5 farm assistant jobs found

We are looking for a farm assistant to help us run day to day operations of a 330 cows dairy farm. 32 herringbone shed with automatic cup remover. Experience is preferred but training can be provided for the right person.  Its a Halter farm so no fences or following cows.  Please apply with 2 references.  Its a drive in position. Farm is located 5-7 minutes from Inglewood and no accommodation available on farm. 

Position available for Farm worker/Assistant on 240 cow Dairy Farm in Inglewood. Duties include milking, calf rearing and general farm duties. Some experience preferred. Full Licence required. Drive in position or house available.

Due to unforeseen circumstances our small family farm requires a farm assistant to support us this coming season, starting with calving time in August 2026.  Having run the farm over the past eight seasons as a husband & wife duo (plus kids), we're looking for someone to support us in the running of the dairying operation. Consisting of a range of typical dairy farm duties/jobs; including, but not limited to, milking sole-charge, able to work independently, operating a four-wheel motorbike, putting up fences etc. Hours ranging from 20-40 hours per week. Flexible hours and days to suit, and as available. Flexible milking times; last season start 7am, and afternoon milkings 4pm.  This position is a drive-in position. Located approx. 15 mins from Winton & 20 mins from Invercargill. Must have New Zealand Driver's License. Must currently reside in New Zealand and hold a current visa/residency/NZ citizenship. Experience in dairy farming required, working at least...

We are currently looking for an Assistant Manager to join our Sheep Milking Farm. This year we plan to milk 850 ewes and carry 150 Beef Cattle. We are a busy farm located minutes from Te Awamutu with lots of variety. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is looking to try out the sheep dairy industry. The following skills are required: • A strong understanding of pasture management and feed budgeting skills • Experience in dairy milking methods, milking processes and shed/plant hygiene standards • Practical experience in fencing, weed spraying, effluent/irrigator use • Feeding out • Handling animals • Knowledge in animal welfare • Strong experience with farm machinery including motorbikes, tractors, feed out wagons or farm utility vehicles and ability to conduct farm maintenance including mowing • Ability to keep accurate records • Excellent communication and management skills • Minimum of 3 years dairy farm experience The key tasks for the role...

Responsible for maintaining and repairing farm equipment while assisting in daily farm operations. Duties include preventive maintenance, troubleshooting machinery, milking, calf rearing, tractor operation and general farm work. Skilled in health and safety practices, equipment handling, teamwork and time management. Reliable, hardworking and adaptable in fast-paced farm environments.