2 jobs found in Darfield

Due to the unforseen need for our current employee of 7 years to relocate for personal reasons we are looking for a farm assistant / assistant herd manager to join our team working with the farm owner and our 2IC. We are loacted in the Charing Cross area, Selwyn district. A bit about us -450 high producing xbred cows -113 ha platform irrigated by pivots, k-line and sprinkers -36 bale rotary cowshed with ACR’s, meal feeding, protrack and cowmanager -Strong pasture harvesters with efficient use of supplements to drive profitable production -Heavy focus on Attention to detail across all aspects of the operation -A tidy, well presented high performing operation -Pride in our farm, people, stock and reputation What we offer -A real team environment working with great people who are keen to share information and knowledge and help people grow and succeed -5 on 2 off roster -An attractive remuneration package -A warm and tidy 2...

Temporary Dairy Farm Assistant Location: Darfield,  Fixed-Term (21 July 2026 to - end of September / Mid-October 2026)   Roster: 5 days on, 2 days off – Friday Saturdays off About the Role We are seeking a reliable, motivated, and hardworking Temporary Dairy Farm Assistant to join our team for the busy calving period. Our 1150-cow property is located just outside of Darfield. This is an efficient, high-performing farm utilizing modern infrastructure. You will work alongside an experienced, supportive team of 5 to maintain high standards of animal welfare and milk quality during this critical seasonal period.   Key Responsibilities Milking: Assist with efficient milking in our modern 60-bail rotary shed equipped with an ACRs In-shed Feeding, Protrack drafting system. Feeding: Manage and monitor the automated in-shed feeding system during milking routines.   Animal Health: Identify mastitis or lameness, draft stock using Protrack, and assist with...