6 jobs found in Waimate

Dairy Farm Assistant – Waimate, South Canterbury We are seeking a motivated and reliable Dairy Farm Assistant to join our team on two dairy farms located in Waimate, South Canterbury. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their dairy farming career while working in a supportive team environment on a well-established farm. 400 cows 36-bale rotary shed with automatic cup removers Mainly pivot irrigation with some K-line irrigation        About the Roll This is a  hands-on position involving all aspects of day-to-day dairy farming, including: Milking and animal care Irrigation management Tractor and machinery operation Feeding out and pasture management Assisting with calving and mating Weed control, fencing, and general farm maintenance Maintaining high standards of animal health and farm presentation What We Offer Competitive remuneration packages based on experience...

Dairy Farm Assistant – Waimate, South Canterbury We are seeking a motivated and reliable Dairy Farm Assistant to join our team on two dairy farms located in Waimate, South Canterbury. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their dairy farming career while working in supportive team environments on a well-established farm. 500 cows 40-bale herringbone shed Halter technology Pivot irrigation and some K-line irrigation About the Role This is a  hands-on position involving all aspects of day-to-day dairy farming, including: Milking and animal care Irrigation management Tractor and machinery operation Feeding out and pasture management Assisting with calving and mating Weed control, fencing, and general farm maintenance Maintaining high standards of animal health and farm presentation What We Offer Competitive remuneration packages based on experience Comfortable two-bedroom...

6 months relative experience required • Days required Monday to Sunday (single rotation: 6 days on / 2 days off). • Hours per week Between 30 - 45 hours per week (from 04:30 am to 6:00 pm) • Salary band $58500 - $60840 per annum (including accommodation rent of $250 per week) • Number of positions for this job 2 Fortnightly payments The Employee’s Job Description is as follows: - assist with milking, assist with identifying sickness in dairy cattle while milking - assist with feeding out supplements to the cows with the tractor and trailer - assist with grazing and pasture management, by setting up electric temporary fences, taking them down, checking for power faults in electric fences - assist with farm equipment maintenance - drive tractors and farm equipment - assist with making silage - assist with general farm work including repairing fences, spraying weeds, replacing fences insulators, gates handles - assist with maintenance of the water supply system - assist with shifting...

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 • Work with the Dairy Farm Manager to contribute to Farm Business Plan. • Assist to manage repairs and maintenance schedule for all plant, machinery and...

arm Assistant – Dairy Farming Opportunity We are looking for a motivated and reliable Farm Assistant to join our team on two progressive dairy farms milking a total of 2200 cows. This is a great opportunity for someone wanting to further their dairy farming career while working within a supportive team environment and modern farming systems. About the Farm Two dairy farms, 1100 cows each Autumn calving and winter milking systems Halter farming technology Supportive management team and staff Progressive and well-resourced farming operation you will be based on just one farm however  The Role The Farm Assistant will work alongside management and senior staff helping with the day-to-day running of the farms. Duties include: Milking and shed operation Animal health and identifying issues early Feeding and general stock work Assisting with pasture management and feed allocation Calf rearing support during calving General farm...

    Farm Assistant - Windsor Farm North Otago Farm 2026/2027 Season We are looking for a reliable and motivated Farm Assistant to join our team for the upcoming dairy season. This is a great opportunity for someone wanting to grow their dairy farming career within a supportive and positive team environment. Full training can be provided for the right person with a great attitude and willingness to learn. About the Farm 840 cows across 235 hectares of flat to rolling terrain 60-bale rotary dairy shed Irrigation systems including pivots, fixed grid, and K-lines Strong focus on profitability, teamwork, and maintaining a positive workplace culture About the Role You will assist the Farm Manager with the day-to-day operation of the dairy farm, including: Milking and general dairy shed duties Setting break fences and shifting stock Weed spraying and general farm maintenance Assisting with animal health and farm...