19 jobs found in Tokoroa

The Assistant Farm Manager is responsible for the day to day operation of the farm which is a milking platform with young stock grazed off after weaning. General responsibility for maintaining stock and farm records.  This is an easy contour farm with 28 aside herringbone shed, in shed feeding. Aiming to calve about 150 cows in the spring with 80-100 autumn calving for the winter. The property is close to Tokoroa with several school choices. Accommodation tidy four bedroom house. No dogs.  We do pre-employment drug testing. The Farm Manager must have more than 3 years NZ experience and have a consistent work history in dairying. They also need to demonstrate good communication and practical dairy farming skills. We encourage involvement in our local community.

WE ARE NOT ACCREDITED, NZ residents only apply! MUST BE DRUG FREE 2 bed farm cottage avail, NOT suited for pets sorry.  Farm is situated 5 min from Tokoroa Township.  Applicants with a partner who's available and experienced with relief milking will be an advantage as there will be plenty of milking's available.  We are a husband and wife team, shed requires 2 people and we will be running 2 herds most of the season.   shed is a 30ASHB with ACR's and in shed feeding. Farm is mainly flat with some steeper paddocks by cowshed.  Roster can be discussed, and can be very flexible, we are thinking 7 on 3 off. work load is not massive and salary will reflect that. Weekend work is only Essential jobs.   duties will include, but not limited to- *Milking twice a day. 6am / 2:30pm.  *break fences *feeding out in paddocks ( Mostly flat )  *Shifting traveling irrigator Must be confident on 2 wheeler, and capable of working alone when required so experience is a MUST. 

Job opportunity: 2 dairy herd managers for the 2025-2026 season.  We milk twice a day. The farm is located in a remote area with less reception. Our contours are hilly to steep requiring all staff to be equally skilled in all aspects of farming.  Duties will include but not limited to  Getting cows in  setup fences specifically according to the contour and grass to allocate correct feed amounts as instructed  sound Knowledge of pasture management   must be able to work in certain patterns within a team as instructed  MUST BE SOMEONE with GOOD TIME MANAGEMENT is top priority  Milking and keeping the shed clean and hygienic to produce high quality milk Weed control and general farm maintenance Experienced in calf rearing and calf health monitoring and treating Experience in riding a 2-wheeler & a 4-wheeler  Following all health and safety policies and help to achieve farm goals You must:  Be honest, reliable and...

We are a well established 230 hectare dairy farm milking approximately 680 cows in Tokoroa, Waikato. The farm operates a moderate feed input system with a strong focus on animal welfare, pasture management, milk quality, and sustainable farming practices. We provide a supportive working environment and modern farming systems. The farm is conveniently located just 15 minutes from Tokoroa town, 1 hour from Hamilton, 30 minutes to Rotorua, 45 minutes to Taupo and 1 hour to Tauranga, offering the benefits of rural living while remaining close to schools, shops, and essential services. This is an excellent location for individuals or families seeking a balance between farming and town amenities. We are a team of 3/4 and looking for another team member that has proven farming experience to add value and become part of our hard-working team. We value hard-work, strong work ethic, honesty, having strong communication and a true work-life balance. A 1 Bedroom self-contained...

We are after a Farm Assistant to join the team as our current farm assistant is finishing up after calving. We are a 650 (peak) cow farm. Milking through a 30 a side herringbone shed with cup removers. Farm is flat to rolling contour. Farm duties include but not limited to Milking Shed/plant cleaning and maintenance Weed control Fencing Effluent management General stock management General R&M This position is until the end of the 2026/2027 season.  The ideal applicant would have NZ farming experience. Must be able to work well in a team and independently. Follow instructions. Able to identify animal health issues. Farm is situated 10mins North of Tokoroa. Please only apply if you are currently living in New Zealand and currently eligible to work in NZ. We are not an Accredited Employer.

