12 jobs found in Hamilton

We require an honest and motivated person to join our team milking 1200 cows through a 60-bail rotary shed 15 mins from Hamilton. You MUST have at least 12 months of continuous New Zealand Dairy Farming experience with relevant references. The ability to work as a team member, common sense and a good attitude are also a must.  Tractor driving or large herd experience is advantageous.  JOB DESCRIPTION: MILKING Manages milk harvesting to optimise quality, efficiency and yield, monitoring milk dockets to help troubleshoot issues. ANIMALS Implements and monitors the animal health plan, and records and reports on this. Diagnoses and treats all animal health issues and demonstrates best practice in the areas of animal handling, health and welfare. Supports and trains junior staff in their development. FEED Monitors pasture covers, feed intakes and cow condition, and discusses appropriate management with senior staff. PEOPLE Work well with others, building a strong team...

2 Herd Managers – Dairy Farm (Tirau, Waikato) STZ Farming Limited is seeking a motivated Herd Managers to join our progressive dairy farming business located near Tirau, Waikato. Our System 4 farm milks approximately 650 cows through a 40-aside herringbone shed on 200 hectares. We use modern equipment, well-established farm systems, and are committed to high standards of animal welfare and farm performance. About the Role The Herd Manager will work alongside the contractor and be responsible for managing one herd and one side of the farm. The successful applicant must be capable of carrying out day-to-day farm operations with minimal supervision and assisting with the efficient operation of the farm. Key Responsibilities Milking and dairy shed operations Animal health monitoring and livestock care Calving assistance and calf rearing Feeding and pasture management Tractor and farm machinery operation Farm maintenance and fencing Farm record...

Herd Manager – Modern Goat Dairy (10 mins from Hamilton) We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Herd Manager to join our dedicated team on a beautiful 110-hectare goat farm. Located just 10 minutes from Hamilton, this is an excellent opportunity to work with modern infrastructure and grow your career in a niche agricultural sector. The Role: You will play a key part in the daily operations of our 1700 -strong goat herd. Milking Operations: Assisting with milking twice daily through our modern 80-bale rotary shed. General Farm Maintenance: Supporting the team with varied tasks including fencing, weed control, and yard work. Animal Welfare: Monitoring health and ensuring high standards of animal husbandry. Operating Machinery: Scraping out, feeding out, weed spraying ect. About You: We value a positive attitude and a genuine interest in the industry. The ideal candidate will have: Dairy Experience: Some previous experience in dairy farming is...

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 looking for a progressive herd manager for the 2025/2026 season. The job is located at Te Kauwhata Waikato The dairy platform is 220ha, peak milking is 685 cows through a 48a side HB shed. As Herd Manager, you will be in charge of and responsible for the dairy sheds. You will be expected to: • Maintain hygiene and cleanliness to a high standard. • Implement, Monitor and Report on animal Health, Calving and Mating Plans. • Identify and treat animal Health problems. • Management of soil, nutrients, effluent and water to meet environmental regulations. • Support and training of staff and students to further their development. • Safely use and maintain farm vehicles and machinery. We have a zero-tolerance drug policy and use both pre-employment and ongoing random drug testing. Applicant must have good tractor skills and must have at least one year of New Zealand dairy experience  contact 02102691287 Please apply with your most recent referees 

NO OVERSEAS APPLICANTS PLEASE - for NZ Citizens / residents ONLY 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 an efficient and hygienic milking routine. Follows procedure to produce high-quality milk.  Animals: Assists in the safe handling of animals, reports any health and welfare issues as per farm policy.  Feed: Controls weeds. Sets break fences and feeds out as directed.  Environment: Assists with nutrient, effluent and water management as directed by farm policy.  People: Works well with others, building a strong team culture Machine, Vehicles and Technology: Safely uses and maintains vehicles on farm as directed by on farm policy.  Health, safety and wellbeing: Involved in building a health, safety and wellbeing culture. Models' farms health, safety and...

