3 farm jobs found in Te Awamutu

Start date negotiable We are looking for a Dairy Support Manager who will support the Dairy Manager, covering time off for the dairy team as well as work alongside the Drystock Manager. There is calf rearing work available for a partner from mid July until December. The dairy part of the role includes; Regular cover for the dairy team during calving & mating (mid July to mid November) Milking 580 cows at peak through a 36ashb Getting in cows and calves Feeding out silage and maize (no feed pad) Putting up and taking down break fences Diagnosing and treating animal health issues including mastitis and lameness Reactive and planned maintenance The drystock part of the role includes; Feeding out silage Putting up and taking down break fences (all mobs get daily breaks) Drafting, weighing, drenching and vaccinating stock Reactive and planned maintenance Diagnosing and treating animal health issues in a timely manner The ideal candidate...

We are looking for a couple who are both looking to work on farm next season. We are seeking a senior 2IC & a calf rearer/relief milker. We peak milk 570 cows through a 36 ashb. We are a System 2. There are three people on farm at all times through calving and mating. All other team members have been on the farm for at least two seasons and have great knowledge of the farm, cows and infrastructure. We require an experienced 2IC who can capably cover the farm manager's time off who; Understands pasture management Has excellent animal health skills and can diagnose and treat cows and calves Has empathy for cows and calves Can drive a tractor with a bale feeder and maize wagon Can identify and fix water leaks and power issues Works well with others and is flexible about how the week looks Can confidently ride a two wheeler Can identify cycling cows for AI Can calve a cow if required and administer IV fluids Can keep accurate records when mothering cows...

Located near Te Awamutu, we are a system 3-4 farm milking 750 cows through a 50-rotary. We are progressive in our farming practices, have modern facilities & machinery, and have good on-farm systems. We are seeking experienced (minimum 3 years) Assistant Herd Manager to join our team who have a passion for working with animals, have good communication, and are keen to progress in the farming industry, including undertaking Primary ITO studies. The position of assistant herd manager is designed to assist the farm manager in the overall running of the farm. You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested, and developing, including: milking twice a day; shifting cows and feeding; fencing, weed control; calving, calf rearing; shed cleaning and setup; - the ability to identify mastitis, lame cows, and generally sick cows - setting fences - effluent spreading and learning how the system runs; - being able to follow instructions, communicate, and work as part of a team....