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We are seeking a motivated and reliable Farm Assistant to join our dairy farming team. About the Farm 680-cow dairy operation 40-aside herringbone milking shed System 5 farm Supplementary feeding includes maize, PKE, soybean meal, canola straw, and molasses Cows are fed on a dual feedpad system Key Responsibilities Milking 680 cows through a 40-aside herringbone shed Assisting with animal health and welfare Feeding and managing supplements on the feedpad General farm maintenance and daily farm operations Supporting the team during calving and throughout the season Minimum Requirements A minimum of 6 months' experience on a dairy farm , including participation in at least one calving season; or A Level 2 Dairy Farming qualification A valid full driver's licence A clear criminal record Must be drug free Able to work effectively as part of a team and follow farm procedures Must be confident on 2 wheel motorbikes and...

About the Role This is a hands-on dairy farming position suited to someone who enjoys working as part of a team and takes pride in maintaining high standards of animal care and farm operations. Your duties will include: Assisting with the day-to-day running of the dairy farm Milking approximately 600 cows General stock handling and animal care Tractor driving and other farm machinery operations Supporting pasture and farm maintenance General farm duties as required Working safely and maintaining a high standard of farm presentation About You To be successful in this role, you will have: Minimum 6 months of dairy farming experience OR a minimum Level 2 Dairy Farming qualification The ability and confidence to  drive a tractor, 2 wheel and quad bike. A good work ethic and reliable attitude A willingness to work as part of a team Good animal-handling skills and a genuine interest in dairy farming A...

We are looking for a reliable, experienced Milk Harvester to assist with milkings on our 1200 cow dairy farm between Matamata and Te Aroha.  Location: Manawaru Job Position: Assist with milkings, you will be milking alongside with one of our team members     Pay:  $30.00 per hour  Accommodation: On farm accommodation available  Warm 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home with car port and single car garage.  Farm System and Operation:  290ha flat contour 50/50 split calving  80 bale rotary shed with ACRs, inshed feed, auto teat spray, Protrack  Cow Manager  Supportive team environment  Plenty of opportunities for extra hours outside of milkings  Milking Times AM - 4.30 till 8 PM - 1.45 till 5 Ideal candidate will be able to commit to 3 days per week (6 milkings) on our team roster.  Please note the dairy farm and farmhouses are smokefree. We are not accredited employers and candidates must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test. 

We are now currently looking for an Experienced Farm Assistant to take on a permanent role through the rest of the 26 season and hopefully the next aswell. This position will cover Milking, Calf feeding/rearing, Feeding out to herds and general farm maintenance A Warm tidy three bedroom cottage will be provided on farm  We milk 380 Cows at peak through an internal 50 bale rotary on a nice rolling farm. we feed out in the paddocks hay, maize and grass silage, need to be confident on a two wheeler and machinery I.e tractors, milk on there own, complete tasks on time. the farm is located 10 minutes out of Putaruru 5 minutes from Arapuni 

We are seeking a motivated and experienced   Farm Assistant   to join our team on a   560-cow dairy farm   located in the heart of the   Hauraki Plains, Waikato . This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to advance their dairy farming career while working in a supportive and progressive environment. You will be working in a rotary shed with key responsibilities ranging from milking and maintaining high standards of animal health and welfare, managing pasture allocation, stock movement, operating farm machinery, identifying and addressing farm maintenance needs plus more.  If you are passionate about dairy farming and looking for a great opportunity in a prime Waikato location, we’d love to hear from you!

With our amazing 2IC heading back overseas in October we are now seeking a motivated and reliable person or couple to help us milk 500 quiet crossbred cows through an older but efficient 32 bale rotary shed. This is a fixed term role for the remainder of the season midway between Whitianga and Coromandel towns. Main duties include getting cows in, milking, effluent management, water management and general farm tidying and maintenance. There is not much tractor work so if this is not a strength that's no issue. We value reliability and people who have a calm demeanor around livestock and co-workers. We are open to a range of scenarios and ideally would like a full time worker and part time milker. We have 2 accommodation options which can be discussed but both can be basically furnished if required and are located right on the harbours edge. This could suit WHV holders or someone looking for a short term gig before the new season starts. If this sounds like an opportunity that...

Do you want to start your dairy career working 5 days a week, just 10 minutes from the Hamilton suburb of Rototuna? If you share our values of integrity and aspiring for excellence, then our experienced and capable team may have a spot for you.  Milking 520 very high BW cows at Gordonton, we are target high production through excellent pasture management, alongside strategic use of supplements. Healthy, happy cows, happy people and a tidy farm are important to us, as is sharing our knowledge with people wanting to grow.  We seek a NZ citizen or resident to work alongside us to achieve our goals, while building their career. A willingness to learn is essential. The key duties of the role are centred on caring for our herd and pastures, being: Assisting with milking and related stock work Accurately setting break fences Reporting on pasture residuals Assisting with calves during spring Responsibility for accurate application of effluent You might be the person...

