22 farm assistant jobs found

2,500 cows  l  2x 80 BR  l  760 ha effective Our client operates a high-performing dairy farming enterprise in the Manawatu/Whanganui region on 760 ha effective, providing an excellent environment for farmers wanting to build their skills and advance their careers. With a strong focus on efficiency, innovation, milking approximately 2,500 this operation runs through 2x modern 80 bale rotary cowsheds with plenty of automation.   You'll gain exposure to modern farming practices, large-scale operations, and industry-leading systems while working alongside an experienced and supportive team. The Role As part of a motivated and supportive team, you'll be involved in a wide range of day-to-day farming activities, including milking, animal health and welfare, feeding, pasture management, general farm maintenance, and operating modern farm equipment and systems.  You'll work closely with experienced team members to ensure the farm continues to operate efficiently while...

**ONLY APPLY IF IN NZ** We are seeking a Senior Farm Assistant/Herd Manager to manage the day to day operations milking and feeding cows. Work available for a partner to cover milkings and time off feeding calves   We milk 485 cows through a 54 bale rotary shed near Rahotu. Halter is installed High level operating dairy farm.  Comfortable, tidy 3 bedroom house available to rent. Must have two years prior experience. Looking for someone who is hardworking and honest. Minimum 30 hours a week. Maximum 60

We require a senior farm assistant to assist with the day to day running of our 930 cow Split 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.  This position is fixed term as one of our team members is going away for the summer & you will be covering their position. There is potential for this position to become longer term. 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.

We are looking for someone to join our team to help with the milking and operation of our 550 cow farm located near Temuka. 30 aside herring bone. Must either be a nz resident or have visa. Please email cv with work experience. Thank you 

We are looking for a dairy farm assistant for our dairy farm located in the waitaki valley, 10 minutes to Kurow and Duntroon, located 45 minutes from Oamaru. The farm milks 400 cows through a 54 bail rotary with in shed feeding and ACRs, irrigated via pivots, fixed grid and k-line. Day to day tasks and responsibilities include milk harvesting - ensuring production of high-quality milk, cleaning and maintaining the milking plant feeding the cows - follow instructions for setting up breaks. Assist with weed control.  moving and handling stock in a safe manner assist with the operation and management of the dairy effluent system You'll need to be physically fit and able to ride 2 wheel motorbikes Roster is 6 and 2. May be subject to change.  During calving roster may change and may include weekend work. Tractor experience would be advantageous along with some experience operating 2 and 4 wheelers on hills. 4 bedroom family home available....

We are looking for a dairy farm assistant for our dairy farm located in Duntroon, located 40 minutes from Oamaru. The farm milks 600 cows through a 40 aside herringbone with in shed feeding and ACRs, irrigated via pivots and k-line. Day to day tasks and responsibilities include milk harvesting - ensuring production of high-quality milk, cleaning and maintaining the milking plant feeding the cows - follow instructions for setting up breaks. Assist with weed control. Cows are wintered on the dairy farm, and you will be required to shift crop breaks over winter. moving and handling stock in a safe manner assist with the operation and management of the dairy effluent system You'll need to be physically fit and able to ride 2 wheel motorbikes Tractor driving experience would be advantageous Roster is 6 and 2. May be subject to change.  During calving roster may change and may include weekend work. 4 bedroom family home available on farm....

EXPERIENCED SENIOR FARM ASSISTANT /AND OR HERD MANAGER/2IC We are looking for someone with a minimum of 1 years NZ experience to join a team of 6 staff.  You will need experience preferably in a rotary cowshed.. 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.   So a genuine passion for working with cows and being in the industry is a must.   If you don't like spending your days around cows then don't apply. In shed technology (52 bail rotary)  includes Protrack, ACR's, In shed feeding, Cell Cense monitors and Affi Collars with auto drafting.  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.   Please apply with CV and two most recent dairy farming references.  We are unable to accommodate large families as our houses are...

