located in Dunsandel area, 15 minutes to Rolleston. Great location as it is on the thriving and fastest growing district of New Zealand, Selwyn District. You must be willing to be trained in all aspects of dairy farming. You must pass criminal and drug checks and be physically fit to be considered for the role. You must also have a full clean driving license.  As a Farm Assistant, you are expected to work alongside the Farm Manager and other staff in: - milk harvesting - maintaining the cleanliness of the cow shed - operating and maintenance of effluent system - monitoring pasture, crop, and supplement management - monitoring stock feed - diagnosing animal ailments and conducting treatments - assisting in the erection and maintenance of fencing. - Can drive farm tractor, move...

We are looking for a farm assistant to join our team, with at least 1 years of experience on dairy farm. Apart from the knowledge build up previously if you show you are passionate about the industry, have the right attitude and willingness to keep learning and work hard then you will be considered for the role. We contract milk 1350 cows in Bankside with Halter collar system. We milk through two sheds of 44 aside herringbone. In this moment one of the sheds has Protrack and in shed feed system. The successful applicant will be part of a six person team with support from the Contract Milkers. Your duties would eventually include all aspects of dairy farming including the following (but not limited to): Maintain fencing and water supply in a good working condition. Milking ( Milking time 2.5-3 hours) - Break fencing  if needed - General farm maintenance - Animal health (calf drenching, identify and treat mastitis, others) -Assist with a weed control programme for the farm.-...

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 have a position available for Dairy Farm Assistant role, on our 560-cow farm. The position is based in Canterbury area in New Zealand. This is full-time, permanent position guaranteeing at least 30 hours of work per week, but you will usually work between 30 to 40 hours per week. The pay rate is $26 per hour. Dairy Farm Assistant is responsible for working closely with the contract milker/Assistant Manager/Herd Manager to run the farm efficiently. His primary focus is on the day-to-day operations of the farm, aiming to maximize productivity and efficiency. He collaborates with the contract milker and other farm management/staff. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Milking: Dairy Farm Assistant actively participates in milking operations starts from early morning. Milking 560 cross breed cows. Feed pas setting. Equipment handling: Experience with riding 2-wheelers and tractor experience will be valuable as we have feed pad. Calving and Mating: Good experience in these areas is...

We are seeking a reliable and motivated Farm Assistant to join our dairy farming team. The successful applicant will assist with the day-to-day operation of a modern dairy farm while working closely with the Farm Manager and other staff. Key Responsibilities: Milking cows and maintaining high milk quality standards. Moving, feeding, and caring for livestock. Monitoring animal health and reporting any concerns. Assisting with calving and other seasonal farming activities. Cleaning and maintaining the dairy shed, plant, and farm equipment. Repairing and maintaining fences, troughs, races, and other farm infrastructure. Operating tractors and other farm machinery where appropriate. Applying animal welfare, biosecurity, and health and safety procedures at all times. Assisting with pasture management, stock movements, and feeding programmes. Carrying out general farm duties as directed by the Farm Manager to support the efficient operation...

Experienced stockperson to assist with farm activities during the calving period for 2 days per week, on Tuesdays and Wednesdays to cover other staffs rostered days off.  

We are currently looking for a Dairy assistant to help July-August. The candidate will need a current work visa. The ideal candidate would have experience working on a New Zealand dairy farm, but any required training will be given to the right person. The job will include helping with calf rearing, milking in a rotary shed, moving fences, spraying weeds and other general duties. We are looking for someone with a can-do attitude to join our team. Our farm is located at Dorie, Mid Canterbury. The farm is 750ha (total) milking 2600 cows through two rotary sheds. We run on a 7-2-7-2-7-3 roster.

We are readvertising as we have decided to add a Farm Assistant to our team due to an increase in cow numbers.  We have just become an accredited employer, so can now consider applicants under an AEWV.  Dairy Farm Worker - Full-time Permanent Location: 10 minutes west of Ashburton, New Zealand ANZSCO Code: 841512 Start Date: 25/7/26 (negotiable) Salary: NZD $65,000-$70,000 per year depending on experience ( base salary ), plus accommodation package Minimum Hours: 30 hours per week  Average Hours: 40 hours per week This position we are looking to fill is for a Farm Assistant role on a 680 cow dairy farm 10 minutes from Ashburton. Currently herringbone shed but we are in the process of building a 54-bale rotary which will be operational approximately October/November. Mainly Pivot irrigation with 5ha of Kline and one Roto Rainer. We are looking for a hardworking and reliable Dairy Farm Worker to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis. This is a...

milking 450-500 cows through a 36 aside herringbone with in shed feeding. Cows have collars. You will work as a team to complete daily jobs of milking cows (twice daily) setting up breaks, moving stock, tractor work, moving effluent irrigator, spraying thistle, picking up branches, cleaning and general maintenance plus anything else that has to do with running a dairy farm. irrigation: lateral You will shift this once you have been taught. Experience is not required as we will train you on jobs.  We require you to be drug free and able to pass random tests and criminal checks. WE ARE NOT ACCREDITED EMPLOYERS FOR WORK VISAS NOR ABLE TO HELP SPONSOR OVERSEAS APPLICANTS.                                                                                                                                                                                    SO PLEASE DONOT APPLY.  

