12 jobs found in Te Awamutu

With the New Year Approaching we are growing our team! Would you like to showcase your skills an abilities? Would you like to join a team of determined hard working people who love the farm and especially the cows and a few pets?  Our ideal applicant would have the following skills and abilities Two years dairy farming experience in NZ, capable in handling the daily tasks required for example-  Milking, Feeding calves, spraying weeds, moving sprinklers. Great communication to make sure that everyone is able to get the tasks done in a timely manner.  The skills to be quiet with stock and handle them with care  driving a tractor and operating different equipment would be a bonus!  honest and reliable excellent communication skills ( In case you missed it above)  great work ethic  a team player attitude. Pride in their work environment house proud Most importantly a good sense of humour and brilliant attitude.  Must be in New Zealand and legally allowed...

About us Located 5-minutes north of Rototuna, we are a friendly team of three who are passionate about the dairy industry and working together as a team. We run a 380-cow farm on 120 hectares with calving during the autumn months of March and April. The farm uses Cow Manager and has a high input system with a mixer-wagon and feed pad. The cowshed is a 36 aside herringbone with excellent cow flow. It has automatic cup removers, an in-shed feeding system and Protrack drafting gates. We run on a fortnightly roster with 10 days on/4 days off for most of the season, with 12 days on/2 days off during calving. The accommodation provided with the role is a basic, studio-style unit with a carport and beautiful rural outlook. The interior design is open-plan and includes a heat pump, fridge, oven and internet. The unit is fully insulated with a small laundry and mudroom attached, with a lawnmower provided to maintain the small lawn. Best suited to a single person, or a couple, there...

We are seeking someone to assist with the day-to-day management of our flat 210-hectare, 750-cow farm located in Te Awamutu. The successful applicant will work with our 2IC; they will need to be able to work well in a team environment. The aim is to create a positive environment for everyone to achieve both career and personal goals, with a realistic view on expectations and individual abilities. We expect staff to use common sense and take responsibility for their own actions. The ideal applicant must have a good sense of humor, be passionate about the industry, be quiet with stock, have a good understanding of animals, and work well with others as well as work alone. with at least an animal science degree, degree-related qualifications, and the proven ability to work with animals and ride 2- and 4-wheel motorbikes safely. Be able to set up electric fences, calve and rear calves, We require a cv and preferably at least 2 employer references Clear police history Clear drug history...

Wairarapa Moana Incorporation is an innovative and progressive farming business and an equal opportunities employer. Our vision and values are to nurture our people, place and future. Our portfolio includes a large, dairy farming operation covering over 5,500ha in the Mangakino district. We are seeking a motivated Farm Assistant to join our team immediately.  Experience in dairy farming and animal management skills preferred.  We are seeking a motivated Permanent PART TIME Farm Assistant to join our team immediately.  Experience in dairy farming and animal management skills preferred. DRIVE IN ROLE. This role will involve milking, operating farm machinery, animal husbandry, farm maintenance and pasture management. Applicants must have previous experience, a positive attitude and willingness to learn.  Minimum guaranteed hours per week are 44. If you believe that you have the skills, knowledge and experience to be successful in this role, forward your CV and...

Dairy Cattle Farm Assistant / Farm Worker – Entry Level 📍 Location: Mangakino, New Zealand We are looking for four reliable, motivated, and hardworking individuals to join our team as Dairy Farm Assistants or Farm Workers. This is an excellent opportunity for people looking to start or grow their careers in the dairy industry. You will work closely with the Contract Milker to ensure the smooth running of daily farm operations. Farm Details Milking 1,150 cows at peak through a 54-bale rotary shed. Rolling contour farm. Shared, well-maintained on-farm accommodation provided. Key Responsibilities Milking: Assisting with twice-daily milking for most of the year. Animal health and welfare: Monitoring livestock and providing appropriate care. Calf rearing: Feeding calves, carrying out health checks, and providing general care. Feeding stock: Preparing and distributing feed as...

We have a Dairy Farm Assistant role available on a 500-cow farm in the Te Kauwhata area, milking through a 28 Bail Rotary shed. 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 30, with an average of 40 and a maximum of 45. 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 will be 6 days on, 2 days off throughout the year. Wage ranges from $26.07 - $29.57 per hour, depending on experience. Candidates are required...

