2 farmhand jobs found

FIXED-TERM FARM ASSISTANT – ACC COVER We arelooking for a reliable and capable person to join our team on a fixed-term basis, covering for a staff member who is currently off work on ACC. Farm consists of contract milker, relief staff and working along side farm owners on a daily basis TAD   350-cow dairy farm Kaiwaka We Are looking for someone who is confident around cows, reliable, has a good work ethic and can get stuck into all aspects of day-to-day dairy farming. The role will include: • Milking • Animal health and stock work • Feeding and shifting cows • Break fencing and pasture management • General farm duties and maintenance • Keeping the shed and farm tidy • Working as part of the team to keep the farm running smoothly What we’re looking for: • Previous dairy farming experience preferred • Confident handling cows • Reliable and punctual • Good attitude and work ethic • Able to work independently when required •...

We milk 420-430 Friesian cows through a new 50 bale rotary shed, located 5 minutes east of Eltham. We require someone who is passionate about farming and who is keen to learn more about the industry.  This position is a fixed term position, finishing 30 May 2027, to cover an absent employee. You will be required to undertake and be involved in general farming duties including milking, dairy hygiene, weed control, animal health, feeding out and general maintenance. You must be honest and reliable, and have excellent time management skills. Our team is made up of 3 full time workers (employer included). Time off will be every second weekend. Any experience level will be considered, and wage will be based on experience. If you are interested, please send us your CV with at least 2 referees that we can contact. Must be a New Zealand Citizen and currently living in New Zealand to apply.