Looking for fixed term/  Relief milking, Get in touch we can make it work.  Our farm is located only 5mins drive to Ashburton and is an awesome opportunity to have balance of city and farming life. This will be a fixed term job with possibility of relief milking later on for the right applicant.  We are looking for someone to join our team at Lindale Farming Company Ltd to start 27th July 2025 to have an extra hand of help over calving and then relief milking. Experience will be a benefit,  reliable & honest, someone who loves to dairy farming and have genuine interest. We will be milking 800 cows via 54 bail rotary with ACR and automatic teat spray and have Allflex collars. Farm is irrigated with center pivot mainly and have a few klines and sprinklers. What we looking for: -Good communication, confident on daily jobs like milking, fencing and calves handling etc. More importantly willing to learn and can do attitude. Criminal check will be done so no criminal...

🐄 Ready for your next challenge?  Our Mr Gingerbread support block which runs R1 and R2 heifers along with wintering cows on crop, using a pasture-based farming system with a strong focus on animal welfare. We’re seeking a driven Grazing Block Assistant to join our team.  📍  Location: Just 18 mins from Ashburton and 75 mins from Christchurch: Peak herd 3000 R2’s and 3000 R1’s Pivot/Kline irrigation 🛠️ About the Role: This is a permanent, full-time position focused on: Pasture allocation and stock management Tractor work (feeding out, fencing, general yard duties)   🌱   About Us:  Dairy Holdings Ltd operates over 60 dairy farms and over 20 support blocks that has been operating for over 20 years. We pride ourselves on our approach that is based around our people, our process, and our pasture, always with the health and safety of our people first and foremost. We aim to be an employer of choice, with excellent training and development...

Milking: Assists in efficient and hygienic milking routine. Follows procedure to produce high quality milk. Carries out simple milk harvesting tasks as directed, and is developing correct skills to milk. Animals: Assists in safe handling of animals, reports any health and welfare issues as per farm policy. Assists with moving and handling animals safely, and observes and reports on wellbeing of all classes of stock Feed: Controls weeds. Sets break fences and feeds out as directed. Assists with pasture and crop weed control, and is learning about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops. Machine, vehicles and technology: Safely uses and maintains vehicles on farm as directed by on farm policy People: Works well with others, building a strong team culture. Is aware of the opportunities available to them in their personal and career goals, and is beginning to look for opportunities to move to the next level in their career. Health, safety and...

We have a short term opportunity for someone interested in NZ dairy farming from 20th July for 3 months, through the calving season on our dairy farm.  The role will involve: picking up calves  milking cows  spraying weeds Various other jobs  The farm has halter cow collar technology  and milks through an 80 bale shed.  If you have a great attitude, quick learner and have good English we would be keen to hear from you, or even better have experience.  Accommodation is 1 bedroom house, furnished with power and internet included in rent.  Working holiday visas or Nz residents/citizenship only.  no sponsorship visas or applications from overseas please   located in mayfield, South Island. 

Our stunning family-owned farm is situated on 582 Ha of flat land and is located just 15 mins to Geraldine, only 20 minutes to Ashburton and a quick 25 mins to Methven, so if on your days off you want to get away from the farm and enjoy some of the many activities in the area such as skiing, fishing, hunting, café’s, shops then this is the perfect location for you! We milk our beautiful 2100 cows through a very high tech 80 bail rotary that literally has all the bells and whistles, and we are currently seeking a proactive farm assistant to join our awesome team.   We have a great team of people and currently we are on a 6/3 roster, we do this so that our people can have a good work life balance. Our cows get milked twice a day but our humans only milk once a day.   We care about our people and our cows the most and we strive to be the best employers we can be. This is an ideal role for a someone who is serious about growing their career as we do like to...

We have an exciting opportunity for a Farm Assistant to join our team for the 26/27 season, milking 1000 cows through an 80 bail rotary shed. The farm is set in a great location in the heart of mid Canterbury, 10mins from Hinds, 25mins from Ashburton, and 20mins to Geraldine. The 240ha property has a good layout out with great modern infrastructure. Farm Details: 80 bail Milfos shed, ACRs Protract drafting  In-shed feeding 4 on farm staff + CM & calf rearer Cow Manager Tags  System 3-4 240ha fully irrigated by 4x centre pivots & 30ha of k-line in the corners As a Farm Assistant you will play a role in the day to day running of the business supporting the contract milker and the 3 other staff in the team. We are looking for a trustworthy, reliable person that takes pride in their work and is motivated to achieve results at a high level. Must have the ability to work alone or within the team, be productive and create efficiencies...