Farm Assistant | 60-Bale Rotary | Great Team | 800 Cows | Rukuhia No dairy experience? No problem. Keen to learn, work hard and be part of a good team? We want to hear from you… Six17 Limited is looking for a Farm Assistant to join our crew on an 800-cow dairy farm just 10 minutes from Hamilton and 20 minutes from Te Awamutu. If you’re finishing school, thinking about a gap year or just want a job where you’re outdoors, active and actually learning real skills, this could be a great place to start. What’s the farm like? It’s a modern set-up: 240 hectares, milking 800 cows through a 60-bail rotary fitted with ACRs and the Afimilk system, which tracks each cow’s health and production. You’ll get to see exactly how the farm runs day to day, not just do the jobs but understand why they matter. You won’t be thrown in the deep end. You’ll be trained properly and work alongside people who know what they’re doing and are happy to show you the ropes. What...

300 Cow  System 2 24 Aside HB Inshed Feed Halter Spring Calving   11/3 Roster ( available to be changed ) House available on farm  Will be working on farm along side owner, we are very much hands on.  We would love to help someone keen take on more responsibility and progress through the industry so we can step back a bit in the slower season.  We work in a supportive environment where new ideas and initiative are highly valued.  What we are looking for. Must have basic Dairy farming skills eg Effluent irrigation, Milking, shed hygiene, animal health, machinery, a keen eye for safety, great communication and a can do positive attitude. Must be able to work sole charge.  Someone wanting to progress in the Dairy industry with a passion for animal health. Good stockman ship and a genuine interest for animals.  Must be reliable. Drug free and want to work . Must have NZ working rights.

Due to unforseen circumstances, we require a farm assistant to join us on our farm in Okoroire to assist the milking of 400 cows through a 38 bail rotary.  We are 50/50 Sharemilkers on a family farm. You will need to be able to take instructions from our 2IC.  We are looking for someone who has a real interest in farming and someone who can get to the shed on time.  You would need to be confident on a 2 wheel motorbike and some tractor experience would be an advantage.  You would have to have good stockmanship, a calm nature, honest and reliable.  Your duties are, but not limited to:  milking cows, feeding cows, animal health, effluent.  You need to understand health, safety and wellbeing.   You must have a minimum of 6 months dairy farming experience or a L2 or higher qualification in Agriculture. Roster 11/3 Salary $70,000 to $75,000 Contour flat with some steeper sidlings You must have a full drivers license You must be drug free and undergo rgular  random drugs...

Farm Assistant Positions Available We are seeking motivated Farm Assistants to join our team on a well-established dairy farm. About the Farm Size: 235 ha, milking 900 cows through a 50-bale rotary shed Infrastructure: Waikato plant, ACRs, Protrack drafting system, complemented by a 450-cow feed pad System: Operating a System 4 Feeding: Each cow receives approx. 1 tonne of maize and 1 tonne of PKE/soybean hull, plus other concentrate supplements, all delivered via a Keenan mixer wagon Young stock: young stock and calf rearing Herd: Spring-calving, mainly FJX cows averaging 500 kg Production Goal: 410,000 kg MS for the coming season  Key Tasks & Responsibilities Training will be provided Milking cows Setting up break fences Identifying and treating mastitis cases Tractor driving and feeding out Calving and calf rearing Heat detection Recording animal health details Daily farm maintenance Compliance with Health &...

Milking: Assists in efficient and hygienic milking routine. Follows procedure to produce high quality milk. Carries out simple milk harvesting tasks as directed, and is developing correct skills to milk. Animals: Assists in safe handling of animals, reports any health and welfare issues as per farm policy. Assists with moving and handling animals safely, and observes and reports on wellbeing of all classes of stock Feed: Controls weeds. Sets break fences and feeds out as directed. Assists with pasture and crop weed control, and is learning about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops. Machine, vehicles and technology: Safely uses and maintains vehicles on farm as directed by on farm policy People: Works well with others, building a strong team culture. Is aware of the opportunities available to them in their personal and career goals, and is beginning to look for opportunities to move to the next level in their career. Health, safety and...

Herd Manager – Dairy Farm (Split Calving) We are seeking an experienced and motivated Herd Manager to join our team on a progressive dairy farm. The Farm:     •    660 cows, split calving system     •    165ha effective milking platform     •    Located Matamata, Waikato     •    Well-established pasture-based system with feed pad     •    Technology-driven operation with a focus on efficiency and performance The Role: You will be responsible for assisting in the day-to-day management of the herd and farm operations, working closely with the farm owner/manager. This is a hands-on role suited to someone passionate about dairy farming and animal care. Key Responsibilities:     •    Milking and shed management     •    Animal health and welfare     •    Pasture management and feed allocation     •    Mating and calving management     •    Record keeping and farm technology use     •    General...

