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500 cows    I    190 ha    I    Otaua    I    36 ASHB    I    1st June 2027   An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced and commercially minded 50:50 Sharemilker to partner with the owner of Hauturu Farm Limited, a well-developed dairy operation located at Otaua.   The successful applicant will bring the experience, energy and business capability needed to operate a productive dairy business while building a positive, respectful and transparent working relationship with the farm owner and wider team.   The Farm Hauturu Farm Limited comprises 190 effective hectares of mixed-contour land (40ha of flats, 150ha of rolling) and operates a System 3 farming model.   The farm supplies to Fonterra and is currently milking approximately 480 cows, on target to reach 230,000 kgMS for the 2026/27 season.   Incoming Sharemilker will bring 500 spring calving friesen cows.   The farm owner is committed to the continued development of the property, with...

125,000 kg MS | 250 Cows | 95 Effective Hectares For the first time in more than 20 years, the owners of this highly productive Stratford dairy farm are offering a genuine herd-owning 50/50 sharemilking opportunity. Achieving 125,000 kg MS in 2025/26 from 250 Friesian and Friesian-cross cows on 95 effective hectares, this well-developed property provides a proven platform for an ambitious sharemilker looking to build and grow their business. The Farm 95 effective hectares currently milking 250 Friesian and Friesian-cross cows Three-year average production of 112,000 kg MS with125,000 kg MS achieved in 2025/26  Predominantly System 3 operation 30-aside herringbone with in-shed feeding, automatic cup removers and ClusterCleanse  Summer turnip crop Approx. half the herd wintered off-farm All young stock grazed off-farm from May to May Infrastructure Significant investment has been made in the property, including:   Brand-new effluent system with land...

Wairau Valley - near Blenheim We’re looking for an experienced and reliable Farm Assistant to join our team on a large-scale dairy operation milking .This role would suit someone with 2–3+ years’ dairy farming experience who is confident working independently, takes pride in their work, and is keen to be part of a hardworking, supportive team. The Role Day-to-day responsibilities will include: Milking and general cowshed duties Bringing cows to and from the shed Feeding out and confident tractor operation Setting up, shifting and maintaining K-Line irrigation Identifying and assisting with sick, lame or injured stock General stock work and animal health Fencing and general farm maintenance Assisting with other day-to-day farm operations as required About You We’re looking for someone who: Has at least 2–3 years of practical NZ dairy farming experience Is capable and confident milking cows Is...

Lead machinery and infrastructure operations on a large, progressive dairy farm. Apatu Farms is a leading Maori agribusiness recognised for scale, performance, and operational excellence across Hawke's Bay. We are focused on people, productivity, and continuous improvement, operating a diverse range of horticultural, agricultural, and dairy enterprises. Our Plantation Dairy is a high-performing operation milking up to 1,800 cows through a modern 60-bale rotary, supported by a skilled team, quality infrastructure, and a commitment to doing things well. We are seeking a Machinery & Farm Operations Lead to take ownership of machinery, irrigation, effluent, and infrastructure operations across the farm. This is not just another tractor driving role. It's a hands-on leadership position where you'll plan, coordinate, and deliver key farm operations while leading a team of two machinery operators and setting the standard for performance, organisation, and equipment care....

We are looking for Herd manager to assist with running our 630 cow farm in Culverden. You main duties will be milking, cleaning cowshed, fencing, feeding calves, weed control, riding motorbike and other farm duties. One year of NZ dairy experience is a minimum and lvl4+ ITO qualification or similar Agriculture training is compulsory. Our candidate must be physically fit as manual work and heavy lifting may be required and be ready to wake up at 4am and work after 5pm if circumstance requires (with regular breaks). You also need to be ready to work weekends and holidays as required per your roster. Accommodation on farm provided so you need to have your own reliable transport due to the remote location of workplace. Weekly hours will be between 40-60 depending on part of the year. Pay is accommodation included. Sorry, no pets allowed.

We are searching for an enthusiastic and motivated farm assistant to join our team of 5 on an 1100 cow dairy farm located 10 minutes from Rakaia, 20 minutes from Rolleston which both provide excellent access to amenities and social/sports clubs and facilities. Ashburton, Methven and Christchurch are also within 40 minutes of the farm.  Key Responsibilities include: Milking cows efficiently in a 54-bail rotary with ACR's and auto teat spray. Animal health monitoring. Assisting with calving, calf rearing, and mating. Assisting with daily feed allocation. 2-Wheel motorbike operation. Fencing and weed control, Following milk quality and shed hygiene protocols. Health and Safety reporting. Assisting with effluent application. We are looking for an individual who meets following criteria: - Physically fit and healthy  Minimum of 1 years' experience  Ability to multitask  Honest  Punctual   Positive, can-do attitude...

