13 jobs found in Ngatea

600 Cows   I   54-bale rotary shed   I   214 ha   I   1st June 2026   I   Ngatea This is more than just a farm management role — it’s an opportunity to lead within a progressive dairy business with strong values, excellent infrastructure, and genuine long-term vision. What’s on offer: 600-cow operation with a modern 54-bale rotary shed Prime Hauraki Plains location, close to town and within easy reach of Auckland, Hamilton, Tauranga, and the Coromandel Attractive roster and remuneration package, including a four-bedroom house. Ongoing training, development, and career growth opportunities within a wider farming platform Pouarua Farms is a large-scale dairy business near Ngatea on the Hauraki Plains, owned by five Hauraki Iwi: Ngāti Maru, Ngāti Pāoa, Ngāti Tamaterā, Ngāti Tara Tokanui, and Te Patukirikiri. Their investment is grounded in a deep connection to the land and a commitment to building long-term prosperity for their people,...

Dairy Farm Assistant Manager (2IC) Location: Ngatea. we are looking for a top operator (or aspiring to be) Assistant Manager to help us keep our dairy operations running as smooth as fresh cream! The farm is 130ha and we milk through a 50 bale rotary, system 4. 480 cows. What You’ll Do: Support the team in daily operations—think herd care, milking routines, and equipment upkeep. Lead, train, and inspire a fantastic team of farm workers. Keep an eye on herd health, nutrition, and comfort—happy cows, happy farm! Dive into data—track production, feed, and efficiency, and help us keep improving. Work with the team to ensure we’re meeting sustainability goals—because we care about our cows, staff and the planet! Who You Are: You’ve got some farm experience (bonus if you know your way around a milking shed!). You’re a natural leader who thrives on teamwork and communication. You’re organized, adaptable, and excited to get your hands dirty. You’ve...

We are seeking a motivated Farm Assistant to join our team. We milk 640 cows through a 40-aside herringbone shed and need someone with at least six months’ dairy farming experience seeking a long-term role . Key responsibilities include: Milking cows twice daily Feeding calves when required Identifying and treating mastitis Record keeping Vat and plant washing Temporary fencing General farm maintenance Applicants must confidently ride two-wheel motorbikes and quad bikes ; tractor experience is an advantage. We’re after a positive, honest, hardworking team player who is reliable, keen to learn, and takes pride in great results. If you’re dependable and ready to grow your dairy career, we’d love to hear from you. Good on-farm accommodation provided . Roster : 6 days on, 2 days off.

We are looking for a tractor driver/reliable relief milker to join our team on a permanent basis. The role includes: Milking - 2 days per week and covering annual leave. Tractor work - Loading up and feeding out Machinery Maintenance Fencing and other General farm maintenance Setup, move and monitoring irrigators Dairy Farm: Autumn Calving 630 cows split into two mobs (330/300)   230 ha 40 ASHB – with ACR Cup-Removers Feed Pad Halter Milking times: Morning 5:00am - 8:30am Afternoon: 2:30pm - 5:30pm 

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

Several options availiable Drive in 6 milkings per week or Full time Good house availiable  54 bale rotary Must be competent at cupping cows preferably in rotary , farm on town boundary

We are seeking to employ a single Farm Assistant able to start at the end of July 2026. The position is to assist with general farm work including milkings, stock work, tractor driving, weed control and effluent management.  The applicant must be willing to learn and develop their own farming skills with the view to be a herd manager in the future. The farm operates with 3-herds as there are both spring and autumn calving cows. The cowshed is a 50-bale herringbone. 190 replacements are reared annually and farmed on the farm. It is operated as a System-3 dairy with maize & grass silage fed on a fed pad together with PKE and vegetable waste. A knowledge of dairy production systems is preferred. The applicant must have a valid drivers licence. The current team includes an Irishman, New Zealanders and a Filipino.

