5 jobs found in Whanganui

Herd Owning Sharemilker (HOSM) Independent Contractor (Owner will also consider Lease) Eltham Road established seasonal supply dairy unit in prime dairy farming locality. Flat easy rolling contour with full range of paddock improvements (subdivision 60 paddocks) including community water supply ( Farm map available open day). Comfortable house, herringbone cowshed and full range of supporting buildings. Farm owner looking for independent HOSM contractor or Lessee with leading-edge farm management experience, good communication skills, and the ability to interact positively with an absentee owner or owners agent. Position will commence 1 June 2027, terms and conditions of HOSM contract or Lease to be negotiated with successful applicant. Open day to view farm will be held Friday, 16 October 2026 1 pm – 3 pm. Draft HOSM Contract or Lease (by way of tender) will be available at open day. Closing day for lease tenders will be advised at open day and in documents ....

250 cows  29 H/B System 2-3 farm  South taranaki . The successful Contract Milker ·      Knows how to get the best out of grass alongside excellent supplement management. ·      Will have an eye for detail and maintain high standards of stock management. ·      Leads by example, working alongside their team and communicates effectively with all stakeholders ·      Takes pride in their surroundings ·      Is passionate about the dairy industry and being involved in the community. ·      Will have an understanding and ability to work with our industry’s compliance and environmental requirements.

A fantastic opportunity is available to join a well-established, flat coastal dairy farm featuring excellent infrastructure and improvements. You will be employed by the Taranaki Community Rugby Trust (growing community Rugby in Taranaki through farming), supported by a respected committee and an experienced farm supervisor.   In this role, you will oversee and work alongside 1.5 additional labour units. This position offers an exceptional pathway for growth and advancement within the dairy industry. The applicants should be experienced in pasture management, supplement feeding and staff supervision.

An opportunity is available for a motivated and experienced contractor to assist with a range of farming operations across our beef and dairy farms in the Stratford area. The role offers variety, with duties covering general farm maintenance, tractor and machinery operation, animal husbandry and transport. Key duties and experience required: We are looking for someone with competent skills and experience in the following areas: Farm repairs and maintenance Fencing repairs and maintenance Maintenance of farm tracks, buildings and infrastructure Repairs and maintenance of farm machinery and equipment Water line and pump maintenance and repairs Tractor servicing and general mechanical maintenance Tractor operation Weed spraying Fertiliser spreading Teddering and rolling Animal husbandry – Beef Farms Shifting and handling stock Feeding out Weighing and drenching stock General animal...

Herd Owner sharemilker required for a flat fertlie Waimate West dairy farm. 14 aside herringbone cowshed with in shed feeding & seperate AB facilities.  Land is subdivided into 27 paddocks with a central race.  Waimate West Water supplied to all paddocks. Average production past 3 seasons = 48,000 kg MS.  Calves grazed off from December.