We are looking for a Farm Assistant for our 1050 cow farm on the edge of Paeroa. Milking through a 50 bale rotary cowshed with inshed feeding, autodrafting and auto heat detection. Roster is 8 days on and 2 days off.   You must be able to ride a 2 wheeler and have a full drivers license.   The successful applicant will have the following attributes: You will be self motivated and able to think for yourself. You will be driven to suceed in your work and like to see results. You will need to hit the ground running as we are a busy farm and every body takes resonsibilty for their role.  So if you dont like early mornings, this is not the career for you. You will understand and take responsiblities for daily tasks such as twice daily milkings,  identifying mastitis and other animal health issues.  Washing the plant and yard.  Moving the irrigator, temporary fencing, general maintenance around the farm.   You will look for opportunities to work more effectively and...

We are seeking a reliable and motivated Dairy Farm Assistant to join our team in Atiamuri. This role is ideal for someone who is genuinely interested in dairy farming and committed to developing practical skills in New Zealand’s dairy industry. About the Role The Dairy Farm Assistant supports daily farm operations, including milking, animal health checks, feeding, and general farm maintenance. The successful applicant will work closely with the Farm Manager and wider team to ensure smooth and efficient farm performance throughout the season. Key Responsibilities Assisting with daily milking routines Carrying out animal health checks and treatments Feeding stock and maintaining feed areas Supporting calving, mating, and seasonal programmes Monitoring animal welfare and reporting issues promptly Assisting with pasture management and irrigation tasks Operating farm machinery and equipment safely Maintaining...

Farm Assistant/2IC position available 10 minutes from Ngatea. 110ha flat contour, system 3 farm, 410 peak crossbred cows milked, 36 aside Herringbone shed with Automatic cup removers. Spring calving. Start date 30 November 2026 negotiable. Wages are negotiable depending on experience. Roster is 8 on 2 off. We are looking for: An honest, reliable and enthusiastic person Good work ethic Someone who is capable of working independently and within a team 1 years experience preferred but not essential. We could consider a career changer. Only New Zealand residents to apply (we are not accredited employers) Main duties include: Milking and getting cows in Weed control Maintaining fences/putting up break fences Loading and feeding out grass silage, maize silage and Palm Kernel The successful applicant will be expected to take part in all duties related to the running of the dairy farm.  A great opportunity for someone to gain a wide range of experience....

EXPERIENCED PERSON Required to milk cows twice daily through a 40 aside herringbone and assist with other farm duties to help operate an efficient dairy unit Must be quiet with stock,  ENJOY farming ON TIME, good work ethics  Honest and reliable 

Longacre Farming is a family-run dairy in Waikite Valley, twenty-five minutes south of Rotorua. Five hundred eighty cows, split calving, System five with a feed pad and mixer wagon. We run Halter virtual fencing across the herds to lift pasture harvested and give everyone a better work-life balance. Cow health comes first here, always. We're looking for a farm assistant who wants to build a career in dairying. This isn't a dead-end grunt job. You'll learn from experienced people, get proper training, and have a real shot at progressing in the industry. If you're keen to get better at what you do, you'll fit in. We keep things structured but not stiff. Everyone gets decent time off, and we actually want you to have a life outside the farm. There's banter, there's hard work, and there's no pretending otherwise. The role comes with a three-bedroom house and a double garage as part of the package. Applicants must already be in New Zealand with full working rights —...

Dairy Cattle Farm Assistant / Farm Worker – Entry Level 📍 Location: Taupo, New Zealand We are looking for three reliable, motivated, and hardworking individuals to join our team as Dairy Farm Assistants or Farm Workers . This is an excellent opportunity for those eager to start or grow their careers in the dairy industry. You will work closely with Contract Milker to ensure the smooth operation of daily farm tasks. Farm Details: Milking 1,200 cows at peak through a 60-bale rotary shed . Rolling contour farm. Key Responsibilities: Assisting with daily farm operations, including: Milking twice daily (most of the year). Animal health and welfare (monitoring and caring for livestock). Calf rearing (feeding, health checks, and general care). Feeding stock (preparing and distributing feed). Effluent management (operating and maintaining effluent systems). Fencing and weed control (general farm maintenance). Ensuring farm...