Due to a personal tragedy, we have a fulltime position available to support the farm manager of our 385-cow farm 6km from Otorohanga. the role is a senior role with responsibility to support the manager in running of the farm and to cover in his abscense. the farm is well set up with a modern 36 aside herringbone with in shed feeders. A 2-bedroom house with sleepout is provided as part of package.  We are looking for individuals with a positive attitude, willingess to learn and grow and a good sense of humor. You will also be a tidy kiwi.  YOU MUST BE ELIGIBLE TO WORK IN NZ TO APPLY

Farm Hand (1 hour from Queenstown)   Farm is located in Five Rivers, this role would suit someone living local to Mossburn, lumsden, Diption etc with reliable transport as there is no accommodation on farm available.   We are looking for a farm assistant on our family-owned Dairy Farm. We are flexible with this role could be casual, temporary or permanent part -time /   full time to suit. May suit university student or working holiday visa, applicants looking for extra work. Main role would be milking cows, but willingness to do a variety of jobs would be beneficial. No experience required, with pay to be negotiated based on your skillset will range from $25-40hr. Will be milking modern rotary with cowshed. Please inquire via the website, all shortlisted applicants we will call you if interested in discussing further. Please note we cannot accept applicants based overseas at this time.

We are seeking a motivated and capable Herd Manager to join our dairy operation in the Whitianga area. Milking 500 cows through a 40-aside herringbone shed, this role offers the opportunity to take ownership of day-to-day herd management while working alongside a team focused on high standards of stockmanship, pasture management, and farm performance. This position is well suited to someone who enjoys working with livestock, takes pride in animal care, and is looking to develop their skills. Key Responsibilities Assisting with all aspects of milking and dairy shed operation Managing herd health and animal wellbeing Heat detection and mating support Recording and maintaining accurate farm data Monitoring and managing pasture allocation Supporting calving and young stock management Maintaining high standards of animal welfare and farm presentation Operating farm machinery and equipment safely Contributing positively to the farm team and business goals...

We are LOSM looking for a Herd Manager with at least 2-year dairy experience. Genuine interest in dairy farming is a must because of your daily involvement. Milking through a 50 bail rotary with 950 peak cows on 245ha Located in Hinds, Ashburton. Calving Roster 6/2. 11/3 post calving Single accommodation with carport , No pets. The farm is grass based and irrigated by pivots and fixed grid. The team will be composed of the LOSM, second-in-charge, Herd manager and Dairy farm assistant. This is a smoke free and drug free work place. Aside from milk harvesting, you will also be responsible for the following: stock mangement/animal husbandry equipment weekly checks and maintenance pasture and feeding mangement compliance with farm environment and health and safety protocol accurate record keeping expected to perform during the calving and mating season junior staff mangement and training Other duties include (but not limited to): Weed control,  Feeding calves...

We are through calving and into mating and ready to look for a full time Farm assistant for next season. Start date can be flexible but no later than June 1. We are open to all experience levels, and will consider someone with less experience if they are the right fit for our team. Ideally you have a couple of seasons dairy farming under your belt and want to keep learning and growing. applicants must be residing in NZ and eligible to work in NZ .  We are Lower order sharemilkers milking 950 cows in Bainham golden bay. We milk 3 herds, one of which once a day through a 50 bail rotary shed with ACR.  Technology on farm - Halter, masti test, auto draft - training provided We pride ourselves in running a positive, supportive work environment with solid routines achieving good results. 

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Herd Manager to join our dairy farming operation in the Manawatu. Our farm is a well-run dairy operation with a strong focus on animal health, pasture management, milk quality and creating a positive working environment. We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, enjoys working with cows and has the ability to take responsibility for the day-to-day management of the herd. About the Farm Farm Size: 330 ha Herd Size: 940 cows Farm System: System 5 Calving: Spring calving Location: Manawatu, New Zealand Milking Facilities: 50 bale rotary and 30 aside herribone About the Role This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is ready to take the next step in their dairy farming career or an experienced Herd Manager looking for a new challenge. Your responsibilities will include: Managing the day-to-day health and...