Wairarapa Moana Incorporation is one of Aotearoa’s largest Māori-owned farming operations, owned by over 3,000 descendants of the original owners of Lake Wairarapa. With 3,850 hectares in dairy farms milking 12,000 cows, 1,460 hectares in dairy support, and 5,820 hectares in forestry, we are committed to sustainable, values-led growth that reflects our unique legacy and vision for the future. The opportunity – We are seeking an experienced and motivated Assistant Farm Manager (2IC) for one of our 12 dairy units. The dairy unit is ha with 730 cows milked through a 43-bail herringbone.  This role reports directly to the Farm Manager and you will work closely with them to ensure the farm plans and targets are achieved. What you need – To be successful in this role, you will need excellent animal husbandry (lame cow management), pasture and feed management skills and knowledge, experienced tractor skills, excellent communication skills both written and oral....

Wairarapa Moana Incorporation is an innovative and progressive farming business. 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 skilled and motivated Herd Manager to join our team immediately. This role will involve milking and feeding cows, understanding the principles of animal health, good understanding of animal husbandry, pasture management and general farm maintenance. To be successful in this role, you will need to have at least 2-3 years previous experience on a NZ dairy farm and industry qualifications are an advantage . Must have a positive attitude, willingness to learn and enjoy working in a supportive team environment.  If you believe that you have the skills, knowledge and experience to be successful in this role, forward your CV and Cover Letter to our contact person. Our competitive remuneration package includes...

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 an enthusiastic and reliable 2IC or Herd Manager to join our small dairy farming team. This is a hands-on and wide-ranging role working closely with the contract milking couple across all aspects of the family-owned farming operation. The role would suit someone who enjoys looking after and milking cows, and has attention to detail regarding both animal welfare and pasture management. The farm uses utilises Halter technology on the mostly rolling contour and peak milks 500 cows through a 50-bale rotary with in-shed feeding, ACR’s, auto-teatspraying and Protrack drafting. Key responsibilities ·        Work alongside the contract milkers in the daily running of the farm. ·        Carry out efficient, hygienic milking to maintain excellent milk quality with a calm demeanour in the shed. ·        Support pasture management and feed allocation through the use of Halter technology. ·        Operate and maintain farm...

Fulltime farm assistant required for our dairy farm! You will work 11 days a fortnight  as part of the team doing all jobs through the busy spring calving and mating period. The accommodation is one 3 bedroom house to share with our other farm assistant, a young single guy. You must be in New Zealand, and be able to be interviewed on farm to look at the role. We have a good team but need one more person and look forward to the chance to join our team to spread the load. The position starts this month. You must be available to interview in person, and hold a current valid work visa (if not a resident) Contact me the owner, Andrew 0272637396 Or Phillip the farm manager, 027 381 1059

DAIRY FARM FEED & EFFLUENT OPERATOR Near Arapuni | Approximately 1,200 Cows | Predominantly Autumn Calving We are looking for a reliable, practical and experienced farm worker to join our team on a large, predominantly autumn-calving dairy farm near Arapuni, milking approximately 1,200 cows. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys operating machinery, takes pride in doing a job well and is capable of working independently. The Role The primary focus of this position is tractor operation, feeding and effluent management. You will be responsible for ensuring feed is delivered accurately and on time, twice a day, to cows on the feed pads and in the herd homes. You will also take ownership of the day-to-day operation and management of the farm's effluent system. Key Responsibilities Tractor & Feeding • Operate tractors, loaders and feed-out machinery safely and efficiently. • Feed cows twice daily on feed pads and in herd...

We are seeking a someone skilled and proficient in the day to day running of dairy farms to join our team We are a split calving farm, with a planned move to all autumn calving in the next year or two Milking 800 cows through an automated 70 bale rotary with Cow Manager Must have proven track record in communication, attention to detail, milk quality and animal health Ability to operate machinery and load/operate mixer wagon on feed pad is essential. DO NOT apply if you are not a NZ Citizen, we are NOT approved employers

Due to unforseen circumstances, we require a farm assistant to join us on our farm in Okoroire to assist the milking of 400 cows through a 38 bail rotary.  We are 50/50 Sharemilkers on a family farm. You will need to be able to take instructions from our 2IC.  We are looking for someone who has a real interest in farming and someone who can get to the shed on time.  You would need to be confident on a 2 wheel motorbike and some tractor experience would be an advantage.  You would have to have good stockmanship, a calm nature, honest and reliable.  Your duties are, but not limited to:  milking cows, feeding cows, animal health, effluent.  You need to understand health, safety and wellbeing.   You must have a minimum of 6 months dairy farming experience or a L2 or higher qualification in Agriculture. Roster 11/3 Salary $70,000 to $75,000 Contour flat with some steeper sidlings You must have a full drivers license You must be drug free and undergo rgular  random drugs...

