13 farm assistant jobs found in Rotorua

Farm Assistant Wanted – Ngakuru, Rotorua Fixed Term: Early October 2026 – End of May 2027 Are you currently in New Zealand on a Working Holiday Visa and looking for an authentic Kiwi dairy farming experience? We are seeking a reliable, motivated Farm Assistant to join our team for the season! Located in Ngakuru , just a 25-minute drive from Rotorua , you’ll be close to geothermal wonders, mountain biking trails, and lakes while gaining hands-on farming experience. Key Responsibilities Milking: Milking cows twice daily. Calf Care: Feeding and caring for calves. Cowshed Duty: Hosing down and maintaining a clean dairy shed after milkings. General Farm Work: Assisting with day-to-day farm tasks as required. Requirements Visa Status: Must currently be in New Zealand with a valid Working Holiday Visa. Age: 21+ years old. Solo Applicants Only: Position is for single applicants (no couples, due to accommodation...

Farm Assistant Wanted – Ngakuru, Rotorua Fixed Term: Early October 2026 – End of May 2027 Are you currently in New Zealand on a Working Holiday Visa and looking for an authentic Kiwi dairy farming experience? We are seeking a reliable, motivated Farm Assistant to join our team for the season! Located in Ngakuru , just a 25-minute drive from Rotorua , you’ll be close to geothermal wonders, mountain biking trails, and lakes while gaining hands-on farming experience. Key Responsibilities Milking: Milking cows twice daily. Calf Care: Feeding and caring for calves. Cowshed Duty: Hosing down and maintaining a clean dairy shed after milkings. General Farm Work: Assisting with day-to-day farm tasks as required. Requirements Visa Status: Must currently be in New Zealand with a valid Working Holiday Visa. Age: 21+ years old. Solo Applicants Only: Position is for single applicants (no couples, due to accommodation...

Entry-Level Farming Position  Requirements ·         Some on-farm skills and knowledge would be helpfull. ·         Riding a motorbike ·         Driving ·         Stockmanship skills ·         Proficient English ·         Milking cow experience Main Duties ·         Milking cows twice per day 350 cows 40aside shed with acrs and shed feeding ·         Hosing down and maintaining cowshed hygiene ·         Repairs and maintenance ·         Temporary fencing ·         Stockwork in the cowshed and paddock ·         Lifting items up to 30kgs ·         Fuelling vehicles and cleaning equipment ·         Any ither on farm labour duties that may arise The position requires you to start Early October.  Only applicants with working holiday Visa will be considered. 

NZ CITIZENS ONLY PLEASE About the farm The property was converted to dairy from forestry in 2019, with extensive thought put into the layout and infrastructure. the cowshed is a fully automated 60 bail rotary,  with inshed feeding along with a feedpad, we milk 1050 cows TAD year round from August - May. the farm is equipped with cow manager so knowledge of this would be beneficial but not essential. we run a simple system, where nobody milks more than once per day to get out on the farm. Machinery is of a high level, along with excellent shedding and housing.  We feed winter and summer crops to achieve being self contained with all young stock remaining on the property. the home available is a 4 bedroom brick home, double garage with internal access, fireplace with wetback, ensuite off master bedroom. the farm belongs to a larger corporate entity, so opportunities for growth are limitless What we are looking for 2+ seasons experience ability to ride...

At Grasslands, we farm together for better. We’re proud to be building a culture where people, pride, and performance come together to create lasting value for our communities, shareholders, and each other. Grasslands Waikato is currently looking for an experienced Farm Assistant on our farm that  is 355 effective hectares of predominately flat to rolling contour, with a few steeper sidling’s, milking 1000 cross bred, spring calving cows through an 80-bail modern rotary cowshed.  The model is pasture based, the shed has in shed feeding facilities, and the farm is equipped with all modern machinery required to run the property effectively. The farm is situated 20 mins drive from the township of Tokoroa which offers a wide range of facilities and shopping options together with several schooling options.  Rotorua, Tauranga and Taupo are all within an hour’s drive of the farm. So, what are we looking for?   We are looking for a Farm Assistant who: - ·         Has...

We are looking for a reliable and motivated Farm Assistant to join our team. This role will suits someone who enjoys working with animals, takes pride in doing a job well, and can work as part of a team in a busy farm environment. What we offer 5 on, 2 off roster for most of the season 3 on, 1 off roster during calving Work in a 50-bale rotary shed Modern farm technology including: Automatic cup removers Automatic teat spray Protrack drafting system Key duties Milking and shed operations Animal health and general stock work Calving assistance during the calving season Cleaning and maintaining the dairy shed and equipment Feeding and general farm duties Assisting with pasture and farm maintenance as required What we’re looking for A strong work ethic and positive attitude Good animal handling skills Ability to work early mornings and flexible hours during busy periods Ability to work well independently and as...

