13 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.  

An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced and motivated 50:50 sharemilker to join our client's dairy farming operation at Featherston in the Wairarapa. The property comprises approximately 180ha milking platform, with excellent farm infrastructure and strong soils. The farm milks around 500 cows and last year produced 212,000kgMS under a system 3. The farm has 100ha of fixed grid automatic irrigation, productive pastures and extensive shelter. Cows are milked through a 37 a-side bale rotary shed with inshed and molases feeding.  Inputs include PKE, molasses and pasture silage/baleage. The herd is wintered on with R2 heifers returning home early July.  The owners are supportive, forward-thinking and committed to building a positive working relationship with the successful applicant. They are keen to see the right sharemilker establish themselves, grow their business and achieve success on their property. The Herd There is flexibility around herd...

640  cows   I Coastal Taranaki (Opunake) Average Production 285,000 Kg Milk solids ( 445 Kg MS/cow) Modern Systems.  Strong Support.  Career Growth Are you an experienced dairy leader looking for your next challenge on a high-performing, large-scale operation? An exciting opportunity is available for a capable Contract Milker  to lead the day-to-day performance of a 640 cow dairy unit in the Taranaki  region.  Starting On 1st of June 2027, this role offers the chance to join a progressive dairy business with strong systems, modern infrastructure, and genuine long-term career opportunities. Operating a modern 80-bale rotary dairy with Allflex SenceHub Collars technology, you'll work closely with Farm owner and farm advisor  while taking responsibility for the daily management of the farm and team.  With another large-scale dairy unit nearby, there is excellent scope for future growth and progression within the wider business. Key Responsibilities...

Armstrong Farms is seeking an experienced and motivated Contract Milker to manage our well-established, family-owned 650-cow dairy farm near Ōpunakē, Taranaki. We operate two dairy farms and a drystock support block, with a focus on low-cost, efficient farming systems, strong farm performance and well-maintained properties. This is an opportunity for a capable Contract Milker to take responsibility for the day-to-day running of a productive dairy farm, supported by an experienced Operations Manager and wider farming team. The Farm : The 230ha dairy farm milks a high index kiwi-cross herd through a centrally located 40-bail rotary cowshed with a Waikato milking plant. The farm operates a low-cost, pasture-based System 2–3, with a strong focus on pasture utilisation, cost control and sustainable production. The farm is well-equipped with labour-saving technology, including: Allflex SenseHub collars and automatic drafting gate Automatic cup removers &...

We are seeking a Variable Order Share Milker for next Season . Location: Okato, Taranaki. Milking 310 cows, increasing to 380 cows over 3 years.  Production is estimated to increase form 115,000kg/MS to 140,000kg/MS over 3yrs. A recently upgraded 36 ASHB with ACR and an In-Shed feed system. Dairy farm consists of 150Ha effective of rolling/flat contour. A modern 4-bedroom house. School bus at the gate. The Role We're looking for an experienced Variable Order Share Milker to build on the farm's strong performance as the herd grows and production increases. Costs: Labor, motorbikes, and Fuel. Equipment Needed: Motorbikes, including a 4-wheeler; calf-rearing gear; and an optional tractor About You The ideal candidate will: ·         Have good communication skills and be happy to work with the farm owners. ·         Have strong pasture and feed management skills. ·         Have excellent animal husbandry...

The Opportunity We are seeking a motivated Contract Milker to take the reins of our 260-cow dairy operation. This is a System 4–5 farm focused on animal performance. This position features a 24-ASHB shed featuring cup removers, in-shed feeding,  The System You will be operating a feeding regime consisting of a Maize, PKE, and DDG blend, supplemented by grass silage . Performance is tracked via weekly milk monitoring and direct reporting from our farm nutritionist, therefore requiring a contract milker who values data and can execute feed plans. Key Responsibilities • Stock Management: Full oversight of calving, mating, and high-standard animal husbandry to reduce incidents of mastitis and lameness and ensuring cows maintain an adequate body condition score.  • Feed & Pasture: Daily pasture allocation, setting rotation lengths, and managing supplements in alignment with owner and nutritionist guidance. • Calf Rearing: Quality-focused rearing of replacement...

Rare opportunity to secure a large-scale 50:50 sharemilking business in the South Wairarapa. Milking 700-800 cows across a 264ha dairy platform with 116ha of support land and producing approximately 270,000 kgMS, Flaxburn Farm offers an established, well-resourced business with significant scope for growth and performance improvement.  The farm has been system 2, once-a-day for three seasons. This opportunity would suit an established sharemilker or high-performing contract milker seeking the next step into a large-scale farming business with supportive owners and a commitment to continued investment and development. Flaxburn is held within a trust with nearly 70 years of history, providing a stable platform and long-term outlook for the incoming sharemilking business. The goals are to maintain the productive asset, protect people, livestock and the environment, meet regulatory requirements, and preserve the farm’s long-term earning capacity. The farm is supported by a...

Whitehall Farm & Pastoral is seeking a capable, motivated contract milker for a newly purchased dairy farm at Whakamaru. This is an opportunity to lead day-to-day operations and work alongside us to establish a productive, well-run farm from our first season. The operation includes: 277 hectares , milking 800 crossbred cows , with a new herd coming onto the farm. 50-bale rotary with new ACRs, protrack and in-shed feeding to be installed. System 3.5 , targeting 350,000 kgMS in our first season of ownership. Summer and winter crops as part of the farm’s feed programme. An attached 120-hectare dairy support block , negotiable for inclusion in the contract or operation under a separate arrangement. Team and accommodation A team comprising the contract milker plus three full-time staff is required. The property has  good, tidy houses , two with swimming pools and a house for each...

My client offers an awesome opportunity 10kms from Otorohanga. It is a well-developed, flat to rolling fertile farm with 50 bale internal dairy, two homes and excellent infrastructure. The farm is 160 ha effective and will carry around 440 cows. Previous production has averaged around 152,000 kg ms. The farm is run as a system 3 farm with spring calving. The farm has wearables and in shed feeding. You’ll work with the farm owner to operate the farm in an efficient way that will aim to farm profitably and sustainably. The challenge in this job is running a fertile farm, optimising cow nutrition and production. The reward will be supportive farm owner, in an excellent location with good facilities. The ideal candidates will be experienced, have proven modern pasture management skills and be a good communicator.