We take milk quality and animal health seriously and are looking for like-minded farmers to join us for an exciting expansion on our beautiful farm.   We’re proud to be  Fonterra Organics Top Performers for milk quality two years in a row: SCC 73 99% Days of Excellence So we’re looking for someone who  takes pride in their work, high attention to detail, and prioritises milk quality and animal health.  Position and salary based around the right applicant. 6:2 roster.   Farm setup • 800 cows in multiple herds using  Halter •  40-bale rotary  ( ACRs  + in-bale teat spray) •  CellSense & Protrack •  OAD milking  solo in shifts alongside other staff and us (owners) The farm •  250ha  effective +  200ha  new neighbouring block • Mostly  flat to rolling  country • Very tidy farm with  great infrastructure...

Ideal for someone looking for extra work or a casual position with flexible hours Ideal for a Lincoln Uni student We are seeking a reliable and dependable person to join our team in early November on a weekend farm support role on a 140ha support block near Rolleston/Burnham. The position involves caring for 600 R2 heifers and upcoming 400 R1s, helping manage daily farm operations every second weekend on a 3:11 roster (Friday, Saturday, Sunday), with additional coverage during annual leave and potential for extra shifts.  Note there is one full week annual leave to cover in November and three weeks in December.  You'll play an important role in supporting the growth and welfare of young stock, contributing to the smooth running of the farm, and working as an essential part of our team. Requirements: - Reliability and commitment to weekend shifts (every second weekend starting in November) - Experience with raising heifers or young stock - Skills in pasture, grazing,...

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...

We are a family-operated dairy farm milking 700 cows through two 40ashb sheds with ACRs, automatic teat spraying, protract drafting and in-shed feeding. Halter recently put on. Mixture of permanent and part time/relief staff. 260ha operation with pivot irrigation and some k-lines. We are looking for a genuine person with a good work ethic who can use their initiative and work independently. We also appreciate someone with a good sense of humour who is honest, reliable, and respectful of their home. Must have experience farming in NZ and be capable of sole charge in owner’s absence. Duties include all usual activities involved in day to day running of a dairy farm: management of milking shed, staff and pasture, animal husbandry, tractor work, fencing, other general maintenance as required. Sole charge when owner is away. Please note milkings are required for this position. Current 2ic is leaving due to family circumstances. Please note we are not accredited employers. Start date...

Looking for an experienced Assistant Drystock Manager for a drive in position approx 30 mins from Te Awamutu. Must be experienced in operating machinery for feeding of stock, farm maintenance etc. Must be honest & reliable.

450 Cows  |  54 BR  |   30 minutes north of Hamilton About the Business Taniwha Estate Ltd is a family-owned and operated dairy farming business located in Orini, just 30 minutes north of Hamilton. The farm milks 450 crossbred cows through a 54-bail rotary shed, operating a System 2–3 with a covered feedpad. Fertiliser application is managed by contractors. We take pride in maintaining high standards across our farming operation and are looking for someone who shares these values, takes ownership of their work and enjoys being part of a successful farming team.   About the Role We are looking for an experienced and capable 2IC or Herd Manager who is confident taking responsibility and can step into sole charge of the farm when required. Working alongside the Farm Owners, you will play an important role in supporting the day-to-day running of the farm. We need someone who can think ahead, use their initiative and make sound decisions.    Key...

Are you an experienced farmer looking for a great opportunity close to Hamilton? We are seeking a motivated and reliable team member to join our progressive goat dairy operation in Puketaha/Gordonton, just 7km from Rototuna. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive team, work in a positive environment, and further develop your skills under experienced leadership. With a well-structured roster, modern facilities, and a prime location on Hamilton's northern boundary, this role offers an outstanding balance of career growth and lifestyle. About the Farm Milking approximately 1,000 dairy goats Modern 100-bail rotary shed Flat, well-maintained farm Cut-and-carry feeding system Supportive and positive team culture Convenient drive-in location close to Hamilton The Role Working alongside the Farm Manager, you will be involved in all aspects of the day-to-day operation, including: Milking and livestock management Animal health and...