4 contract milking jobs found

Please note This is a RENT IN MILK (This role is for someone who can work in return for the value of house rent) position. Not suitable for someone on employer specific work visa or someone who wants a fulltime work. Milking in Herringbone shed, bringing cows, winding up fence, weed spraying and helping out staff with other farm duties. We want someone who enjoy working with animals, friendly, with sense of humor. We expect him/her to look after the house as well. Ability to ride two-wheeler is a must. This opportunity probably suits someone who got fulltime working partner and want to stay close to the town. If you think this is something you were looking for, send us a CV with reference. Thanks

Start ASAP... You must already be in NZ. We’re looking for someone experienced, confident, reliable and honest. You will work in a small team of four, including the Farm Manager, Farm Assistant. casual staff, and the owners. The 550 cow, Spring calving Dairy Farm consists of a 195ha milking platform and a 36ASHB with in-shed feeding. Located 2mins from Te Kauwhata. Excellent employment package, including good remuneration, education opportunities, a tidy one bedroom house, and a 9:2/7:3 roster with 6:1 over calving. If you’re a keen motocross rider we have a track on the farm, or if you enjoy horse riding you’re welcome to have your horse on farm and utilise the arena!! We look forward to seeing your CV! Email; [email protected]

Job Title: Herd Manager, 2IC – FIXED TERM (Calving Support) Location: Dunsandel, 20 minuts to Rolleston, 35 minuts to Christchurch Contract Type: Fixed Term (Calving Season) Start Date: [July] End Date: [september] About the Role We are seeking an experienced Herd manager or (2IC) to join our dairy farm team on a fixed-term basis to support operations during the busy calving period. This is a hands-on role requiring strong leadership, excellent stockmanship, and the ability to work efficiently under pressure. You will work closely with the Farm Manager to ensure smooth day-to-day operations, with a strong focus on animal welfare, team coordination, and productivity during calving. We milk through 40 bail rotery ACR Protrac and Auto teat spray Key Responsibilities Assist the Farm Manager in daily farm operations Lead and support staff in milking routines and general farm duties Manage calving...

Temporary Dairy Farm Assistant Location: Darfield,  Fixed-Term (21 July 2026 to - end of September / Mid-October 2026)   Roster: 5 days on, 2 days off – Friday Saturdays off About the Role We are seeking a reliable, motivated, and hardworking Temporary Dairy Farm Assistant to join our team for the busy calving period. Our 1150-cow property is located just outside of Darfield. This is an efficient, high-performing farm utilizing modern infrastructure. You will work alongside an experienced, supportive team of 5 to maintain high standards of animal welfare and milk quality during this critical seasonal period.   Key Responsibilities Milking: Assist with efficient milking in our modern 60-bail rotary shed equipped with an ACRs In-shed Feeding, Protrack drafting system. Feeding: Manage and monitor the automated in-shed feeding system during milking routines.   Animal Health: Identify mastitis or lameness, draft stock using Protrack, and assist with...