6 jobs found in Whanganui

In search of a relief worker to help milk 300cows in a 30 aside herringbone shed. This is part time and would suit a student or someone wanting a few hours work. Situated .Close to Palmerston North or Feilding. Accommodation during shifts available. Daily tasks would include but not limited to Milking Break fencing Feeding calves Basic tractor work Stock work  Please attach your CV  Applicants must be drug free Drivers licence an advantage 

We are seeking a reliable and motivated Casual Farm Assistant to join our dairy grazing operation. This is a flexible, drive-in position perfect for someone looking for regular relief work, students studying agriculture, semi-retired farmer or anyone wanting to pick up extra hours in a positive outdoor environment. Our farm is located approximately 20 minutes drive from Whanganui. Ideally, you will assist with morning shifts 2-3 days a week and provide assistance with day-to-day operations during peak periods, weekend shift and holiday cover. However, this is negotiable for the right person. Key Responsibilities Stock Management: Safely shift stock and move break fences. Monitor animal health and welfare. Assist with weighing and drenching of stock. General Farm Maintenance: Assist with weed control, fencing repairs, and help keep the farm tidy. Machinery Operation: Safely operate farm vehicles (e.g., side by side and basic tractor work). Current NZ drivers’...

We are seeking a reliable, self-motivated Relief Milker to join our team and assist with milking operations on our 480-cow dairy farm, located 10 mins drive from Marton. This role is ideal for an experienced milker looking for flexible hours, weekend work, or someone wanting to pick up extra shifts during the dairy season. You will work closely with our permanent farm team to maintain high standards of milk quality, animal welfare, and shed hygiene. Key Responsibilities Milking Operations: Efficiently milk cows using our 36-bail herringbone system. Stock Management: Bring herds to and from the shed safely, demonstrating a calm approach and excellent stockmanship. Shed Hygiene: Perform standard plant and silo wash procedures post-milking, maintaining strict cleanliness standards. Animal Health: Monitor the herd for signs of mastitis or lameness, and strictly manage withheld milk protocols (penicillin/colostrum herds). Skills &...

Helping Milk, moving stock, moving fences, at weekends. Some holiday work also offered. The farm is 15min from Palmerston North or Feilding This would be a good opportunity for someone wanting to get into dairy farming or studying.

We require someone to help with mainly milking 400 cows through a 32 bale sole operator rotary cowshed with Auto cup removers/teat sprayer and drafting gate morning and night. Days and hours fully negotiable as well as extra day work if wanting more hours eg spraying, feeding out. Dates required are from mid November to mid January at this stage. Located in Manutahi, 10min south of Hawera 

We are Daniel and Monique Newell working on Armstrongs Farms We are seeking a new farm assistant to join out team. We contract milk a couple of farms and require an extra hand to keep the farms humming. We are based just out from Opunake.   This role could even suit a couple that are wanting to take dairy farming on and be in a positive team environment. We can offer all trainings and support to get you started. We have 2 separate farms only 5 mins from Opunake with a really great community.  This job will require you to take part in milkings, cow herding and various farm jobs. I believe that this job could be the perfect start or it might be the right change at the right time to find a great team. We can offer flexibility with a bigger team and we offer a 5 and 2 roster.