34 farm assistant jobs found

Dairy Farm Positions Available – Herd Manager & Dairy Farm Assistant We are looking for two enthusiastic and self-motivated individuals to join our dairy farm team. We currently have two positions available: Dairy Farm Assistant Herd Manager Applicants should have dairy farming experience and be confident carrying out day-to-day farm duties, including milking, fencing, animal husbandry, and operating farm vehicles and machinery. We are looking for honest, reliable people with strong communication skills, a solid work ethic, and the ability to work independently. A willingness to learn, a positive attitude, and a good sense of humour are highly valued, as we take pride in maintaining a friendly and supportive work environment. We are committed to helping our team members grow and reach their full potential by providing ongoing guidance, training, and encouragement. Requirements Dairy Farm Assistant Minimum of 3...

We are looking for a reliable, motivated team member with a positive attitude to join our team. This position is available to start immediately or by arrangement for the right applicant. The successful applicant will have Previous farming experience Sole charge milking experience Tractor experience good stockmanship and animal husbandry skills a quiet and patient approach to handling stock the ability to work independently and as a part of a team good communication skills and a strong work ethic A willingness to learn and take responsibility We milk 1100 peak crossbred cows through a 54-bale rotary equipped with ACRs, auto teat spray, auto yard wash, Alflex collars. and an auto drafting gate. The farm is predominantly autumn calving and features 2 pivot irrigators, a pod based effluent system, and a mix of flat peat and rolling sandhill contour. We offer a well organised, efficiently run farm with a supportive team of good people to work alongside. We...

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...

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....

Seeking a fulltime Herd Manager / Farm Assistant. Kopua farm is central to Te Awamutu, Otorohanga, and Pirongia. Situated on a no exit road with minimal traffic. This role would suit someone who has dairy farming experience and can bring a steady, positive presence to complement our young energetic team. The successful applicant will have complete support from the farm manager and owners to help them be successful in the role and progress further within the diary industry. This position offers room to climb the ladder as the business owners own and operate several farms in the Waikato and King Country.   Accommodation provided in the form of a cozy 3 by 1 bedroom home with small office/4th room, With a wood burning stove top fire , And heat pump, Currently renovating the kitchen. Kopua Farm is 280ha of mainly flat land which is a pastoral based system 2 dairy unit, Calving 940 cows. Milking through a 50 bale herringbone shed. Milking once a day for young stock...

We are looking for our next superstar to join our team, you will work alongside the contract milker and 2ic milking 600 cows through our 27 aside twin pit herringbone shed with protrack and cow manager tags.1 to 2 years experience is preferred but training can be provided if you have the right attitude and willingness to learn. Your key duties would be but aren't limited to, helping with the day-to-day operations of the dairy farm, ensuring the smooth running of tasks related to milking, feeding, animal care, and farm maintenance. The role is hands-on and requires both physical work and a basic understanding of farm operations.  Our farm is located 5 minutes from Otautau and 20 minutes from Winton, this job comes with a 3 bedroom home, remuneration will be  based on experience Please send your cv with 2 references if you would like to apply, note we are NOT accredited employers  you must reside in New Zealand 

We are requiring a new person to join our team for the 26/27 season.  This position could be good for someone who is a farm assistant looking to move to a herd manager position. You will need to have a minimum of 2.5 years of Nz dairy experience, preferably on large herd farms.  Our farm is situated halfway between Methven and Ashburton.  We are fully irrigated and run a 54 bail shed. The job will include: Getting cows in and milking them Setting up break fences Must be confident in all aspects on animal health—detecting mastitis, treating lame cows etc Be able to drive a tractor, more training will be given Assist with calving cows Have great shed hygiene and general farm tidiness Basic pasture management and willing to learn more Have great stock sense Able to help with young stock Must be confident on a 2 or 4 wheel motorbike Preferably have completed some AGITO papers You will need to be in NZ now and have a current work visa Please attach a current...

What we are looking for: Minimum 2 years NZ Dairy experience Be able to work as a team and individually maintaining high attention to detail Strong work ethic with willingness to learn and grow in the industry Communicate clearly Adhere to all farm policies Takes pride in a clean and tidy workplace Key aspects of role Include but not limited to: Contribute to all aspects of milking and milk quality Monitor animal health and wellbeing identifying and reporting issues early Be competent at operating 2 wheel and 4-wheel motor bike safely Operate tractor with wagon, heavy roller or mower Undertake fencing for feed management Undertake weed control Assist with calf rearing when required. About Farm: 80 bail rotary with cup removers, in shed feeding, auto teat spray, protract and allflex collars. Irrigation is majority pivots with portion of K-Line, Sprinklers and fixed grid. Other Information: Pay will be discussed at time of interview...

