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Harakeke Dairy Limited Partnership is seeking a contract milker for the 2027/28 season onwards milking 720 cows peak on 216ha (204ha eff) through a 54 bail rotary with ACR’s, automatic drafting and in shed feeding. The farm is equipped with pivot irrigation and has a reliable water supply. The property is located 10 minutes from Culverden and a little over an hour from Christchurch airport. The successful Contract Milker ·      Knows how to get the best out of grass alongside excellent supplement management. ·      Will have an eye for detail and maintain high standards of stock management. ·      Leads by example, working alongside their team and communicates effectively with all stakeholders ·      Takes pride in their surroundings ·      Is passionate about the dairy industry and being involved in the community. ·      Will have an understanding and ability to work with our industry’s compliance and environmental requirements. Accommodation: A...

We are looking for a relief milker to help out over the summer period.  We are milking 640 cows through a 60 bale rotary with automatic cup removers.  Extra work on farm may be available for the right person.  Please only apply if you are in New Zealand and able to work in New Zealand.

We are looking for a reliable herd manager to help us finish the season. We must be in New Zealand to be able to apply.  We need someone who is a team player, can take accountability, take pride of his job and have a sense of humor.  Minimum 3 years of experience is required for this job. The jobs for this position include but not limited to milking; identifying mastitis, lame and sick cows; treating mastitis, lame and sick cows accordingly; irrigation; spraying weeds and thistle; keeping the shed tidy and record keeping. Accommodation is provided.

Is technology your thing?? Then make sure you check the farm profile for details of the Farm  We are after someone who looking to join our young team who is punctual and has a good sense of humor to help for 4-5 months over the summer Irrigation season but could become permeant for the right person  the tasks may include Milking Calving Animal Health Irrigation Fencing Tractor driving and feeding out Effluent applications  Weed spraying On farm training will be supported  we do have a self contained sleep out avalible but Lincoln and Leeston are within a 15 mins drive from the farm  Must be willing to do a drug test and have a clean drivers license  Must be eligible to work in NZ and be currently in NZ

Are you an organised, proactive person who enjoys bringing people together and making things happen? Do you have strong relationship management skills and an interest in helping develop the next generation of New Zealand dairy industry leaders? The Grassroots Dairy Graduate Trust is looking for a Programme Manager to lead the coordination and delivery of our established Graduate Programme. Run by farmers, for future farmers, the Grassroots Dairy Management Graduate Programme connects motivated university graduates with leading Canterbury dairy farmers and rural professionals, providing practical learning opportunities, industry connections and a pathway towards dairy business leadership and ownership. About the role Working alongside our dedicated volunteers and industry supporters, you'll take responsibility for the day-to-day management and successful delivery of the Programme. Key responsibilities include: Programme management:...

Contract milking opportunity Waitaki Plains, North Otago The Opportunity An exciting opportunity to lead the day-to-day operation of Twin Terraces, our attractive, well-presented, family-owned dairy farm milking 1,330 cows on the Waitaki Plains. With excellent facilities and a high-performing herd, this role will suit a capable dairy operator who takes pride in their people, pasture management and farm performance. We are looking to build a positive, lasting working relationship. Twin Terraces is a pasture-first property, where pasture quality and utilisation are key to the farming system. The successful applicant will have: Excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to build a strong team and work openly with the farm owners. A proven track record in managing people, livestock, feed and farm systems to achieve strong production and profitability. Strong pasture management skills, with a focus on quality and utilisation. Integrity, attention...

We are taking expressions of interest for an assistant Manager/ Manager position.  1300 cows TAD, leading a team of 6 staff.  Must be experienced and confident leading teams. Solid Dairy experience including leadership and running systems  Excellent tractor skills.  Large herd experience ideal  Cows have collars , experience with Allflex also ideal. Thorough commitment to health and safety. Can do attitude.  Start date negotiable, would consider over Summer start or start of next season.