We’re looking for an experienced Farm Manager with at least 3+ years of ideally New Zealand dairy experience to lead a 850 cow farm in the Morrinsville area. The farm is situated just 30 minutes to Paeroa and Morrinsville , milking through a 50 Herringbone shed. Key Responsibilities You’ll oversee all aspects of farm performance, including: Milking and shed management Animal husbandry and production Animal health monitoring, management, and treatment Pasture and fodder management Breeding, calving, and calf rearing Machinery and equipment maintenance Contractor coordination and management Compliance with regulatory standards Staff supervision and training General farm duties as required Hours and Conditions You’ll work 35 h ours per week On 11 days on, 3 days off  roster Remuneration Wage ranges from $35.59 - $40 per hour Package reflective of experience and proven ability...

We have 1 x Role opening up for the new Season on our Autumn Farm Two of our staff members who've been with us for multiple seasons are progressing into Share Milking and Contract Milking respectively at the end of this season. The core values of our Dairy are Efficiency, Pride, Productivity, Family and Fun.  Experienced and motivated Farm Assistant required to join our farming team. Daily duties to include, but not limited to milkings, operating tractors and implements, loading feed wagons, feeding out on feedpad (up to twice a day), shifting and setting up travelling irrigators, weed control, shed cleanliness and maintenance, calving, mating etc. We are after someone who will hit the ground running and is reliable, honest, good at following directions, strong work ethic and can use their own initiative. You will have at least two years NZ dairy farming experience. We use Protrac, Pasture-Io, C-dax pasture Sleigh, CowManager etc, so an understanding of farm...

We are seeking a reliable Farm Assistant to join our dairy farming operation.  Duties include milking, animal health, feeding, fencing, cleaning, and general farm maintenance.  Applicants should have a positive attitude, good communication skills, and willingness to work as part of a team.  Previous dairy experience of at least 6 months or a degree qualification is essential.  A strong work ethic and commitment to animal welfare, effluent management and health & safety are required. Must pass a drug test. 

We are looking for a reliable Dairy Farm Assistant to join our team Duties include: Milking twice a day Shifting and feeding cows Fencing and weed control Calving and calf rearing Shed cleaning and setup identifying and alerting managers to sick cows operating farm equipment  all general farm duties  What we are looking for  Positive attitude and willingness to learn Good work ethic and reliability ability to work early mornings, weekends and public holidays as required Able to pass a pre employment drug test No criminal convictions Have a drivers license Have good machinery skills You must hold NZ Residency to apply for this job

We are seeking a Hardworking and Trustworthy Farm Assistant to join our team of 3 , the applicant must have a positive attitude with a genuine desire to be in this role . Position Location  Taupiri Waikato  Milking 550 cows twice daily  40ASHB shed  Role responsibilities  Milking Vat and Plant wash  Lameness and Mastitis identification Shed Hygiene Teat spraying and Refilling of teat spray  Basic Maintenance , i.e replacing inflation's and claw tubes when needed , general farm work  Hours and Roster We are estimating this to be 40 hours a week and plan to use a 12 on 2 off roster   House  2 Bedroom house is available with the role References We would like you to please supply 2 references along side your  CV 

We have a position available for a Dairy Farm Assistant on a 550-cow farm in the Manawaru area, milking through a 30 Aside Herringbone shed. Experience is preferred but not required for this role. You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested and developing including: - Milking twice a day - shifting cows and feeding  - fencing, weed control - calving, calf rearing - shed cleaning and setup - identifying and alerting managers to sick cows - Setting fences - and other general farm duties. Weekly hours are a minimum of 30 and a maximum of 35. Since farm work is dependent on a number of unknown factors like weather and animals, any hours worked beyond the agreed maximum in a fortnightly pay period will be paid   at the agreed overtime rate.   The schedule may vary; Roster will be 12 days on, 2 days off throughout the year.   Salary is $ 48,880 per annum. Candidates are required to provide good related...