We are currently in our 17th year of share milking on our beautiful 244 Ha farm located just minutes from Kumara Junction and only 13 mins to Greymouth. Being a husband-and-wife team, we are very family friendly, and we love to get our 3 beautiful daughters involved on the farm when they have time.   On that note, although we are needing an assistant farm manager, we are the kind of people that don’t really put too much emphasis on titles as we are a team and we all pitch in, however we do need someone who has at least 3 to 4 years’ experience in the industry so that you can manage the farm when we want to take some time off.  Essential skills that you must possess to be successful in this role are pasture management, tractor driving, producing the highest quality milk, animal husbandry, drenching/vaccinating, identify and treat mastitis and lame cows, reliable, honest and hardworking.   Treat the farm as if it is your own.  In return we offer a competitive salary...

Milking - Manage efficient and hygienic milking routine.  Follow procedure to produce high quality milk.   Animals - Manage safe handling of animals, report any health and welfare issues as per farm policy.  Manage the moving and handling animals safely and observe and report on wellbeing of all classes of stock.       Feed - Set break fences and feeds out as directed.  Manage pasture and crop weed control and learn about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops.    Environment - Manage dairy effluent systems operate and how effluent affects the on-farm environment and be aware of regional council requirements and their responsibilities to comply with these.    People - Manage and work well with others, building a strong team culture.  Develop an understanding of what makes a good farm team, and how their actions affect the wider team.    Machine, vehicles, and technology - Manage the safe use and maintenance of vehicles on farm as directed by on...

Key task Manage a peak milking herd of approximately 1,400 cows through a modern 50-bale rotary shed with automatic cup removers and teat spraying. well-designed 346 ha farm, including 104 ha in a pie-shaped layout and the remaining area divided into convenient 7–8 ha square paddocks. Responsibilties Carry out all animal treatments and health management in the shed, ensuring cows receive the correct care and treatment. Manage pasture rotation and grazing to maintain good pasture utilisation and feed availability. Take responsibility for effluent management and ensure the system is operated safely and effectively. Complete fencing repairs and maintenance around the farm. Carry out spraying, weed control and topping as required. Assist with general farm maintenance and day-to-day farm work to keep the farm running efficiently. Maintain high standards of animal welfare, farm presentation and safe work practices. Experience & Reporting A minimum of 3...

Located near Te Awamutu, we are a system 3-4 farm milking 750 cows through a 50-rotary. We are progressive in our farming practices, have modern facilities & machinery, and have good on-farm systems. We are seeking experienced (minimum 3 years) Assistant Herd Manager to join our team who have a passion for working with animals, have good communication, and are keen to progress in the farming industry, including undertaking Primary ITO studies. The position of assistant herd manager is designed to assist the farm manager in the overall running of the farm. 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; - the ability to identify mastitis, lame cows, and generally sick cows - setting fences - effluent spreading and learning how the system runs; - being able to follow instructions, communicate, and work as part of a team....

Keen to be part of something new and exciting? We’re looking for a motivated Herd Manager to join our team 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 milking cows, animal health and feeding allocation with high attention to detail in the cow shed. If you take pride in doing a job properly and want to keep lifting your standards, you’ll fit right in. The farm is located 15 minutes East of Asburton through a 80 Bail Rotary shed. (Auto teatsprayer, Halter and protrack) 2 years experience or a qualification Level 4 or above relevant to agriculture required . Must be capable tractor operator and must be able to do rotorainers Understands and takes responsibility for daily tasks such as running of the dairy, effluent management and feeding. Completes tasks with minimal supervision and...

we are looking for a skilled, experienced and motivated assistant farm manager(2IC) who can assist the farm manager with daily operations of the farm. Who is ready to take on responsibility, leading the team and overseeing the farm when manager is away. successful applicant must have; have good understanding in pasture and feeding good stockmanship and animal health knows how to delegate and manage the daily jobs effluent management knows to operate bikes and tractor and implementing basic maintenance maintaining good shed hygiene able to lead the team  The farm is 15 minutes away from Gore and 5 minute away from Riversdale. The farm has 2 sheds 50 bale and 54 bale, both sheds is rotary with acr and protract. the successful applicant will be overseeing the 50 bale shed alongside with farm manager and will be milking 550 cows together with 2 other team member. If you believe that you have the skills, knowledge and experience to be successful in this role,...

Herd Manager wanted to lead a team of 3 on a 750 cow farm near Balfour. 60 bail rotary with in-shed feeding, auto cup remover and auto draft. You must have at least 2 years of New Zealand dairy farming experience, understanding of the basic animal health and pasture management, willingness to learn, attention to details and a can do attitude.

