15 jobs found in Darfield

We are on the hunt for an enthusiastic new team member to fill our Herd manager role.This roll will require pasture management and herd health skills to be applied on a daily basis along with good communication skills when working alongside us as contract milkers. Candidates considering this role should be practical, hands on farmers with passion and dedication to dairy farming and cows.  We will expect the successful  candidate  to carry out their work to a high standard, taking pride in its completion and presentation. This business has a strong focus on shed hygiene, and animal health and comfort - having achieved grade free status for a number of years, it is expected that all team members understand the importance of milk quality. If you have experience shifting k line that be would be good.  We will offer $35-36 per hour depends upon experience and we guarantee 35-50 hours week. Key Responsibilities Herd and Milking Management:  Supervise and participate in milking...

Herd Manager (Junior) – Progressive Dairy Farm | Near Dunsande l Grow your dairy career with a supportive team behind you. Gladfield Dairies is a progressive, people-first dairy operation milking 1,500 cows through a modern 60-bail rotary. We’re looking for a motivated Junior Herd Manager ready to step up, build confidence, and grow their skills alongside an experienced Farm Manager and supportive team. We run a tidy, well-maintained farm with modern systems, clear processes, and a tight-knit team of five who work hard and back each other. If you take pride in your work and want to keep improving, you’ll fit right in. What We Offer Real opportunity to grow and take on increasing responsibility Modern 60-bail rotary with ACRs, auto teat spray & drafting In-shed feeding Automatic vat and plant wash Supportive, experienced team environment Competitive pay based on experience Good 5/2...

MUST BE CURRENTLY IN NEW ZEALAND TO APPLY - WE ARE NOT ACCREDITED EMPLOYERS We are seeking an experienced farm assistant looking to progress or a current herd manager looking for a change.  You will be joining a team consisting of husband and wife contract milkers, a female 2IC as well as relief milkers/temporary staff to cover busy periods. We peak milk 880 cows through a 60 bail rotary shed with in shed feeding, ACRs, Protack and Sensehub collars. The farm is majority pivot irrigation with some k-line. We are located between Dunsandel and Hororata, only 30 minutes from Rolleston. Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test. REQUIREMENTS: Two years New Zealand dairy farming experience Forward thinking  Good communication and teamwork skills Efficiency when carrying out tasks Confident in tractor (feeding out etc.) Can notice issues in stock (lame, sick looking, skinny etc.) K-line experience a bonus (can move and repair) Hold a full NZ drivers...

MUST BE LIVING IN NEW ZEALAND CURRENTLY, WITH CURRENT WORKING VISA OR RESIDENCY. We are not an accredited employer. NZ Dairy Farming Experience - 3 years minimum required Current Ability - Must have Drivers License, Be able to drive Tractors and silage wagon/bale feeder etc, Ride 2 wheeler Motorbikes. You will be efficient, quiet and thorough Milking "The Girls". Picking any ill health and treating.  Experience with Lameness skills beneficial or willing to learn.  General shed maintenance and upkeep skills, with high hygiene is essential. Having a good eye and experience in pasture management an advantage. Calving - Being fit, strong and capable is essential for the busy calving season.  You will be required to work with the team for calf collection and help with difficult calvings. Irrigation/Effluent - pivot irrigation with underslung effluent.  Sprinklers in corners.  So being able to have good work ethic with this over summer months (irrigation) is required....

We are looking for a Herd Manager to join us for the season on our 610 cow dairy farm in Willowby Ashburton. You must have 2 years or more NZ dairy farm experience.  Jobs include all basic farm work and some responsibilities around animal health, milk quality, pasture management, tractor work, farm maintenance and weekly reporting will be required to be done.  You must be reliable with a valid driver's license. salary package based on applicant capabilities. Accommodation is a shared warm 3-bedroom home.

We are seeking an experienced farm worker (2+ years) to work as a Herd Manager on a 620-cow farm in the Ashburton area. The farm is located approximately 54 minutes from Timaru, milking through a 40 Aside in-shed feeding system, utilising Halter collars for herd management. You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested and developing including: Milking and monitoring milk quality, analysing data through Halter ag technology stock handling and feeding (feed mgt), fencing, weed control, calving, calf rearing, shed maintenance & preparation, tractor operation for feeding out, baling, mowing and silage monitoring, recording and maintaining animal health and other general farm duties. Weekly hours are a minimum of 30 and a maximum of 50. Since farm work is dependent on a number of unknown factors like weather and animals, any hours worked beyond the agreed maximum in a fortnightly pay period will be paid   at the...

We are looking for an experienced farm worker (2+ years) to work as a Herd Manager on a 700-cow farm in the Ashburton area. The farm is located  10-15 minutes to Ashburton, 30 minutes from Mt Hutt Ski Field. This role is open to NZ Citizens/Residents only. You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested and developing including: Milking and monitoring milk quality stock handling and feeding (feed mgt), fencing, weed control, calving, calf rearing, shed maintenance & preparation, tractor operation for feeding out, baling, mowing and silage  monitoring, recording and maintaining animal health and other general farm duties. Candidates must have competent and strong milking, centre pivot, and tractor work experience. Weekly hours are a minimum of 40 and a maximum of 50. Since farm work is dependent on a number of unknown factors like weather and animals, any hours worked beyond the agreed maximum in a fortnightly pay...

