25 dairy assistant jobs found

Assistant Manager / 2IC Galatea, BOP - immediate start Our client is seeking an Assistant Manager / 2IC for their autumn calving property located in Galatea, BOP. The 256 effective hectare property operates as a Dairy NZ system 2 - 3, milking 340 cows through a 30 ASH with in-shed feed system and automatic cup removers. Young stock are reared and grazed on farm for part of the season and a range of crops are grown including maize, turnips and lucerne. The position reports to the Farm Manager and as part of a team of two, this allows an opportunity to get hands on experience at variety of dairy farming tasks. As the 2IC, you will also be required to step up and be responsible for the daily operation of the dairy unit on a regular basis. This role requires prior dairy farming experience, the ability to drive a tractor and operate a side by side are essential. Tidy, single accommodation is available if required. All applicants must be NZ citizens and...

Dairy Farm Assistant – Riverton Pastures Limited Riverton Pastures Limited is seeking a motivated, reliable, and positive Dairy Farm Assistant to join our team on a well-established dairy farm in Temuka, South Canterbury. This is a full-time fixed-term role through to the end of the season, with strong potential for ongoing employment for the right person . You’ll gain valuable experience in a high-performing farming environment and continue to develop your skills. About the Farm 340ha milking platform, 1,200 cows Modern 60-bale rotary shed with ACR, Protrack, and in-shed feeding Ideally located between Timaru, Temuka, and Pleasant Point What We Offer Competitive hourly rate: $25–$30/hour (depending on experience) High-standard accommodation 6 on / 2 off roster for good work-life balance Modern facilities and well-maintained equipment Supportive team environment with opportunities to learn and progress The Role You’ll work as part of a team...

Full-Time Farm Assistant – Fixed Term (Calving Season)   We are looking for a motivated, reliable, and hard-working Full-Time Farm Assistant to join our team for the upcoming calving season.   We milk 340 cows through a 40-aside herringbone shed on a 172ha dairy farm, with an additional runoff block located 3km away.   This is a fixed-term position from mid-July until the end of September, with the potential for ongoing casual work beyond this period for the right applicant.   The successful candidate will be reliable, hard-working, and willing to learn. They will be comfortable working independently, have good stock sense, and enjoy being part of a supportive team. Previous dairy farming experience is preferred, and tractor experience would be an advantage.   Job duties include:   Milking and shed hygiene Assisting with day-to-day farm duties General farm maintenance Tractor work Stock work and...

We are seeking a reliable and motivated Dairy Farm Assistant to join our team. Advertising for fixed term but may lead to a permanent position   This is a hands-on role supporting the day-to-day operations on the dairy farm. The successful candidate will have a strong work ethic, a commitment to animal welfare, and the ability to work effectively as part of a team. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Assist with milking operations and general dairy farm duties. Monitor and maintain high standards of animal health and welfare. Identify and report animal health concerns promptly. Operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment safely and efficiently. Assist with feeding, stock movements, fencing, and pasture management. Follow all farm health, safety, and biosecurity procedures. REQUIREMENTS Minimum 2-3 Years experience. Proven ability to operate farm machinery and equipment safely. Strong understanding of animal health and welfare practices. Valid New Zealand...

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 someone with enthusiasm to join our team, above all we would love to work with someone who is honest and reliable with a positive can-do attitude. You would be joining a team who really care about what we do and how we do it. We run a very tidy well organized farm, we really care for the animals and enjoy getting great results in a stress free, positive working environment. We can provide comfortable housing also. Roster and hours of work are negotiable. We look forward to hearing from you.

MUST BE IN NEW ZEALAND. We are looking for experienced Farm Assistant to work on 850 cows farm with 54 bail rotary shed, ACR, in shed feeding, pro track. You will be working on rotational basis. Duties will be: • Milking: Assist running the milking shed efficiently while maintaining milk quality and shed hygiene. Assist with cleaning and maintaining the milking plant and farm dairy equipment and reports any faults to Contract milker. • Animals: Assists with moving and handling animals safely including newly calved cows and young calves. and observes and reports on wellbeing of all stock. Assists with mating management as directed. • Feed: Controls weeds. Sets break fences and feeds out as directed • People: Works well with others, building a strong team culture. • Machine, Vehicles and Technology: Safely uses and maintains vehicles on farm as directed by on farm policy. • Health, safety and wellbeing: Involved in building a health, safety and wellbeing culture. Models farms health,...