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 are seeking a passionate self motivated person to join our team. We milk 700 cows through a 54 Bale Rotary Shed with ACRS and Pro Track, located 10mins drive from Ashburton. The successful applicant will have good stock knowledge and experience in dairy farming an advantage. You will need to be keen to learn, enjoy working with stock and in the outdoors, must be tidy, have good work ethic and sense of humor. We offer an enjoyable safe working environment and support training. We strive for the best with Animal Health, Milk Quality and Pasture Production. We run a system 4 farm, your duties will include milking, clean up, treating stock, shifting irrigation, putting up fences, dusting, feeding out and other on farm tasks. You are required to have a minimum of a restricted nz drivers’ license as we travel to grazing in the winter and must be able to speak English. Drug and Alcohol testing is part of our contracts. Start date is 1st of June 2026. If this sounds like you or you...

We require a senior farm assistant to assist with the day to day running of our 930 cow Spring calving dairy farm 12 minutes out of Bulls Manawatu. We have a great team and we are looking for the right person who will fit in as team culture is really important to us. The successful applicant must be honest, reliable, enthusiastic, motivated and positive. The successful applicant must have excellent communication skill, a minimum of 1 year dairy farming experience.  Duties and responsibilities include: milking, animal health, feeding out, calving, mating and general farm maintenance.  The applicants must be willing to undergo a drug test. We are not accredited employers so please only apply if you are eligible to work in New Zealand.

Farm Assistant / Herd Manager Opportunity – High Production Dairy Farm We are looking for a skilled and motivated Farm Assistant or Herd Manager to join our high-performing dairy operation in Western Southland. This is an opportunity to work on a modern, technology-driven farm focused on efficiency, animal performance, and continual improvement. About the Farm 900 cows System 5 operation Targeting over 600 kgMS per cow Halter collars 64-bale modern rotary shed (9 years old) In-bail milk meters In-bail SCC meters Auto drafting Modern infrastructure and systems What We’re Looking For We are seeking someone who: Has tractor experience Is confident mowing and feeding out with a mixer wagon Understands feed management, residuals, and pre-graze covers Takes pride in shed hygiene Works well within a team Is open to learning and new ideas Has a positive attitude and willingness to...

EXPERIENCED SENIOR FARM ASSISTANT /AND OR HERD MANAGER/2IC We are looking for someone with a minimum of 3 years NZ experience to fill a senior role working alongside and supervising 3 other full time staff (milk harvesters).  So you must have proven leadership skills and be happy using them with good communication.  Tractor driving is ESSENTIAL and will include feeding out on a feed pad and topping. We are a farm that takes pride in high levels of farm presentation, a genuine love for our cows with great animal health/repro/SCC.  In shed technology (52 bail rotary)  includes Protrac, ACR's, In shed feeding, Cellsense monitors and Affi Collars and drafting.   You will need to be tech savvy and happy to utilise them.  The farm is 420ha milking 1000 cows, Spring calving.   A mix of flat, rolling  and some steeper terrain.    Good infrastructure and machinery.    Roster and remuneration to be discussed and is based on experience.  Roster is flexible to suit.  Please...

We are looking for a motivated person to join our 3person team on our irrigated 288ha dairy farm at Ngapara, North Otago. We will calve down 680cows and peak milk 650 this season. We currently have a vacancy for the upcoming season. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow their skills and knowledge alongside a supportive farm owner and Manager. The right person may have different skills/knowledge that they can bring to our established team. Experience in tractor driving/machinery maintenance/fencing/feeding stock and stockwork would be ideal. We would tailor the role to fit the right person and skill set. The successful candidate would work alongside the on farm staff and would implement the farm systems that have been set. The cows are milked through a modern 50bail rotary cowshed with inshed feeding and protrack drafting. Cows will have halter collars. Irrigation is delivered via 4 pivots, fixed grid and klines. A keen attitude, good time management and good...

