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Drive in Farm assistant. No accommodation. Must already be located locally. Farm assistant for owner/operator 110 cow jersey herd with once a day morning milking in Sefton, North Canterbury. Entry level job. Duties include milking & yard clean up, calf rearing, stock work(during calving), shifting stock fences, general farm duties as required. Milking & tractor experience is preferred but not essential (training can be provided for the right person), motorbike skills & confidence when handling livestock is essential. Must be reliable, have own transport & car license, physically fit, keen to learn/try any task when asked,  a good temperament working with livestock is essential. Hours are by negotiation but would be generally 25 hours per week minimum. Fall between 7am to 3pm Monday to Saturday inclusive. Fixed term contract early August through to mid-December, contract could be extended for the right applicant if needed. Due to time pressures we will only...

Position Title:   Relief Milker Location: Edendale  Employment Type:   Full-time, Fixed-term (Peak Season Visa) Hours of Work:   Minimum 30 hours per week , with additional hours as required during peak seasonal demand. Position Purpose The Relief Milker is responsible for carrying out daily milking operations and assisting with the care and management of dairy cattle to ensure high standards of animal welfare, milk quality, and farm efficiency. The role provides essential support during the peak calving and lactation period and works under the direction of the Farm Manager. Key Responsibilities Milk dairy cows using modern milking equipment and follow correct milking procedures. Prepare the dairy shed before milking and complete cleaning and sanitising procedures after each milking. Identify and report cows showing signs of illness, injury, mastitis, lameness, or other health concerns. Assist with animal health treatments as directed,...

We are looking for a dedicated and reliable calf rearer to join our team for the 2026 season. This is a hands on role where you will play a part in giving our calves the best possible start. You will be responsible for ensuring excellent animal welfare, maintaining high hygiene standards and raising healthy, thriving calves. The farm is situated between Dunsandel and Hororata, milking 880 cows. We will be rearing around 225 replacement heifer calves, 60 beefies as well as bobby calves. This role will be from the end of July until the start of October. RESPONSIBILITIES Training calves on feeders Tubing newbies as they come into the shed Feeding young calves Monitoring calf health and identifying issues early Cleaning pens, feeding equipment and work areas Assisting with other duties as required WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR Previous calf rearing experience in preferred but not essential A genuine passion for animal welfare Good attention to detail and...

We are seeking a reliable, motivated, and experienced Relief Milker to join our team.  We pride ourselves on running an efficient, high-standard operation with modern systems, a positive working environment, and a team that genuinely looks out for one another. Key Responsibilities Milking Operations: Carry out morning and/or afternoon milkings efficiently while maintaining exceptional milk quality and hygiene standards. Shed Management: Prepare the cowshed before milking and ensure the plant, yards, and equipment are thoroughly washed down and maintained afterward. Stock Management: Safely and calmly bring cows to and from the shed. Animal Welfare: Monitor herd health during milking, identifying and reporting any issues like lameness or mastitis immediately. Health & Safety: Adhere to all farm safety protocols and maintain a clean, tidy workspace. What We Are Looking For At least 6 months of experience milking on a...

Calving Season Relief Milker (Fixed-Term) Join Our Team We are looking for a reliable and motivated Calving Season Relief Milker to join our team on a modern 600-cow spring-calving dairy farm in the Manawatū. This is a fixed-term position to provide additional support during the busy calving season. The role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with livestock, takes pride in producing quality work, and wants flexible employment within a supportive team environment. Whether you're an experienced relief milker or looking to further your dairy farming career, we'd love to hear from you. About the Role This position is fixed-term for the duration of the calving season, with an anticipated finish at the end of November 2026 (or by agreement), when seasonal staffing requirements reduce. You will work alongside an experienced team, helping ensure the farm continues to operate efficiently during our busiest time of the year. Key...

After 2 solid seasons our awesome 2IC was offered his next career step which has open an opportunity on our K Road Farm, but his late notice has left us with a gap to fill. K Road farm has an experienced and competent Farm Manager and a young and enthusiastic team, we are just missing an amazing 2IC / Herd Manager to help them out. We are flexible with how this role is structured, so happy to look at fixed term if you are wanting to keep your options open for next season....... About the farm: K Road farm is located on the stunning shores of Lake Taupo’s western bays approx. 20 min from Turangi. Milking 1250 cows, it runs a low input, fully self-contained system with a focus on pasture and plantain. This farm is well set up, with an easy flat contour. Excellent primary schooling is available locally with the school bus stopping at the farm gate. A three-bedroom family home with extensive views is available to the successful candidate. This role will also appeal to...

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...

