4 jobs found in Te Kūiti

We're looking for a Herd Manager for next season. Responsibilities will include: Milking - Manage efficient and hygienic milking routine.  Follow procedure to produce high quality milk.  Animals - Manage safe handling of animals, report any health and welfare issues as per farm policy.  Manage the moving and handling of animals safely and observe and report on wellbeing of all classes of stock.     Feed - Set break fences and feeds out as directed.  Manage pasture and crop weed control and learn about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops. Feed young calves as required.  Environment - Manage dairy effluent systems operate and how effluent affects the on-farm environment and be aware of regional council requirements and their responsibilities to comply with these.   People - Manage and work well with others, building a strong team culture.  Develop an understanding of what makes a good farm team, and how their actions affect the wider team.  Machine,...

Due to a genuine change in circumstances, we’re looking for two farm assistants to help with the day to day operation of a 690 cow farm near Te Kuiti in the Waikato. The farm has a 54-bail rotary with ACRs, auto teat spray, in-shed feeding, feed pad and Halter collars to assist with stock movements, feed allocation, health monitoring and mating. If you’re passionate about farming, thrive in a team environment and take pride in your work, we’d love to hear from you. Please include a cover letter telling us about yourself and two references  Job Description You’ll be involved in a wide range of tasks, with room to grow and develop your skills however you must want to learn and be self motivated. - Milking and maintaining the cleanliness of the facilities - Monitoring cow health, identifying and addressing issues promptly - Tractor work, including feeding out. Confidently ride two wheel and four wheel motorbikes on hilly terrain - Assisting with calving, feeding, and...

We are looking to fill 3 dairy farm assistant roles on our farm with immediate job starting.  Job includes basic farm work such as milking, cleaning, setup fences, livestock movement, weed control, ride 2 and 4 wheeler and any other day to day duties. No experience needed, you must be reliable, punctual and honest attitude. Training will be provided on farm. You must be drug, smoke free and have a full driving license. 40- 50 working hours per week with $24 to $30 an hour, depending on your capabilities. On farm shared accommodation available at an agreed cost or market rate.

Alsmere Farm is a 183ha effective milking platform, milking 550 cows through an efficient 36-aside herringbone. The farm operates a hybrid milking system, utilising both twice-a-day (TAD) and once-a-day (OAD) milking, with 30% of the herd OAD for the majority of the season.   We run a predominantly pasture-based system, supported by the strategic use of supplements. The majority of cows are wintered off-farm as well as all the young stock post-weaning. The Role You will work closely alongside an experienced, inclusive Farm Manager who values teamwork, high standards, and professional development. This is an ideal opportunity for someone looking to take the next step in their dairy farming career and gain strong operational and leadership experience. Key responsibilities include: Assisting with the day-to-day management of the farm Monitoring and achieving physical and financial KPIs Organising staff tasks, rosters, and leave Milking and overseeing daily...