17 jobs found

GENERAL FARM DUTIES, MILKING H/B SHED,FEEDING OUT, FENCEING, STOCK WORK

We are on the lookout for two staff members to join our small team based 20 minutes out of invercargill in Southland My partner and I contract milk two farms two minutes apart milking 420 spring calving friesian cows on each farm. We are looking for a 2ic and a farm assistant for the upcoming season starting June the 1st. Though we would be happy for someone to start earlier than this. Both farms have excellent infrastructure and machinery including a 40 aside herring-bone and 50 bail rotary sheds with acrs, in shed feeding and automated wash and drafting systems. Both farms also utilise wintering barns/feed pads and are maintained to a very high standard. We are very passionate about our stock and strive for the best results. We set high standards of animal health, dairy hygiene and general farm tidiness. The 2IC role will be based full time on one of the farm while the farm assistant will work between both properties with transport provided. We will run a 6 on 1 off...

Milk Harvester – South Taranaki We are looking for a reliable Milk Harvester to join our team in South Taranaki. The role is split between two rotary dairy sheds and includes milking duties along with general day-to-day farm tasks. Experience is preferred but a good attitude, reliability, and willingness to learn are just as important. What we offer: Hourly pay, or salary depending on candidate and preference. Flexible roster options Modern rotary sheds Supportive team environment Duties include: Milking and shed operation Animal health observations Shed cleaning and maintenance General farm tasks as required (if the candidate just wants to do milking's and hourly rate, this can also be discussed). Applicants must be reliable, able to work early starts, and have the right to work in New Zealand. We are an accredited business as well.  For more information or to apply, please get in touch.

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...

Hi we are a 970 cow farm in Waikite Valley 20 minutes south of Rotorua made up with 2 cowsheds. We are looking for 2 Fulltime Dairy Farm Assistants to work alongside our farm managers on each farm. A couple of people that are prepared to do an honest days work and able to work in a team environment, putting effort in and working for each other achieving the same goals. One farm runs the young herd and the other farm runs the older cows. The farms calve down together one shed is a colostrum shed with the other being the milking shed, once calving is over they separate into 2 farms again. Both farms are flat to rolling contour, both the sheds are 36 aside herringbone with meal feeders. The farm has a 3 bedroom house available which means accommodation will be shared. We are looking for you to have at least 3 seasons experience so all round work can be achieved. So if you have experience with tractor work, setting up travelling irrigator, fencing, plant washes, animal...

Farm Assistant or Herd Manager role - 930 cows Our business is expanding and we are looking for a Farm Assistant or Herd Manager to join our existing team in Clydevale/Rongahere. This role will be on our 930 cow unit, which will run alongside the neighboring 300 cow farm we have just purchased. The successful applicant will be a key member of our team and, while focused on the 930 cow farm, you will occasionally assist across both units. We are hands-on and supportive employers, and this role would suit someone looking to step up and grow within a progressive dairy business. Farm System The 930 cow unit includes: 60-bail rotary Cup removers Drafting and in-shed feeding The neighboring 300 cow farm features: 36-bail rotary shed Cup removers Newly installed drafting and in-shed feeding system CowManager monitoring  Both farms operate with a strong focus on animal health, pasture management and production performance....

A position has become available for an enthusiastic and motivated employee to work on our 1500-cow farm in Selwyn, Canterbury. We operate a 50-bale rotary with ACR's and Protrack automation. We also have Halter technology installed and operating. The role includes all general farm duties from milking, feeding of stock, R & M work on the farm, weed control, moving K-Line irrigation, Roto-Rainer irrigation and Centre pivots. We are looking for someone with a can-do attitude, can be a team player, honest, reliable, excellent communication skills, must hold a current driving license and have a high attention to detail. Applicants must have a minimum of 1 year's full-time experience and be able to ride 2- and 4-wheel motorbikes and have tractor operation experience and feeding out would be an advantage. Being technologically literate would also be an advantage given the on-farm technology. Training will be given in areas which are required. This farm is part of a large operation...

We are looking for a Dairy Farm Assistant to work on a 440-cow farm in Huntly west, milking through a 34cups HB shed. While previous experience is preferred, it is 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 operating farm machinery and other general farm duties. Candidates are required to provide good related references.  To be considered you must: provide a CV which is current, correct and complete or alternative evidence of work . be a solid worker and with good character (where possible, we will do a criminal check) be physically fit be able to pass a pre-employment drug test have at least a restricted driver licence

380 cows     I    32-Bale Internal Rotary    I     1st June 2026   We are looking for an honest, trustworthy, keen, and eager-to-learn Dairy Farm Assistant to join the team on a well-run dairy farm located just 12 km from both Te Awamutu and Cambridge.   This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys farming, values a good team environment, and wants a role where work and lifestyle complement each other.   About the farm The farm milks 380 cows through a 32-bale internal rotary cowshed, with milking carried out twice a day. We operate a grass-based farming system on a System 2 farm, with a rolling to flat contour of 101 hectares.   This farm has a focus on being a well structured farm with good people, understanding and maintaining animal health, caring for the environment and committed to running a productive, responsible, and supportive farming business.   About the role The successful applicant will be involved in day-to-day farming...

