7 jobs found in Tokoroa, waikato region

Feed Production Management • Assist with any feed planning or the management of as appropriate. • Assist to manage weeds and pests to maintain pasture and crops. • Milking • Ensure the effective operation of all aspects of the milking process, including plant hygiene and somatic cell count, to maintain grade free standards. Effluent • Operate and maintain the effluent system on your farm to all regional council compliance requirements and the employer’s additional standards. • Maintain all appropriate effluent management records. • Know what to do when things go wrong. Animals • Implement animal health program to maintain good health. • Assist with calving and the calf rearing program to achieve minimal losses and ensure high quality replacements are available for the herd. • Ensure all herd records are maintained. Business • Work with the Dairy Farm Manager to contribute to Farm Business Plan. • Assist to manage repairs and maintenance schedule for all plant, machinery and...

At Grasslands, we farm together for better. We’re proud to be building a culture where people, pride, and performance come together to create lasting value for our communities, shareholders, and each other. Grasslands Waikato is currently looking for an experienced Farm Assistant on our farm that  is 355 effective hectares of predominately flat to rolling contour, with a few steeper sidling’s, milking 1000 cross bred, spring calving cows through an 80-bail modern rotary cowshed.  The model is pasture based, the shed has in shed feeding facilities, and the farm is equipped with all modern machinery required to run the property effectively. The farm is situated 20 mins drive from the township of Tokoroa which offers a wide range of facilities and shopping options together with several schooling options.  Rotorua, Tauranga and Taupo are all within an hour’s drive of the farm. So, what are we looking for?   We are looking for a Farm Assistant who: - ·         Has...

We are looking for a reliable and motivated Farm Assistant to join our team. This role will suits someone who enjoys working with animals, takes pride in doing a job well, and can work as part of a team in a busy farm environment. What we offer 5 on, 2 off roster for most of the season 3 on, 1 off roster during calving Work in a 50-bale rotary shed Modern farm technology including: Automatic cup removers Automatic teat spray Protrack drafting system Key duties Milking and shed operations Animal health and general stock work Calving assistance during the calving season Cleaning and maintaining the dairy shed and equipment Feeding and general farm duties Assisting with pasture and farm maintenance as required What we’re looking for A strong work ethic and positive attitude Good animal handling skills Ability to work early mornings and flexible hours during busy periods Ability to work well independently and as...

We are looking for a Herd Manager to join us for the season on our 685 cow dairy farm near Tokoroa. You must have 2 years or more NZ dairy farm experience and be of Herd Manager level.  Jobs include all basic farm work and some responsibilities around animal health, milk quality, pasture management, tractor work, farm maintenance and weekly reporting will be required to be done.  You must have a high level of english, be reliable and smoke/ drug free with a valid driver license. salary package based on applicant capabilities. Accomodaton is a warm 3 bedroom home with a double garage attached and a fireplace + woodshed. *Please note, Any applicants must be NZ Residents or Citizens

We are looking for a reliable and motivated relief milker/farm hand to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with animals, takes pride in their work and is happy to help wherever needed on the farm. Previous dairy experience is preferred. Key responsibilities: Milking cows efficiently while maintaining high milk quality standards Bring cows to and from the shed  Assisting with animal health and general stock work  Keeping the shed clean  General farm maintenance, weed control and other farm tasks  What we are looking for: Honest and reliable  Able to work independently and as part of a team Good communication skills  A strong work ethic and positive attitude Accommodation may be available for the right applicant.

We are looking for 1 reliable herd manager  Must have atleast 2 years experience  Experience includes  milking, fencing, spraying, animal treatment  day to day jobs  calving, mating experience  must be reliable, punctual, honest and trustworthy  must have no drug addiction and no criminal addiction  must be able to follow instructions and health and safety practices 

We are on the hunt for an extra team member to assist us over the season to lighten the load on the rest of the team, as this is a drive in position a requirement will be a current drivers license and reliable transport. Happy to offset fuel costs on top of hourly rate, all is negotiable. experience milking large herds in a rotary would be beneficial but not crucial. The farm is located 5 minutes drive from Tokoroa township We milk 1100 cows through a fully automated 60 bail waikato rotary. (ACR, ATS, Auto-wash, Auto Draft) Our ideal applicant will milk on an 8/2 roster, but this is negotiable depending on the applicant. this position could be fixed term or year long depending on your requirements.