Enthusiastic Calf Rear & relief milker Needed for 900 cows! Calf rearer/ relief milker – 2026 / 27 Season Beautiful farm Great Team  Keen to be part of something rewarding ?  We’re looking for a motivated calf rearer to join us for the 2026/27 season on our farm where culture, performance, and people genuinely matter. We’re a supportive, positive team who enjoy the work we do and look out for each other — but we’re also serious about farming well. We have high expectations when it comes to animal health and having high attention to detail in the calf shed. If you take pride in doing a job properly and want to keep lifting your standards, you’ll fit right in. What you can expect: A fun, respectful, and well-organised work environment Clear systems and expectations Supportive employers who value good communication Opportunities for extra work within the business A farm set-up with a focus on efficiency and best practice with amazing...

We are looking for an enthusiastic individual with a strong work ethic to join our team of 4 in late July, or early August.  Key things we are looking for: Positive attitude Keen to learn Has demonstrated a strong ability to work in a team environment and individually Good communicator Clean living habits - no drugs, non-smoking Work is available for up to three months.  Your own vehicle is essential - the nearest town is 35min away.  Shared accommodation is provided - you will have your own bedroom but share a house with one other employee. As employers, we are keenly involved in our business and enjoy seeing our team flourish in their work environment.  We provide a supportive and welcoming culture and are keen to educate and develop the people we employ.

We require someone to assist us on our 450 cow autumn calving farm in Pihama. 40 bail rotary with cup remover, in Shed feed, feedpad and mixer wagon. Start asap, could be a full time or part time position. Also would consider a full time couple. To join husband and wife team and one other labour unit. We take great pride in feeding our cows well and in return we get great production and healthy cows. On farm training can be given where needed. General farm duties include milking,  weed control, machinery maintenance, animal health and stock feeding. 

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 on the lookout for a reliable drive-in Sheep Milker, located in Tahuna, Waikato. Milking alongside one other in a herringbone shed.  Morning and afternoon milkings on a Sunday, Monday and Tuesday (3 days a week fixed for 3-4 months). Sheep experience not necessary.  If this is something you think you might be interested in, get in touch.

We are looking for a reliable Relief Milker to join our team from November 2026 until the end of the 2026/27 dairy season. The successful applicant will cover milking shifts while permanent staff are on annual leave, attending training, or carrying out other essential farm duties. The role includes milking cows, preparing and cleaning the milking shed and equipment, bringing cows to and from the milking shed, monitoring animal health and welfare, maintaining high standards of milk quality and hygiene, and carrying out general dairy farm duties as required. Requirements Physically fit and capable of carrying out manual farm work. Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team. Willing to work early mornings, weekends, and public holidays on a roster. Committed to maintaining high standards of animal welfare, milk quality, hygiene, and health and safety. Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Good communication skills and a...

We are looking for a reliable and motivated relief milker/farm hand to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with animals, takes pride in their work and is happy to help wherever needed on the farm. Previous dairy experience is preferred. Key responsibilities: Milking cows efficiently while maintaining high milk quality standards Bring cows to and from the shed  Assisting with animal health and general stock work  Keeping the shed clean  General farm maintenance, weed control and other farm tasks  What we are looking for: Honest and reliable  Able to work independently and as part of a team Good communication skills  A strong work ethic and positive attitude Accommodation may be available for the right applicant.

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.

We are looking for someone to come in and cover milkings through the 2026/27 season so staff are able to have annual leave and get other jobs done around the farm during milking hours. We run a split calving system so milkings are all year round and consistent.  54 bail rotary with cup removers and automatic teat spray so is just one person milking. There will be someone to help with herd change overs and when the red mob comes through so you arent left to yourself. There is always someone outside loading or doing other jobs that if you have an issue you can call on. The role will include both morning and afternoon milkings within our 7:2, 7:2, 7:3 roster There is the opportunity over the summer for extra work like weeds but this isnt guaranteed. This would suit either a drive in person if you have your own accommodation, or we do have a SINGLE person living complex that is available. The living complex comes with a living area including little kitchenet, a small...

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...

🐄 Calf Rearer Wanted – Spring 2026  🐄 We're on the hunt for a motivated and reliable Calf Rearer to join our team from 23 July 2026 through to mid-October located just 3 minutes from Sheffield. About the Role; You'll be responsible for rearing approximately 130 replacement heifer calves from birth through to weaning. This is a lead calf rearing position with the support of other on farm staff on busy days. Our calf system is straightforward and well set up: - All calves receive their first feed via tube feeding - Calves are then transitioned onto an ad-lib feeding system once they are trained on feeders. - Straw, Meal and fresh water all available in their pens and are checked/refreshed/topped up daily. The farm will calve 630 cows total. What We're Looking For; - Good common sense and a genuine care for animal welfare - Reliable and organised - Able to work independently while communicating well with the team - Previous calf rearing experience...

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,...