We are looking for a motivated Herd Manager to join our team on a 685-cow dairy farm in Tokoroa The farm operates a 50-bale rotary shed and is irrigated via 2 x Travelling irrigators Key Responsibilities Your role will include, but is not limited to: Milking Identifying and managing lame or sick cows Assisting with pasture management and feed allocation Plant and vat wash Tractor work and feeding out Fencing and general maintenance Weed control Assisting with calving and mating Leading and supporting other staff when required Maintaining high standards of animal welfare and farm presentation General farm duties What We Are Looking For The successful applicant will have: At least 2 years of dairy farming experience in New Zealand Previous experience in a Herd Manager or similar role preferred Good knowledge of animal health and pasture management The ability to work independently and within a team...

Our stunning family owned and operated 400 cow dairy farm is set on 200 Ha of beautiful flat land just minutes from the township of Ikamatua.  This is a great place to live if you love all the outdoor activities the area has to offer, yet only 40 mins from Greymouth and 20 mins to Reefton, you literally have everything you need right on your doorstep.   We thought we had next season worked out with regards to our staffing requirements but due to personal reasons, the person we had employed has decided it's not for them after all, so this leaves us with a bit of a gap to fill.   In an ideal world we could really do with a good strong herd manager who has a partner or a friend that can be a dairy farm assistant who can help us with relief milking and calf rearing due to us only having the one house, it is a big 3.5 bedroom house which has a lovely new bathroom and kitchen but it will need to be shared.   Essential skills will be milking, we have a rotary shed that we...

We are looking for a motivated, Ideally 2-3+ years experience  Farm assistant to join our awesome team of four in Carew(20min to Ashburton and Geraldine). Start date is flexable The successful candidate must be goal driven and have ambitions to go places within the dairy industry. Take pride in the work they do. Be Honest , Reliable and Punctual. Have good problem solving skills. Confident in all aspects of animal health. Be drug free, non-smoker and no pets. Duties will include all aspects of dairy farming inc: Milking, Fencing, Tractor work. The purpose of the position is to assist in the day to day running of the farm and taking responsibility in the milking shed and animal health. Note- Applicants must be in New Zealand with a current work visa at the time of interviews. Must be currently working in the industry as we need someone that can hit the ground running. Please email a copy of CV with a minimum of 2 references.

You must be in New Zealand and legally allowed to work to be considered for this role. Do you want to learn and grow your career on farm? Are you weighing up Uni or going straight on farm to kick start your dairy career?? Are you willing to move to where the opportunities are?? Do you want to be the person calling the shots one day?? If you answered “yes” to any of these keep reading… After 3 seasons our awesome herd manager has been offered his next career step which has open an opportunity on our K Road Farm. This farm and team are all about learning. You will learn the how, but more importantly the ‘why’. You will be coached and mentored from the very basics, like the most efficient way to milk to how to interview for your next role! Standards are high and hard work and great attitude are rewarded. About the farm: K Road farm is located on the stunning shores of Lake Taupo’s western bays approx. 20 min from Turangi. Milking 1250 cows, it runs a low...

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Herd Manager to join our team on a progressive dairy farm. This is an excellent opportunity for someone wanting responsibility, development, and future progression within the New Zealand dairy industry. Start Date: 1st June 2026 About the Farm: Milking approximately 920 cows through a 54-bail Waikato rotary shed with ACRs and in-shed feeding 275 effective hectares Irrigation includes 4 pivots and approximately 30 ha of K-lines (with plans to install additional post irrigators) Cows are milked in 2 herds, twice a day for most of the season Wintering is done off-farm, approximately 15 minutes away The Team: You will be working alongside: Contract milking couple (both very hands-on, especially through calving and mating) A Herd Manager A  Farm Assistant/Calf Rearer  The Role: As Herd Manager, you will take a key role in the day-to-day operations of the farm, including: Milking management and...

Milking 575 cows through a 50 bale rotary shed - ACR's and protrack. Duties include, but are not limited to: Assisting with daily operational tasks as directed. including, running of the dairy, effluent management and feeding.  Completes tasks with minimal supervision and training of other staff.   You must have experience with protrack. Min 30 hours Accommodation is shared and well presented. You salary range will be between 75K and 85K You must have a clear criminal record Pre employment and random drug testing  You must be drug free. No dogs on farm We prefer you live on farm due to the requirements of the job No smoking or vaping on farm.