We are looking for a   dedicated, and motivated Farm Assistant   to join our thriving dairy operation. Our progressive farm milks   750 cows through a modern 50-bale rotary shed , featuring   in-shed feeding, Protrack, and automatic drafting systems . The operation also includes a purpose-built   feed pad, Halter technology, and a 300-cow composting herd home , providing an efficient, well-equipped and forward-thinking working environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about dairy farming, takes pride in their work, and is committed to maintaining high standards of   animal welfare, milk quality and farm performance . About the Role As Farm Assistant, you will play an important role in the day-to-day running of the farm, working as part of a team to ensure the herd is well cared for and the farm operates efficiently. Key Responsibilities Milking cows and maintaining consistently high milk quality standards Monitoring and...

We’re looking for a reliable, hard-working person to join our team. Our business specialises in clearing and removing animal bedding from sheds, so this is a hands-on role involving machinery operation and physical work. We’re looking for someone who: ● Can preferably operate a tractor / skid steer and other machinery ● Is physically fit and comfortable with manual labour ● Has a strong understanding of health and safety and can follow safe work procedures ● Is reliable, practical and has a good work ethic ● Can work well as part of a team ● Holds a current driver licence ● Can pass a pre-employment drug test Experience with farming, machinery or similar physical work would be an advantage, but reliability, safety and a willingness to get stuck in are most important. Competitive pay based on experience.

Purpose of the position: Assists with daily operational tasks as directed, including feeding, milking, animal health, effluent. Is aware of on-farm compliance, e.g. health, safety, and wellbeing; environment, animal welfare, etc. Milking : Assists in efficient and hygienic milking routine. Follows procedure to produce high quality milk. Carries out milk harvesting tasks as directed and is developing the correct skills to milk efficiently and safely. • Helps set up dairy prior to milking and on time. • Milks cows efficiently and safely, as directed. • Uses backing gate well. • Teat sprays well. • Marks cows well. Understands factors that affect milk quality, and the reasons for regulations around milk quality safety. • Understands the cost and implications of grading milk and high somatic cell counts. • Helps manage ‘dirty cows’. • Implements dairy hygiene requirements. Assists with cleaning and maintain the milking plant and farm dairy equipment and reports any faults...

We are looking for a drive in relief milker to join our team. Our herd manager will be taking maternity leave at the end of the year and we are looking for a relief staff member who would like to gain more experience on farm while she is away! We are milking 500 fresian cows in a 40 a/s herringbone . Located near Arapuni. The job would require twice a day milkings. We are looking for someone dedicated, responsible with reliable transportation and a lack of excuses. We are a fun young team and love to have a laugh and reach our goals. There is plenty of work available for an employee outside of milkings if looking to gain more hours during the day on farm. This position would need at least 1 year experience milking in a herringbone. All applicants must be in New Zealand with a current work visa, a reliable mode of transportation, and be substance free.  

Due to unforeseen circumstances we are looking for someone to join us on our Dairy Farm near Morrinsville. We are milking 300 crossbred cows on 107ha 15 minutes North of Morrinsville. We have a brand new 30 aside herringbone cowshed with automatic cup removers and auto yard wash. There is a tidy 3 bedroom home available. The farm is grass based with grass and grass silage as the main feeds so this is a great place to learn excellent pasture management. We do about 110,000kgMS per year and typically go OAD in January each year. We aim for best practice in every area especially cow health, incalf rates, SCC and youngstock rearing. We rear ~70 replacement calves and they stay on farm until 1st May. This is a great opportunity to work with the farm owners and set yourself up for a great career in dairying. Typically there are 2 people on farm through calving and mating and then after this the employee can take on more responsibilities. We are young farm owners and we would love to...

We are 50/50 share milkers milking 500 cows, autumn calving on a North Waikato Farm located in Te Kauwhata. The farm is in a great central location, 35 minutes to Hamilton and 50 minutes to Auckland. The farm is  close to Coromandel with beaches as close as 30 minutes away. The farm has a mixture of easy to rolling contour with a small portion of steeper paddocks at the back of the farm. Cow shed is 36 aside Herringbone with drafting and automatic teat sprayer. Being autumn calving we feed cows on the feed pad from March (start of calving) to around mid September until we can fully feed the cows on grass. We are seeking a trust worthy, reliable person with a genuine interest in dairy farming, we are supportive with off farm training, always happy to see people progressing through the industry. Please send through CV with current referees, look forward to hearing from you.

We are a well established 230 hectare dairy farm milking approximately 680 cows in Tokoroa, Waikato. The farm operates a moderate feed input system with a strong focus on animal welfare, pasture management, milk quality, and sustainable farming practices. We provide a supportive working environment and modern farming systems. The farm is conveniently located just 15 minutes from Tokoroa town, 1 hour from Hamilton, 30 minutes to Rotorua, 45 minutes to Taupo and 1 hour to Tauranga, offering the benefits of rural living while remaining close to schools, shops, and essential services. This is an excellent location for individuals or families seeking a balance between farming and town amenities. We are a team of 3/4 and looking for another team member that has proven farming experience to add value and become part of our hard-working team. We value hard-work, strong work ethic, honesty, having strong communication and a true work-life balance. A 1 Bedroom self-contained...