27 farm assistant jobs found

Top 400 cows twice a day, the rest once a day morning only, everything once a day March to end of May. We have a system that allows for not getting cows in, they walk themselves to milking while the coffees being drunk. Calves are grazed off farm from January till they return in May the following year as in calf. All ground work is done in house so plenty of tractor work available. We are looking for a permanent staff member to jump aboard our team once our Scottsman's visa has run out in November. Preferably chasing a character that knows how to jump into battle when the busy time is on. Must have a can do attitude and be willing to get their hands dirty, be able to laugh and have a genuine interest in dairy farming. 3 bedroom house with log burner. Firewood available on farm. We are NOT accredited, work visas welcome

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...

🐄 FARM ASSISTANT / RELIEF MILKER WANTED – MANAWATŪ 🐄 We're looking for a reliable and motivated Farm Assistant to join our team in the Manawatū. We are also interested in hearing from experienced Relief Milkers . The role includes: • Milking • Animal health • Feeding and general farm work • Tractor work (experience preferred but not essential) • Maintaining a high standard of farm presentation We're looking for someone who: • Has a positive attitude and strong work ethic • Is reliable, honest, and willing to learn • Can work well in a team and independently • Takes pride in caring for stock and equipment What we offer: • Competitive pay based on experience • Supportive and respectful working environment • Opportunities to grow and develop your skills • Accommodation available for the right applicant If you're looking for your next opportunity, or you're an experienced relief milker looking for regular work, we'd love to hear from you. 📍 Location:...

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...

PLEASE APPLY IF YOU ALREDY IN NEW ZEALAND NO OVERSEASE  APPPLICATON WILL BE CONSIDER Farm assistant or Herd Manager  required for the  780 Cows through a 40 Bail Rotary Cowshed, Set up to be a 1 Person Shed. Farm is located at Movern,  Waimate, close to Oceania dairy factory. Hilly farm and irrigated with K-line.  For this role you must have, Experience on shift k-lines on hills Check lame cows and all other general farm works including, Assisting with daily management activities, milking ,  Supervises milking from paddock to farm dairy as required. Implements routine maintenance schedules, including the milking plant, identifying and fixing faults as needed. Maintains hygiene and cleanliness around dairy. Implements and monitors health, calving and mating plans and reports progress. Identifies and treats animal health problems. Communicates clearly and openly with farm owner. Safely uses and maintains vehicles on farm as directed by on farm policy. Actively...

We are on the lookout for a motivated and hardworking individual looking to join our enthusiastic team of four on our well-established dairy farm in Patoka. The Farm 850 cows, fully fitted with Halter collars 50-bale rotary shed with ACRs and Protrack 290ha effective, rolling contour  Modern, well-maintained plant and machinery Efficient systems with a strong focus on animal welfare and performance Summer-safe farming with mild winters Hunting available on farm What We Offer Supportive, hands-on employers  Positive, team-focused work culture Structured roster with genuine focus on work-life balance Competitive remuneration package Warm, tidy 2-bedroom home Patoka has a strong and welcoming community, with the local school and kindy just 5 minutes from the farm. We're only 45 minutes northwest of Napier, giving you the best of both worlds - peaceful country living with town amenities close by. There is also a thriving Young Farmers club just...

Temporary Farm Assistant – Calving Season (North Otago) We're looking for an experienced farm assistant to join our team on a large-scale 1,200-cow dairy farm at Maheno, North Otago, from now through to the end of December. This role has come up due to an unforeseen off-farm injury to existing staff, and is a temporary/seasonal position covering calving, with potential to lead into full-time work for the right person. About the role: Immediate start Fixed term through to end of December, with genuine potential for ongoing full-time work depending on fit Full-time hours, calving season demands (early starts, flexibility around cow/calf welfare needs) Pay based on experience What you'll be doing: Calving duties — assisting cows, calf rearing and feeding, calf health monitoring General dairy farm work as required (milking, animal health, farm maintenance) Working alongside our existing farm team What we're looking for: Farming/dairy experience...

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...

Main Purpose: The Herd Manager is responsible for supporting the day-to-day management of the dairy farm by leading daily operational activities, maintaining high standards of animal health and welfare, milk quality, pasture management, and farm maintenance. The Herd Manager works alongside the Farm Manager and 2IC, takes responsibility for allocated farm operations, and provides guidance and support to junior team members. Responsible To:          Farm Manager / 2IC Skills and Attributes: Reliable, honest, and self-motivated. Practical and hands-on, with good attention to detail. A team player who communicates clearly and works well under direction. Willingness to take initiative and responsibility. Committed to animal welfare, environmental care, and farm values. A minimum of 2 years’ dairy farming experience in a similar role (herd manager / senior farm assistant or equivalent role) or a relevant level 4 (or higher) agricultural...

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...

PLEASE INCLUDE CONTACTABLE REFERENCES WHEN APPLYING IN THE FIRST INSTANCE. Applicants must hold a current NZ working visa or be a NZ resident. Farm Overview We are located 15 minutes from Winton and 20 minutes from Invercargill in Southland. Milking approximately 630 cows at peak Predominantly Holstein Friesian Self-contained farming system Wintering barn Automatic calf feeders 60-bail rotary with ACRs We operate a supportive and inclusive work environment, and our current team is young and has worked together for the past three seasons. Roster 6 & 2 for most of the year 6 & 1 through peak calving Additional time off flexible within reason We value work-life balance and encourage learning opportunities (e.g., AgITO training) The Role – Dairy Farm Mananger You will assist with daily farm operations as directed, including: Milking and shed hygiene Feeding and pasture management...