Farm Assistant – 630 Cow Dairy Farm (Edgecumbe Area) We are sharemilkers looking for a reliable and motivated Farm Assistant to join our team on a well-run 630 cow dairy farm. About the farm: 630 cows 40 ASHB cowshed Flat, easy contour farm Good systems in place and a tidy operation About the role: This is a hands-on role suited to someone with at least 1 full season dairy experience who is keen to learn and grow within the industry. You’ll be involved in all aspects of the day-to-day running of the farm including milking, animal health, feeding, and general farm duties. What we’re looking for: Reliable and shows up ready to work Positive attitude and willingness to learn Good work ethic and takes pride in their work At least 1 season dairy farming experience Able to work well in a team and independently What we offer: Competitive pay based on experience Older 3-bedroom house provided Opportunity to develop your skills and...

WE ARE NOT ACCREDITTED EMPLOYERS, PLEASE ONLY NZ RESIDENTS APPLY !!! PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU CURRENTLY LIVE IN NZ! WE DO NOT DO SPONSORSHIPS. All applicants applying out of country will not be considered.  we will be conducting interviews on suitable candidates during the application period. Farm Assistant / Senior Herd Manager Start date is  Flexible for the Right Applicant We are looking for a motivated and reliable Farm Assistant or Senior Herd Manager to join our team of 4 on a dairy farm located 10 minutes from Methven. The Farm 900 cows milked through a 60 bail rotary shed 351ha dairy platform Flat farm Team of 5 staff including us. What We Offer Flexible days off roster Average 40 hour week salary package (negotiable based on experience) Shared accomodation 2bedroom 2bathroom house with fireplace can be fully furnished if needed Close to Mt Hutt Ski Field Supportive team environment What We’re Looking For Minimum Restricted Driver Licence Dairy...

Temporary Farm Assistant – Calving Season (North Otago) We're looking for an experienced farm assistant to join our team on a large-scale 1,200-cow dairy farm at Maheno, North Otago, from now through to the end of December. This role has come up due to an unforeseen off-farm injury to existing staff, and is a temporary/seasonal position covering calving, with potential to lead into full-time work for the right person. About the role: Immediate start Fixed term through to end of December, with genuine potential for ongoing full-time work depending on fit Full-time hours, calving season demands (early starts, flexibility around cow/calf welfare needs) Pay based on experience What you'll be doing: Calving duties — assisting cows, calf rearing and feeding, calf health monitoring General dairy farm work as required (milking, animal health, farm maintenance) Working alongside our existing farm team What we're looking for: Farming/dairy experience...

Located 2km to Te Awamutu, this 'floating' position will be covering 3 smaller farms of 260, 300 & 150 cows.  Two farms are next to each other and one is a little further away.  The cowsheds are all herringbones from 16-26 a side. This will be a full time position, primarily on the 260 cow farm over calving, then covering the Farm Managers RDO's and other work over the 3 farms.  The position is stated 'fixed term' but will be until 31 May 2027.  We are seeking an experienced farmer with the right skills & ability to join our various farm teams.  Having great animal husbandry & being quiet & calm with the cows, good tractor experience and all general farm skills are a must, as is having the ability to use initiative, follow instructions, and at times work unspervised.   We are NOT an accredited employer.  As the house is only a 2 bedroom, the position will only suit a single, a couple, or a couple with 1 or 2 small children.  If you are living in NZ and are a...

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.

Imagine Tomorrow with Us | Ata whakaarohia tō āpōpō At Fonterra Te Mātāpuna, we want everyone to feel they can be themselves.  Whether you're early in your career or ready for your next step, Fonterra offers a unique opportunity to grow with a global dairy co-operative that values care, collaboration, and contribution.  Owned by New Zealand dairy farmers and supported by a dedicated team, we are all working together to create a better future. Imagine tomorrow with us, where your career can grow, and you can create positive change. About us | He kupu mō mātou Based in Longburn, only 5 minutes’ drive to Palmerston North, Longburn Farms is made up of two dairy farms and two support blocks.  Thornton Park Farm is a predominantly flat farm of 200ha milking platform and an 80ha support block which boundaries onto the Manawatu river.  Neighbouring Thornton Park Farm is our Innesmoor Farm, which is a largely flat farm of 130ha which milking 350 cows though a 32 a side...

