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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...

We are on the lookout for a motivated and reliable Farm Assistant to join our team early November in Waikuku due to a change in one of our teams circumstances. At peak we are milking 480 cows through a 32 ASHB. We are looking for someone who has: minimum 24 months experience in NZ dairy industry ability to use 2 & 4 wheeler motorbikes confident using a tractor with minimal supervision great stockmanship has a great work ethic AI trained would be preferred Day to day duties can include milking, assisting with animal health and records, weed control and fencing. We calve all year round so you will be required to assist with calf feeding. We are not  accredited so you will need to be either an NZ resident or citizen and hold a current NZ drivers license Only short-listed applicants will be contacted

We are searching for an enthusiastic and motivated farm assistant to join our team of four on our 800 cow dairy farm located on the Hinds town boundary, 10 minutes from Ashburton and 40 minutes from Timaru, both towns offering medical, recreational and education options. Applicants must be living in New Zealand now to apply for this job and be either a NZ citizen or have a residency visas.   Minimum work experience of one year on New Zealand dairy farms is essential 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. Start date as soon as possible. Please send a current CV complete with cover letter and recent referee phone...

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...

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...

Job Title: Dairy Farm Assistant Location: Canterbury Farm Size: 1050 cows, 450hectares, 54-bail rotary shed and 50 bail rotary shed Roster: 6 on, 2 off Hours: 40–45 hours per week, varying with the season About the Farm We are contract milkers on a farm located 15 minutes from Rakaia. We run a farm with a strong focus on high-quality pasture management, animal welfare, and maintaining a positive, supportive team culture. About the Role We are looking for an enthusiastic, hardworking, and reliable Farm Assistant to join our team. Reporting to the Contract milker, you will be involved in the day-to-day running of the farm. This is a hands-on role perfect for someone who enjoys working outdoors, takes pride in shed standards, and has a genuine interest in building a career in the New Zealand dairy industry. Key Responsibilities Milking & Shed Hygiene: Assisting with efficient morning and afternoon milkings, maintaining high standards of shed...

We are looking for a reliable and hardworking dairy farm assistant or herd manager to join our team in Ikawai, South Canterbury 🐄. We peak milk 640 cows through a 60 bail rotary with ACRs and an Allflex drafting gate. The farm is flat and is well set up with two centre pivots and K-line irrigation. The role will include: General dairy farm duties Assisting with milking and getting cows in General maintenance Shifting break fences  Stock work and animal care  About you: We are looking for someone who is keen, has a positive attitude and can work well in a team and pull their weight.  Some dairy farm experience is preferred.  Must be living in New Zealand and be legally able to work in New Zealand. Hold at least a restricted drivers license. Reliable and hardworking. Willing to work as part of a team as well as independently. We are accredited employers(AEWV).  Remuneration will be negotiated based on experience.  If you are interested in joining...