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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...

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...

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.

🐄 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...