Due to one of our team member's moving on, we require an honest, trustworthy, reliable and punctual team member to join our current team at Castlerock in Northern Southland. The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years experience or a level 4 qualification or above. The candidate will not be afraid to get their hands dirty and must be physically fit. They must adhere to our company Health & Safety policies and procedures and be willing to undertake random drug testing. They must have the necessary visa to work in New Zealand. The successful candidate will work as part of our team to manage and assist with all aspects of farming: milking, animal health management, treating animals, getting cows in and locking away, weed control, putting up and taking down temporary fences, calf rearing, assist with calving. pasture management and other general farm duties. A willingness to learn is paramount. We encourage AgIto training.  Min 30 hours, Rate is based on experience $30 - $35...

Dairy Farm 2IC – Jersey Herd Location: Woodville, Manawatu Start Date: 01/06/2026 We are looking for a practical and motivated Second-in-Charge (2IC) to work alongside the Contract Milker on our dairy farm milking 300 Jersey cows across 100 hectares of flat to steep country. This role would suit someone who enjoys being hands-on, problem-solving, and helping improve systems over time About the Role Working closely with the Contract Milker, your responsibilities will include: Daily milking and shed routines Animal health, calving, and herd welfare Feed management and pasture allocation General farm maintenance, fencing and weed management  Assisting with day-to-day decision making and taking responsibility when required Farm Details 300 Jersey cows 100 hectares Flat to steep contour with plenty of character 10 minutes to Woodville, 30 mins...

Herd Manager – 600-Cow Dairy Farm, Ashburton, Canterbury Craig Group Ltd is seeking an experienced Herd Manager to join our team on a well-run ~600-cow variable order sharemilking operation at 676 Winchmore Lauriston Road, Ashburton, Canterbury. About the role The Herd Manager is a key leadership position responsible for the day-to-day management of the milking herd. Working alongside the Sharemilker and Second-in-Charge, you will: Plan, organise and oversee daily milking routines, shed hygiene and milk quality (targeting zero grades, SCC below 150,000) Lead herd health and animal welfare — detection and treatment of illness and lameness, drenching, vaccination and mastitis management Run the reproduction programme, including heat detection, mating/AI support, drying off and hands-on calving management Allocate pasture and supplementary feed, monitor pasture cover and residuals, and assist with feed budgeting and irrigation scheduling Operate and maintain farm...

Windley Lands LTD is looking for a new team member to join 2 other people in the day to day running of our runoff block. Located 15kms out of Mossburn  Windley is a large scale operation with flat/rolling and some steep land that deals with calves, heifers, bulls and dry cows.  You will be working along side the farm manager and 2IC to provide the best environment for animals to thrive for the future.  Job entails  Shifting stock - temporary fences Wintering- winding up and setting fences, tractor driving etc. Yard work - Drenching, weighing, loading and unloading stock. Animal health, treating and recording. Tractor driving - Feeding silage, loading unloading bales. We provide a 2 bedroom cottage, heat pump, double glazed windows. We ride 2 wheelers on farm so some experience on 2 wheelers is preferred. Job would be suited for a young fit motivated  person with 2-3 years experience in farming. - MUST BE IN NEW ZEALAND TO APPLY C.V. sent to...

Due to genuine reasons we are looking for a Herd Manager or Farm Assistant in Tussock Creek. Peak milking 900 cows 54 bail rotary with ACR's Protrak and Allflex Collars Good infrastructure and systems Supportive team environment Accommodation is a 3 bedroom house with heatpump and fire Start date is negotiable, please apply with CV and references. We are NOT accredited employers.

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

Valley Field Dairies We are looking for a Dairy Farm Assistant / 2IC – Immediate Start 🏡Valley Field Dairies | Waikaka Valley, Gore, Southland Valley Field Dairies is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Dairy Farm Assistant or 2IC to join our team for an immediate start, following one of our valued team members moving on for the upcoming season. We are a family-owned and operated farming business located in the Waikaka Valley, just 10 minutes from Gore. Our business combines both dairy and beef farming, with all operations managed as one integrated system. We pride ourselves on maintaining high standards of animal welfare, fostering a positive team environment, and embracing modern technology to improve efficiency and make farming more enjoyable. As part of our wider farming business, you'll gain exposure to both our dairy and beef operations, with Halter technology integrated across the...

Herd Manager/2ic We are on the look out for a skilled and dedicated herd manager with the goal of becoming 2ic, to join our team this 26/27 season starting June. NOT ACCREDITED EMPLOYERS must be nz citizen or nz resident must be available for an in person interview. We milk all year round, milking 250 cows over June/July. Calving 150 in February, 100 in May and 600 in July/August. Farm is located 10 minutes from Tapanui, 25 minutes to Gore. Shed is a 54 bale rotary with ACR’s and smart wash. Cows wintered in Wintering barn on farm and on support blocks nearby Accommodation is available in tapanui only 5 mins away  Good and tidy farm infrastructure. 6 and 1 over calving 5 and 2 rest of season Key responsibilities will include: -Assisting with all aspects of the dairy farm including Milking, feeding, general farm maintenance and cow health. -Be confident but careful on a 4 wheeler. -Be...

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...