Our current employee who has been with us for the last 17months has found an opportunity closer to his girlfriend who lived 4 hours away so we are looking for one more person to join our team.  We're a high-performing dairy farm with a strong focus on animal welfare, environmental sustainability, and team culture. We're looking for a motivated Senior Farm Assistant/ Herd Manager to join our team! Our vision: To operate an industry leading agricultural business that drives sustainable outcomes for people, profit and environment. About Us: Top-performing farm with a focus on excellence. Strong team culture and supportive work environment. Commitment to animal welfare and sustainable farming practices. Key Responsibilities: Assist with daily milking, feeding, and animal welfare Support tasks such as pasture management and farm maintenance Work closely with alongside team to achieve farm goals We're looking for: 1 years NZ dairy farm experience Strong work ethic and...

Herd Manager - 950 cow Dairy Operation Location: Ngatea  (Close to coromandel peninsula) We are seeking an experienced and motivated Herd Manager to join our progressive 950 cow dairy farm.  This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who takes pride in stockmanship, enjoys a team environment and wants to be part of a well-run, high performing operation. About the role As Herd Manager, you will play a key role in the day-to-day management of the herd and support the Farm Manager in achieving production and animal health targets.  You will be responsible for maintaining high standards of animal welfare, pasture management and team performance. Key Responsibilities Daily management of a 950 cow milking herd Animal health monitoring and treatment Mating management and heat detection Calving management and young stock oversight Staff supervision and training Fencing Maintenance Loading and Feeding out  Milking ( including plant hygiene and...

We are looking for a Herd Manager to join us for the season on our 685 cow dairy farm near Tokoroa. You must have 2 years or more NZ dairy farm experience and be of Herd Manager level.  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 have a high level of english, be reliable and smoke/ drug free with a valid driver license. salary package based on applicant capabilities. Accomodaton is a warm 3 bedroom home with a double garage attached and a fireplace + woodshed. *Please note, Any applicants must be NZ Residents or Citizens

NZ CITIZENS ONLY PLEASE About the farm The property was converted to dairy from forestry in 2019, with extensive thought put into the layout and infrastructure. the cowshed is a fully automated 60 bail rotary,  with inshed feeding along with a feedpad, we milk 1050 cows TAD year round from August - May. the farm is equipped with cow manager so knowledge of this would be beneficial but not essential. we run a simple system, where nobody milks more than once per day to get out on the farm. Machinery is of a high level, along with excellent shedding and housing.  We feed winter and summer crops to achieve being self contained with all young stock remaining on the property. the home available is a 4 bedroom brick home, double garage with internal access, fireplace with wetback, ensuite off master bedroom. the farm belongs to a larger corporate entity, so opportunities for growth are limitless What we are looking for 2+ seasons experience ability to ride...

we are looking for experienced and motivated Assistant Manager for next season. Minimum two year experience or Level-4 qualification in any field is required for this position. Assistant Manager will be responsible for running the day to day operation in the absence of contract milker.   You should understand and takes responsibility for daily tasks such as running of the dairy, effluent management and feeding. completes tasks without any supervision and can supervise and train other staff. Looks for opportunities to work more effectively and efficiently to improve the business. Duties and Responsibilities: Milking: Understands and implements efficient milking practices and keep the far dairy clean. Hygienic: Record health treatments and solve milk quality problems. Animals: Diagnoses common ailments and treat accordingly. competent in all aspects of calving and matting. Feed: Implement best practice for pasture, crop and supplement management for optimal quality and...

Herd Manager OR Couples role– Dairy Farm (Papamoa) Due to unforeseen circumstances, we are looking to fill our Herd Manager position immediately. McCormick Farms Ltd is seeking an experienced and motivated Herd Manager to join our team on a well-established dairy operation located just 5 minutes from Papamoa and 15 minutes from Te Puke . This is an excellent opportunity to work alongside an experienced Contract Milker who manages two adjacent dairy farms , with two cowsheds , in a supportive and progressive farming environment. About the Farm System 2 dairy operation Approximately 850 Jersey cows In-shed palm kernel feeding system Two adjacent dairy farms and two cowsheds 200-hectare runoff block The Herd Manager Role This is a full-time position working a 9 days on, 2 days off roster (excluding calving, where flexibility is required). As Herd Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining excellent animal health, milk...