We are looking for a reliable and motivated Calving Season Assistant to join our dairy farm team from 1st August until mid-October , with the possibility of longer work if needed. This is a short-term seasonal role during our busy calving period and would suit someone who has an interest in dairy farming and is willing to learn. The role will involve: Picking up and caring for calves Feeding calves General farm work Helping with other day-to-day farm jobs as required Experience in dairy farming would be an advantage, but it is not essential. We are happy to hear from someone with a great attitude who is reliable, a quick learner, physically fit, and able to follow instructions. Good English communication skills are important. If you are hardworking, willing to learn, and available from 1st August through the calving season, we would be keen to hear from you.

Farm Assistant We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced person to fill a farm assistant role on a 660 cow operation located 10 minutes from Te Aroha. Start date is immediate We require a clear & clean police history, no drug history, and no health issues that will affect your ability to perform active or physical farm work. The farm policy does not permit smoking or vaping and employment terms provides for regular drug testing. The successful applicant: ·        Will have at least 6 months' dairy farming work experience, preferably with small and large ruminants. ·        Must be literate and numerate. ·        M ust be able to work well as part of a team. ·        Must be able to work unsupervised and solve problems on their own. ·        Will preferably have a current NZ drivers licence. The job involves assisting management to carry out general day to day farm duties including rearing of young stock, break fencing,...

The role requires experience dealing with milking ,Mastitis treatment ,lame cow treatment and managing a herringbone shed and a good knowledge of animal welfare and shed hygiene. The dairy farm is situated close to Rangiora and Kaiapoi

🐄 Farm Assistant – Milking 1250 Cows (60-Bail Rotary, ACRs, Protrack) Location: Rerewhakaaitu Position: Full-time Farm Assistant Start Date: negotiable 🚫 Please note: This position is not accredited and we are unable to support visa applications. Applicants must currently be living in New Zealand with the legal right to work. We’re looking for a motivated Farm Assistant to join our friendly team on a progressive dairy operation milking 1,250 cows through a 60-bail rotary shed equipped with ACRs and Protrack . 🧑‍🌾 About the Role You’ll be part of a team of 6 helping to ensure efficient, high-quality milk production and excellent animal welfare. Daily tasks include: Milking in a modern 60-bail rotary shed (ACRs, Protrack) Animal health checks and assisting with treatments Shed hygiene and milk quality monitoring Feeding, calf rearing, and general farm duties Moving and feeding stock (including tractor work if experienced)...

We are looking for a Farm Assistant We are based on the Kaikoura Flat, a short 5 minute drive from Kaikoura township. We milk 700 cows through a 60 bail rotary, with twice a day milking for most of the year. The milking shed has recent technology including, Protrack, ACR’s, automatic teat spray, SCC and milk monitoring capabilities. We are targeting a driven individual that wants to develop themselves, with support of our experienced farm management team. Key aspects- ·        All aspects of milk harvesting and cleaning in the shed ·        Able to use technology such as halter ·        Identifying sick or lame cows ·        Safe use of equipment such as tractor feed out wagons ·        Control of weeds and farm maintenance The role comes with a 5 and 2 roster, and a competitive salary. The ideal candidate will have some experience on a dairy farm in New Zealand. References required. If currently not able to work please do not apply

Manage the day-to-day care and welfare of the dairy herd. Carry out milking efficiently while maintaining high milk quality and hygiene standards. Monitor animal health, identify sick or injured animals, and administer basic treatments or report issues promptly. Assist with calving Move stock safely between paddocks and assist with grazing management. Operate and maintain milking equipment and farm machinery safely. Maintain farm facilities, fences, water systems, and general farm infrastructure. Keep accurate records of animal health, milk production, treatments, and farm activities. Follow all farm health and safety policies and maintain a clean and safe work environment. please email your cv to [email protected]   please don't apply from overseas    No visa support available

ONLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR CANDIDATES IN NEW ZEALAND NOW We're looking to add another reliable and trustworthy Farm Assistant to our team, pretty much immediately.  Our junior staff member has moved on to his next step, which as created a vacancy in our team.   We are milking 600 cows twice-a-day (TAD) starting in mid-August, and will reduce this to once-a-day (OAD) in summer sometime. The dairy shed is spacious and modern; well-equipped with ACRs, in-shed feeding, SmartWash, and a hydraulic backing gate. The other gear on the farm is well maintained and fit-for-purpose. (More info is available in the farm/business profile) A private bedroom in 1 of our 2 on-farm accommodations will be made available to the successful applicant.  This is to be a service tenancy made available as a shared accommodation for the Farm Assistant to occupy with other Farm Assistants.  Both homes are warm & dry & modern. They also have stunning views of Mount...