Milking : Assist with the milking of 650 jersey cross cows through a 36 aside herringbone shed Calf Rearing:  Feeding and monitoring the health of 250+ calves, and preserving a clean and healthy                                  environment Farm maintenance ; including the up-keep of machinary, fences, waterlines and weed control Stock management : Moving and drafting stock, and setting up of break fences. Machinary Operation : Operating 2 and 4 wheel bikes, and Tractors for the purpose of general farm tasks Health and Safety : Adhere to farm safety protocols, and environmental guidelines 

We are seeking an honest and reliable senior dairy farm assistant to join our team.  Our beautiful farm is located 40 minutes from Tauranga crossing and 10 minutes from Ngongotaha town with great schools nearby.  Milking 650 cows peak through a 50 bail rotary with ACR's and in shed feeding. Team of 3 full time with additional staff over calving. This role requires: honest and reliable team member with good communication skills.  assistance with daily milking and daily farm operations. perform general farm duties, including milking, break fences, maintenance  of farm equipment. ensure cleanliness and order in the milking shed and around farm. be able to identify animal health issues. have good self management skills, work well in a team and alone.  operate farm machinery- 2 wheeler, quad bike and tractor Safely and efficiently  adhere to health and safety guidelines.  1 full season is required,  training will be provided.  This farm is drug free...

Due to our Herd Manager of over 4 years unfortunately being on ACC and unable to return to full time work, we are looking for the right person to fill his shoes. 330 Autumn calving F/Fx cows 100ha 30 aside modern herringbone Cup removers Meal feeders Protrack drafter Cow Manager activity monitors and milk sensors Warm 3 bedroom cottage with heat pump 15 mins south of Matamata Bus service to Te Poi and Matamata schools This position will suit someone who enjoys: working independently and managing their own time well fed, high producing cows good team communication 11 on / 3 off roster Minimum 3 years experience. Must not need accredited employers.   Drug freee. References from our past staff are available on request.

Herd Manager – Dairy Farm (Split Calving) We are seeking an experienced and motivated Herd Manager to join our team on a progressive dairy farm. The Farm:     •    660 cows, split calving system     •    165ha effective milking platform     •    Located Matamata, Waikato     •    Well-established pasture-based system with feed pad     •    Technology-driven operation with a focus on efficiency and performance The Role: You will be responsible for assisting in the day-to-day management of the herd and farm operations, working closely with the farm owner/manager. This is a hands-on role suited to someone passionate about dairy farming and animal care. Key Responsibilities:     •    Milking and shed management     •    Animal health and welfare     •    Pasture management and feed allocation     •    Mating and calving management     •    Record keeping and farm technology use     •    General...

We’re looking for a reliable, hard-working person to join our team. Our business specialises in clearing and removing animal bedding from sheds, so this is a hands-on role involving machinery operation and physical work. We’re looking for someone who: ● Can preferably operate a tractor / skid steer and other machinery ● Is physically fit and comfortable with manual labour ● Has a strong understanding of health and safety and can follow safe work procedures ● Is reliable, practical and has a good work ethic ● Can work well as part of a team ● Holds a current driver licence ● Can pass a pre-employment drug test Experience with farming, machinery or similar physical work would be an advantage, but reliability, safety and a willingness to get stuck in are most important. Competitive pay based on experience.

We have a farm assistant role available. This role will assist with the day-to-day operations of the farm, working closely with the herd owning sharemilker.   We twice a day milk 360 cows on 115 hectares, through a modern 32 aside herringbone with automatic cup removers, on flat land 10 minutes from Matamata. Milking's are fast and efficient. The farm has great infrastructure and is set up with the daily operators in mind.   Daily jobs include but not limited to:   Milk harvesting   Stock handling and work   Tractor work    Weed and pest control   Assistance with general farm maintenance.   We are seeking someone who:    Has a positive can-do attitude   Is quiet with stock   Is a good communicator   Reliable and honest   Keen to learn and develop   Confident on a 2-wheel...