We are looking for a Herd Manager to join our dairy farm team. The farm is a 500Ha property milking 1745 cows through an 80 bail rotary. We are currently looking for a motivated individual who will be capable of: Milking – must have the ability to milk unsupervised • Using temporary break fences • Identifying and treating health issues e.g. mastitis, milk fever, lameness • Demonstrate good communication skills • Experience working in, and leading a team • Identify and spray thistles and weeds • Drive motorbikes 2 and 4 wheelers • Cupping on cows in a rotary dairy • Reporting any problems on farm such as fences, machinery, stock etc, and the knowledge and skills to fix these errors when appropriate/ escalate up when needed • Work unsupervised • Be reliable and time efficient • Operate all equipment with care • Cleaning of dairy shed and identifying any problems with milking plant. The successful applicant must have: - current driver's license. - Two years experience on a NZ farm (or...

Are you passionate about livestock and ready to take the lead in managing a high-performing herd on a large-scale farm? We’re looking for a self-motivated and driven individual who is keen to lead from the front in challenging the normal and to strive for continual improvement in what we do on farm. About the Role: You’ll be responsible for the day-to-day and long-term management of up to 600+ cows. Working closely with the wider team, you’ll lead in areas of herd health, reproduction, milking efficiency, pasture management, farm maintenance and also assist in developing junior staff as necessary. Key Responsibilities: Daily oversight of the herd – health, feeding, milking, calving & breeding Ensure milk quality standards are met Ensure animal feeding and pasture management standards are met Planning ahead to ensure efficient feeding, breeding, and maintenance schedules Monitor animal welfare and maintain accurate records Work...

·        Breeding and raising livestock for the production of Milk ·        Animal Health, Managing and monitoring health of the livestock ·        Livestock Management and Pasture care, Moving livestock and providing proper fodder to maintain appropriate nutritional levels ·        Managing Farm operation, Oversee, conduct and manage livestock, machines, staff and production ·        Record Management and Budgeting , Collect, maintain and evaluate records for budgeting, taxation and financial management operations ·        Production of Milk, including managing quality, shed hygiene, cleaning and milking routines Please note this is a management role and you are expected to work unsupervised in this role. Two years of proven relevant work experience, or a relevant Level 2 qualification, or a level 7 degree in any field is required. Roster - 6/1, 8/2 and 11/3 Applicant must have a good work ethic and right attitude. Please apply...

APPLY ON THE RURAL DIRECTION WEBSITE - https://www.ruraldirections.co.nz/jobs?ja-job=1107635   Join a high-performing Wagyu business, work with leading genetics and technology, and grow your career in a progressive farming environment. Located in the Hurunui district, north Canterbury. Work with premium cattle in a role where no two days are the same. Develop your skills in a modern Wagyu enterprise with AI, ET & Halter technology. Your Future Workplace Southern Station Wagyu is a fully integrated Wagyu beef business that manages the supply chain from genetics to market. The company supplies Wagyu semen and bulls to dairy farmers, purchases the resulting Wagyu-cross calves, and oversees their development through grazing and grain-finishing programs to produce premium beef for domestic and international markets. To support its long-term breeding strategy, Southern Station Wagyu operates a Wagyu stud across three properties in the Hurunui...

Carries   out   milk   harvesting   tasks   safely, efficiently, and correctly, and assists in training new employees on correct   techniques. Assists   with   solving   milk   quality   problems,   as per instructions in farm policy manual. Helps farm assistants to understand factors that   affect   milk   quality,   hygienic   milking   and mastitis control procedures. Cleans and maintains the milking plant and farm   dairy   equipment,   and   carries   out   hygiene inspections as per instructed in on farm policy   manual. Moves and handles animals safely, identifies and diagnoses animal health issues, and assists   with   treatments   and   prevention   in   line with farm policy. Records and maintains all herd health treatments and events according to on-farm policy   or   dairy   company   policy,   as   per   advised by manager. Observes, records and reports on cows preparing   to   calve,   and   calves’   cows   in   line with farm policy. Moves, handles...

Looking for experienced person who can manage the farm and milking and calving and mating and calf rearing and tractor driver and halter on farm so be easy just have to have experience 

We are seeking a senior herd manager to help lead team of 6 on 500 ha dairy near Oamaru/ Waimate .  Previous NZ dairy experience ideal.  Will consider those with lengthy overseas dairy experience.  Must have excellent work ethic, good attention to detail.  Excellent ability with stock.  Good people leader Proficient knowledge in milking and pasture systems

La Vaca Loca Limited operates 4 large farms across the Canterbury and West Coast of New Zealand, employing 8x fulltime staff, 2x casuals and 2x directors. We are seeking a permanent Dairy Herd Manager to contribute to the success and efficiency on one of the farms located at Inangahua, West Coast. This farm consists of 270 hectares, up to 490 cows and managing two farm assistants. The successful applicant must have a minimum of one year experience or a relevant NZQF Level 4 qualification or higher in a related field such as management, agribusiness or agriculture. The annual salary package is $65,000 - $75,000 per annum consisting of a base salary plus a $190 per week accommodation allowance. This role is for 40 hours per week.  The key responsibilities of the role are: Carries out milk harvesting tasks safely, efficiently, and correctly, and supervises/assists in training farm assistants on correct techniques. Assists with solving milk quality problems, as per...