Milking - Manage efficient and hygienic milking routine.  Follow procedure to produce high quality milk.   Animals - Manage safe handling of animals, report any health and welfare issues as per farm policy.  Manage the moving and handling animals safely and observe and report on wellbeing of all classes of stock.       Feed - Set break fences and feeds out as directed.  Manage pasture and crop weed control and learn about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops.    Environment - Manage dairy effluent systems operate and how effluent affects the on-farm environment and be aware of regional council requirements and their responsibilities to comply with these.    People - Manage and work well with others, building a strong team culture.  Develop an understanding of what makes a good farm team, and how their actions affect the wider team.    Machine, vehicles, and technology - Manage the safe use and maintenance of vehicles on farm as directed by...

Please specify the following: Current visa conditions If you are currently overseas If you are applying on behalf of someone else We are looking for 1 dairy Herd Manager to join the team on our Dairy 3 Split calving Dairy Farm milking 1550 cows in Temuka. *Job description: General farm duties will include but are not limited to: -Twice a day Milking: Morning and afternoon milking. Assists in efficient and hygienic milking routine. Start times are 3:30am and 1.30pm daily. -Feed: Controls weeds. Set up break fences. Assist with pasture management as directed by Farm Manager.  -Animals: Assists in the safe handling of animals, reports any health and welfare issues as per farm policy. - Team responsibilities: Contribute to an effective team working environment. Works well with others, building a strong team culture. -Environment: Assists with effluent and water management as directed by farm policy. -Health, safety: Comply with farm Health and Safety policies and...

Please specify the following: Current visa conditions If you are currently overseas If you are applying on behalf of someone else We are looking for 2 dairy Farm Assistants to join the team on our Split calving Dairy Farm milking 1850 cows in Temuka. *Job description: General farm duties will include but are not limited to: -Twice a day Milking: Morning and afternoon milking. Assists in efficient and hygienic milking routine. Start times are 3:30am and 1.30pm daily. -Feed: Controls weeds. Set up break fences. Assist with pasture management as directed by Farm Manager.  -Animals: Assists in the safe handling of animals, reports any health and welfare issues as per farm policy. - Team responsibilities: Contribute to an effective team working environment. Works well with others, building a strong team culture. -Environment: Assists with effluent and water management as directed by farm policy. -Health, safety: Comply with farm Health and Safety policies and...

To assist the owner milking 260 split calving cows,maintaining farm ,and machinery,weed control,fence repairs,we are a small herd system 3 going to 3 in 4 milkings after mating ,so sleep in every second day,location is kokopu 10 mins out off Whangarei,would suit a older man or young couple with out kids as house availible is just a 2 bedroom  one,not employer accredited sorry.

Farm Assistant - Intensive Dairy Goat Operation An exciting opportunity is available for a motivated and enthusiastic Farm Assistant to join a well-established intensive dairy goat operation located near Shannon in the Horowhenua. This role is ideal for someone who has a genuine interest in dairy goats, enjoys working with livestock, and is looking to develop their farming career within a progressive dairy goat business. Key Responsibilities Assisting with daily milking operations Rearing and caring for kid goats Monitoring animal health and welfare Feeding and stock management Maintaining excellent shed hygiene and cleanliness standards Cleaning and maintaining farm equipment and facilities Following farm health, safety, and biosecurity procedures Supporting all aspects of the day-to-day farm operation Use of heavy farm machinery including large tractors, loaders and mixer wagons. What We're Looking For Motivated, enthusiastic, and...

We require an honest reliable farm assistant to join our team in Southland. Previous experience preferred. Duties include but not limited to Milking: Assists with efficient and hygienic milking routine Animals: Assists in safe handling of animals, records, reports and treat, any health issue   Feed: Controls weeds. Sets break fences and feeds out as directed. Environment: Assists with nutrients, effluent and water management People: Works well with others, building a strong team culture Machinery Vehicles and Technology: Safely uses and maintains plant and farm vehicles. Pay rate is $26 - $28 per hour. Minimum of 30 hours per week guaranteed. Applicants must have a criminal free record and current drivers licence. We have a strict health and safety policy and candidates may be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. Please apply with a current CV and 2 work related references

A fantastic opportunity is available for a dedicated and passionate Dairy Farm Assistant to join our team at Culverden for immediate start. Situated in the scenic Amuri Basin, just a short 10-minute drive from Culverden township, our farm milks 900 cows using a modern 50-bale rotary cowshed with cup removers, Protrack drafting, SenseHub Collars and inshed feeding systems. Our farm is equipped with top-tier infrastructure, including pivot irrigation, ensuring optimal conditions for both the cows and our team. We value a strong work ethic, punctuality, and teamwork. You’ll join a tight-knit team where collaboration and knowledge sharing are key, and we take pride in fostering a supportive environment where our staff thrive. In return for your dedication, we offer a competitive salary (negotiable based on experience), favorable work schedules (with an 11-on, 3-off roster), and the option to rent a fully furnished 1 bedroom "single-person" cottage (not really suitable for families)....