Join Our South Waikato Farm Team! A great mid-season opportunity has opened up for a motivated, experienced Senior Farm Assistant to join our team on our South Waikato dairy farm.  This role suits someone with a great attitude who can confidently assist with day-to-day farm operations and work well alongside the Operations Manager/Equity Owner and our 2IC and relief staff. About the Role: As a Farm Assistant, you will be involved in a wide range of daily farm tasks, including: Milking in a 40-aside herringbone shed with ACR, CowManager, and System 5 feed pad Assisting with animal health, cow treatments, and general stock care Feed mixing and feeding out Effluent application using RainWave and cannon systems Supporting calving operations during Spring and Autumn General farm and shed maintenance to keep infrastructure and equipment in good condition We are a split-calving farm with an autumn-heavy focus , and animal welfare is...

Wairarapa Moana Incorporation is an innovative and progressive farming business and an equal opportunities employer. Our vision and values are to nurture our people, place and future. Our portfolio includes a large, dairy farming operation covering over 5,500ha in the Mangakino district. We are seeking a motivated Farm Assistant to join our team immediately.  Experience in dairy farming and animal management skills preferred.  We are seeking a motivated Permanent PART TIME Farm Assistant to join our team immediately.  Experience in dairy farming and animal management skills preferred. DRIVE IN ROLE. This role will involve milking, operating farm machinery, animal husbandry, farm maintenance and pasture management. Applicants must have previous experience, a positive attitude and willingness to learn.  Minimum guaranteed hours per week are 44. If you believe that you have the skills, knowledge and experience to be successful in this role, forward your CV and...

About the Role We are looking for a reliable, motivated and experienced Assistant Herd Manager to join our dairy farming team on our 420-cow farm in Mihi, Reporoa. The farm operates with Halter technology, and the successful applicant will work closely with the Herd Manager and farm owners to maintain high standards of animal care, pasture management and day-to-day farm operations. This is a hands-on position suited to someone who enjoys working with cows, takes pride in their work and is keen to develop their dairy farming skills. Key Responsibilities Assist with the day-to-day management of the 420-cow dairy herd. Assist with milking and ensure cows are handled calmly and safely. Monitor animal health, welfare and condition. Assist with calving, mating and other seasonal herd management activities. Identify cows requiring attention and report health issues promptly. Assist with young stock and calf management when required. Help with pasture management, shifting cows and feed...

Do you love farming and want to grow your career in the Primary Sector? Do you have pride in yourself and in your work? Do you like starting your day early and working as a team? Then we would love to hear from you! We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic farm assistant to join our Lakeview team. This is an exciting role that covers all aspects of farming from milking, fencing, calf rearing and other general farm duties. While some experience is preferred, a good attitude and willingness to learn is just as important as full training can be provided. What we need from you: Be physically fit, enjoy getting up early and working outdoors Respectful with good communication skills  Desire to learn and develop Someone who works well in a team and with animals  What you will get from us: Competitive remuneration package - negotiable depending on experience. 100 hour working fortnight with overtime paid beyond that. 6:2 Roster all year....

Feed Production Management • Assist with any feed planning or the management of as appropriate. • Assist to manage weeds and pests to maintain pasture and crops. • Milking • Ensure the effective operation of all aspects of the milking process, including plant hygiene and somatic cell count, to maintain grade free standards. Effluent • Operate and maintain the effluent system on your farm to all regional council compliance requirements and the employer’s additional standards. • Maintain all appropriate effluent management records. • Know what to do when things go wrong. Animals • Implement animal health program to maintain good health. • Assist with calving and the calf rearing program to achieve minimal losses and ensure high quality replacements are available for the herd. • Ensure all herd records are maintained. Business • Work with the Dairy Farm Manager to contribute to Farm Business Plan. • Assist to manage repairs and maintenance schedule for all plant, machinery and...

We are looking for a new team player to help us succeed on our 650cow dairy farm! Thank you for taking the time to look further at our position. Our current 2ic has had to travel overseas at short notice. The farm is located on SH5, equally between Tirau, Putāruru and Rotorua in the Waikato. 15mins to each town. Experience is essential and the ability to demonstrate competence in New Zealand dairy farming tasks is key requirement! Examples of this are running a NZ dairy plant and complete milkings, doing lame cows with knifework, Competent on 2 wheeler motorbike and tractor, Some involvement with pasture management and feed calculation. Usually will have completed 3 or more years fulltime on a nz dairy farm. We are interested in your desire to learn, to play as a part of the team, and have a can do positive attitude. You will mainly be overseen by the farm manager, but also interact with the family farm owners. All applicants will be asked to provide a CV, for current...

we are looking for experienced and motivated Assistant Manager for next season. Minimum two year experience or Level-4 qualification in any field is required for this position. Assistant Manager will be responsible for running the day to day operation in the absence of contract milker.   You should understand and takes responsibility for daily tasks such as running of the dairy, effluent management and feeding. completes tasks without any supervision and can supervise and train other staff. Looks for opportunities to work more effectively and efficiently to improve the business. Duties and Responsibilities: Milking: Understands and implements efficient milking practices and keep the far dairy clean. Hygienic: Record health treatments and solve milk quality problems. Animals: Diagnoses common ailments and treat accordingly. competent in all aspects of calving and matting. Feed: Implement best practice for pasture, crop and supplement management for optimal quality and...