We are looking for two Dairy Farm Assistants to work at our dairy farms located in Eyrewell Forrest in North Canterbury. Your role as a Dairy Farm Assistant will be:   To assist in the daily operation of an approximate 750 cow dairy operation in North Canterbury. General Farm Duties Include: Milking: To operate the milk plant and milk through a rotary cowshed. Clean and wash dairy shed to a high standard as per Fonterra hygiene standard. Animal Health: To identify, treat and record all animal health events. Treat mastitis and lame cows. Communicate with other staff to ensure animal health and safety is at a high standard. Pasture: To allocate the correct amount of feed required per herd Manage rotation length as per rotation planner. Strong communication required with all other staff. Manage pasture to minimise pasture damage. Calving: To calve any cows required. Identify calved cows. Record calved cows and calves. Tag calves. Draft...

We are looking for a Calf Rearer/Relief Milker/Winter Feeding Farm Hand to join our team on our 850-cow family dairy farm near Kapuka, Southland for the upcoming calving season.   This is a drive-in position responsible for the day-to-day care and management of approximately: 400 replacement heifer calves 20 Jersey bull calves Helping with other farming jobs eg milking and picking up calves   The role will run from approximately early June through until late January with potential opportunity to extend till February, working 5-6 days per week, with support from 4x permanent staff members on farm.   We are seeking someone who: Has excellent attention to detail Can work independently and efficiently Is organised and proactive Understands the importance of quality and timely colostrum management Can Speak English Has a Full drivers license Has a good attitude Has to be able to work long hours   Animal welfare and...

We are looking for a motivated and reliable Farm Assistant to join our team on a 1150-cow dairy farm, operating on 350 hectares. This is a great opportunity for someone hardworking and willing to learn in a supportive farm environment. What We’re Looking For At least 1 year dairy farming experience preferred Hardworking and reliable attitude Able to work well in a team Good animal care and farm hygiene standards Positive attitude and willingness to learn Key Responsibilities Milking cows Setting up and shifting reels Washing yards and dairy plant areas Feeding out cows General farm duties and tidying around the cowsheds Assisting with day-to-day farm operations What We Offer Competitive pay package Supportive team environment Opportunity to grow skills and experience Located in a good farming area with a strong team culture If you are hardworking, honest, and keen to be part of a professional...

Farm Assistant - Waikato and Bay of Plenty We are looking for 2 farm assistants to join our team of 7 across 2 farms. We milk 550 spring-calving cows on a farm situated in Reporoa and 320 spring-calving cows on a farm situated in Rerewhakaaitu. Milking is done through a 50 a-side and a 32 a-side herringbone shed. Both farms have in-shed feed systems. Our ideal candidates will have a great attitude and a willingness to learn. You will be able to work well in a team and be punctual, reliable and honest. There will also be an opportunity for you to participate in further training as part of the role. Suitable candidates need a clean Police record and Drivers Licence The hourly rate for this role would be $25.00 per hour. Minimum guaranteed hours a week: 40 Job Description: - Milking cows twice a day - Setting up break fences - Weed spraying - Machinery maintenance - Moving young stock

PLEASE NOTE: WE ARE ACCREDITED EMPLOYERS, however at this time we will give preference to applicants eligible to work in NZ without requiring a work visa. We have an opportunity on offer for a farm assistant role in the Central Plateau of the North Island…. We would LOVE to employ a hard-working, kind-hearted person that is keen to learn the ropes of dairy farming and advance. ( Some prior experience is necessary) To be selected as a suitable person for this role, the candidate will need to:  have a great attitude & desire to learn, be honest, reliable, and forthright, have a reasonable level of “stock sense”, be punctual and organised, have some farming &/or animal husbandry experience,  be fit & healthy, ready to work & have some fun too! Job(s) will include: milk harvesting, calf rearing, shifting and sorting cattle (including young stock and bulls), pest & weed management (under supervision), animal health treatments & recording...

In search of reliable hard worker to milk 300 cows in a 30 aside herringbone. situated in the Manawatu approx. 10mins from Palmerston North or Feilding Accommodation  available on farm or willing to travel. Some experience preferred Daily tasks would include but are not limited to Milking ,Break Fences, Feeding Calves, Basic Tractor Work, Stock Work, Routine General Maintenance Restricted or higher NZ Drivers License Applicants must be drug free Must be eligible to work in NZ Not AEWV accredited 

We are looking to bring on new staff to help fill the newly available rolls for next season. Some current staff are progressing into higher positions within in the business also opening up their current positions.   The Farms:   Located on the South side of the Rangitata river, these 2 neighboring properties will be run under the same management next season. Each farm is very similar, but also very different to one another. The farms are 10min to Temuka, 30 min to Timaru or Ashburton. With a local kindergarten only 5 min away and good local rural schooling available – Winchester Rural.   Both farms are 670 cows and boast 40 ASHB sheds with    Protrack and auto drafting   Auto teat spray   New silos and snapchill glycol chilling   Yard wash   Top and bottom gates   Ai Races   Side yards with lame crushes   Irrigation across...

Looking for an enthusiastic Farm Assistant and Herd Manager. Due do our business expanding, we have various positions available for someone motivated to work with our capable Management and Dairy Team as: Herd Manager and capable Dairy Farm Assistant. We will milk 800, 700 and 400 cows on 3 farms, 15 minutes from Oamaru near Enfield in North Otago. The plan is to establish a capable team to work with and learn from the Farm Owner and Excellent Sharemilker. And in doing so, progress the workplace skill base via “working hard” and efficiently; whilst learning about Dairy Farm Systems. We will be producing profitable milk in a grass based system and fill any feed deficits with supplement as required. The properties average 200 effective ha with “2” 54 bale rotary’s and a 40 aside Herringbone (400 cows). We have Strong soils to grow grass under irrigation and the contour of the farms is rolling (so safety on bikes and tractors is paramount to our system). There are good effluent...