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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...

Note - Not all applicants will be contacted and you must be available for an on-farm interview Seeking 1 person for the 2025/26 season & beyond.   Applicant preferably someone who has done 2yrs of dairy farming on an irrigated property, but would be ok with taking someone who has done less but is motivated to learn and can do the very basics - setting a fence, drive a tractor. Farm details: The dairy platform is approx.190ha, with all run-off land on the boundary or in close proximity. We are located 5mins or 5km from the centre of Waimate , South Canterbury. Peak milk 780-800 cows through 40 aside herringbone, allflex & halter collars, in-shed feeding & pro-track. Irrigation: Most of the farm is under pivot, however there is K-Line that will also be moved twice a day for 5 days a week in peak irrigations season. Cows are milked twice daily – 4/4.30am & 2pm cups on for most of season. 1/3 of cows go once a day from end of April. Typical breaks...

Please specify the following: Current visa conditions If you are currently overseas If you are applying on behalf of someone else We are looking for 2 dairy Herd Managers to join the team on our Synlait Gold Plus (Lead with Pride) Dairy Farm milking 850 plus 350 split calving (Spring and Automn) cow farm in Temuka. *Job description: General farm duties will include but are not limited to: -Twice a day Milking: Morning and afternoon milking. Assists in efficient and hygienic milking routine. Start times are 3:30am and 1.30pm daily. -Feed: Controls weeds. Set up break fences. Assist with pasture management as directed by Farm Manager.  -Animals: Assists in the safe handling of animals, reports any health and welfare issues as per farm policy. - Team responsibilities: Contribute to an effective team working environment. Works well with others, building a strong team culture. -Environment: Assists with effluent and water management as directed by farm policy....

We are looking for a motivated Herd Manager . You will be working  a Sharemilker with a passion to see people succeed and progress in the industry. The ideal candidate will be someone who: Has a passion for the dairy industry Has a willingness to go the extra mile Works well in a team and follows instructions Is calm and patient with the cows & takes pride in all aspects of their role. Pet and Smoke free Being on a smaller 450 cow farm this role will be doing a full range of jobs so a willingness to learn is a must. Our farm is located in Lauriston (20 min to Ashburton and 10 min to Methven). Starting date is flexible being after 1st July. For the right applicant this could lead to further growth within our growing business. It will be approximately 45 hours per week. Person must be easy going, fit, motivated, enjoy animals and have good hygiene practices. . Salary is variable for experience within 75-85K package. Experience will be looked upon favourably! Your role will...

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.

Ashmount Farm is an exciting new dairy farm conversion currently being developed just outside of Chertsey. We are seeking a motivated and knowledgeable herd manager to be part of the team running this operation starting June 2026. The farm is in a great location, only a 10 minute drive to Rakaia or 15 minute drive to Ashburton! About the farm The farm is 426ha in total and will milk 1700 cows through a brand new 80 bail Read shed in the 2026-27 season. The shed will have ACRs, Protrack and in-shed feeding with Cowmanager tags. The farm will be irrigated by 5 pivots, with a small amount of dryland corners. We will operate a system that strives to maximise pasture harvested while feeding cows to their potential. The opportunity The successful candidate will be a part of a large team lead by equity manager Peter O’Connor and be responsible for one of the three herds on farm. You will be expected to manage grazing and allocation for a herd (with assistance from the manager or...

We require a Herd Manager to add to our team milking 1230 cows through a 60 bale rotary shed with automatic cup removers. We are looking for someone who is fit, honest, reliable with excellent communication skills and has the ability to work in a team environment. The successful candidate must have a clear police record and currently be living in New Zealand. The Herd Manager is required to assist the Contract Milker with the management of the milking herd and grazing. Duties include but are not limited to: Milking Animal Health Irrigation Weed Control Shed hygiene and other general farm tasks