5 dairy assistant jobs found

We are looking for an enthusiastic person to assist us through the calving season. This is a fixed term job for the period of 3 months only.  The duties will include assisting with milking, fencing, calving, calf rearing etc. Depending on the willingness to learn farming , experience and skill set of the person the duties can be changed or made more flexible. This role is ideally suited for someone who is looking for a fixed term work for 3 months or someone on a working holiday visa. The person applying for the job must be familiar with the west coast weather condition or must be willing to work in a wet conditions as this year is expected to be very wet spring for the west coast. Please do not apply for the position if you are not a resident, citizen or do not currently hold a valid work visa to work in New Zealand. 

We are looking for a casual or fixed term staff member to help mornings on our OAD dairy farm.  The job is mainly milking but could also include feeding out on the feed pad, fencing or weed spraying.  Experience milking cows is preferred. Applicants must currently reside and be eligible to work in NZ and hold a full driver's license.  Hours/days of work per week are flexible.

🐄 Milk for Rent Position Available – New Zealand We're looking for a reliable and motivated person or couple for a Milk for Rent position. The position includes: • 3-bedroom house • 22 ASHB dairy with in-shed feeding • Milking approximately 270 cows • Halter system being installed, operational from August This is a great opportunity for someone who takes pride in their work and wants to be part of a well-set-up dairy operation. Please note: You must already be in New Zealand and have the legal right to work here. If you are not currently in New Zealand, please do not apply. If you're interested, send us a message with a bit about yourself and your dairy farming experience.

Apatu Farms is a family-owned agribusiness. Our operations are diverse, encompassing pipfruit, viticulture, vegetable cropping, export onions, transport/logistic and dairy farming. Our Plantation Dairy site is based in Ongaonga, Hawke’s Bay. We run 1,800 cows at peak, milk through a 60-bale rotary, and operate a twice-year calving system alongside year-round milking — so we’re a busy farm! To keep everything running smoothly, we have a fantastic team of 15 people on site, supported by the wider Apatu Farms group. The opportunity: We’re looking for an Assistant Calf Rearer to join our Apatu Farms – Plantation Dairy team for the upcoming calf rearing season. This is a casual position, as we continue to grow and expect a higher number of calves this season. Hours may vary week to week, so we’re looking for someone who is flexible and happy to work with the team as demand changes throughout the season. You’ll be working alongside an experienced Calf Rearer in a busy, hands-on,...

In search of reliable energetic worker to help  milk 330 cows in a 30 aside herringbone. We require a person that can work as part of a  team as well as independently. The farm is situated in the Manawatu approx. 10mins from Palmerston North and Feilding Accommodation  available on farm or willing to travel. Some experience preferred Daily tasks would include but are not limited to Milking & shed hygiene  Fencing & break Fences Calving cows & Feeding Calves Basic Tractor Work Stock Work Routine General Maintenance Restricted or higher NZ Drivers License is required  Applicants must be drug free Must be in NZ Not AEWV accredited