10 farm assistant jobs found

We are looking for a reliable  and motivated person to join our team milking 330 cows in a 30 aside herringbone shed. The farm is situated approximately 15km from Palmerston North. The farm is flat and productive. We are looking for someone with a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn. Daily Duties would include but not limited to: Milking and Animal Health Shed Hygiene and General Maintenance  Fencing - Permanent and Temporary Calving Cows and Feeding Calves Tractor work If you love working with animals and want to be part of a hard working team then we would love to hear from you. please attach your CV Must have a NZ drivers license and be Drug Free Must be in NZ

Description : We are seeking a farm assistant to join our team, which currently consists of 1.5 staff members, to assist with a herd of 300 cows in a 30-aside herringbone shed. The responsibilities for this position include herding cows, milking, fence setup, and weed spraying. Experience with tractor operation, quad bikes, or two-wheelers would be beneficial. Requirements: Candidates should possess a strong affinity for animals and demonstrate excellent stockmanship. Suitable candidates will be able to demonstrate two or more years experience on an industrial dairy operation, doing similar work, or be able to demonstrate a relevant formal qualification at Level 4 or higher on the New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials Framework (NZQCF). Must be legally able to work in New Zealand. Hours: Hours range from  30 to 50 hours per week (depending on seasonal demand), with approximately 50 hours the most common weekly amount. The position will include a roster with...

We are on the hunt for a new Farm Assistant to join our team and become part of our farming journey. At Redwood Park we are a family-owned dairy property that is on a mission to become an efficient, profitable and enjoyable business. We’re searching for a farm assistant who is as passionate about growth and progression as we are. What Do We Do? We milk 350 cows and focus on running an efficient, tidy and progressive farming operation. Animal care, pasture management and good systems are at the core of what we do. Our farm operates with Halter technology and a well-maintained herringbone shed with automatic cup removers to help make day-to-day farming smoother and more efficient. We are a close-knit team that values honesty, communication, reliability and taking pride in the farm we operate. The Role: As our farm assistant you will be the hands on for day-to-day operations helping to ensure best practices are met.  You will work...

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.

We require a farm assistant to assist in all farm duties around the farm. The farm is currently running 650-750 cows through a 70 bale rotary with drafting ACR and halter. The main rolls will be milking and shed hygiene, animal health and husbandry, weed management, feeding out, young stock care and general farm duties and maintenace

We are looking for a reliable Farm Assistant to join our spring‑calving dairy operation milking 650–750 cows, with all young stock raised on farm. About the Farm • 650–750 cows, spring calving • 70‑bale rotary with ACRs, drafting and halter • Most contracting work completed in‑house • Strong focus on pasture quality, animal health, and developing people’s skills Role Responsibilities • Milking and shed duties • Feeding out • Young stock care and rearing • Animal health and husbandry • Weed management • Assisting with on‑farm contracting work What We’re Looking For • Good attitude and willingness to learn and “get shit done” • Reliability and attention to detail • Genuine interest in caring for animals, people and equipment • Ability to work well within a small team (2 full‑time staff + employer) Start Date Flexible, depending on the right applicant.

We are seeking an experienced reliable and motivated Farm Assistant to join our team on a 300 cow dairy farm.  You will be part of a team responsible for day -to- day operations on the farm. The herds are split with 230 Twice a day and 70 once a day, working in a 20 aside hearing bone shed Key responsibilities will be: Milking cows and maintaining milking shed hygiene Feeding and caring for livestock Assisting with animal health (identifying sick cows, basic treatment) General farm duties including fencing, weed control, and maintenance Operating farm machinery (where experienced) Ensuring high standards of animal welfare and farm safety You will be working unsupervised at times as well as in a team, alongside Farm Manager and permanent relief staff. We have a rostered system with regular time off. The total hours of work 80-100 hours a fortnight. You need to have the ability to work early mornings, weekends and flexible hours and have a positive attitude and...

A bit about Wakapua Farm The farm is set on 150ha located in South Horowhenua, down Kuku Beach Road, with a support block located nearby in Manakau. We are milking around 320 spring calving cows through a 25 aside hearing bone. We operate a predominately grass system with the strategic use of supplements through a 123 metre long covered feedpad. The farm operates with 2 full-time staff on a 11/3 roster. Having been in the industry for over 45 years, we believe that we have created a great operation and that we are excellent employers. We are seeking a Farm Assistant starting 29 June 2026. The role will report to our operations manager, who oversees the day to day running of the dairy farms and support blocks. We are looking for a reliable, hard working person who is comfortable around animals to join our friendly team, there is also the opportunity for the right person in time to progress to 2IC. This position’s particular responsibilities include, but not restricted...

We are a small family-owned dairy farm located in Manakau, just south of Levin, and are looking for someone to join our team on a fixed-term basis. Our farm operates an OAD (once-a-day) milking system year-round and also runs a small number of sheep and beef stock. As a small farming operation, we are looking for someone who is adaptable, reliable, and willing to help with a variety of tasks to keep the farm running smoothly. Duties may include: • Milk harvesting • Feeding out • Weed control • Stock movement • Calf rearing and feeding • General farm maintenance • Other day-to-day farm tasks as required The successful applicant will: • Be able to work independently and unsupervised when required • Be willing to work weekends • Have a positive attitude and strong work ethic • Be comfortable working as part of a small team What we offer: • Guaranteed minimum of 30 hours per week • Hourly rate negotiable depending on experience and suitability • Three-bedroom...

NOT ACCREDITED EMPLOYER We are looking for an experienced farm assistant who is reliable and motivated. This role involves in helping with the day to day operation, including milking, animal health, feeding and general farm duties.  This is a hands on role suited to someone who enjoys working outdoors, being part of a team. Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.  Farm description:  -peak 500 cows -system 4 -split calving -auto drafting  -auto cup removers -bovinic inline sensors -halter -in-shed feeding Tractor skills is a must as tractors are driven daily 4 on farm staff plus a calf rearer  Within 5 mins of Palmerston North