7 farm assistant jobs found

·        Ensure the effective operation of all aspects of the milking process, including plant hygiene and somatic cell count, to maintain grade free standards. ·        Assist with any feed planning or the management of as appropriate. ·        Implement animal health programme to maintain good health. ·        Assist with calving and the calf rearing programme to achieve minimal losses and ensure high quality replacements are available for the herd. ·        Ensure all herd records are maintained. ·        Assist to manage repairs and maintenance schedule for all plant, machinery and infrastructure. ·        Ensure all relevant company policies are understood and adhered to. ·        Record Management Applicant must have a good work ethic and right attitude. 8/2, 8/3 and 6/1 during calving rosters Training is provided, no experience or qualification required, 1 yr exp or a relevant qualification is preferred. Applications...

Douglas Farms (ITR Ag Ltd) is seeking a motivated and committed Farm Assistant / Herd Manager to join our progressive dairy operation based in Whangārei. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive, well-established team focused on high standards of animal care, farm performance, and workplace culture. Our farm can milk up to 550 cows through a 36-bale rotary - and operates with fully integrated Halter technology, reducing the need for traditional break fencing and stock movement by motorbike. This position is ultimately a fixed term role to May 2027, but could be longer term (for the right person). The proposed start date is from 1st Nov 2026, however flexibility is available for the right applicant. Roster The role operates on a double rotation roster: 8 days on / 2 days off (Tuesday & Wednesday) 8 days on / 3 days off (Friday, Saturday & Sunday) This provides a three-day weekend every third weekend and five days...

PLEASE do not apply if you aren't in New Zealand . We are not accredited so also don't apply if you have an accredited employer visa  Our current 2ic has stepped up and is now manager. We are looking for someone to support him . You must be able to efficiently milk , be aware of animal health issues and treat them, be able to pass a shed inspection and be competent in completing dairy dairy. Minda, halter . You also must be able to  drive a tractor on hills, (dairy platform is mostly flat/rolling) feed out,  and able to carry out general farm maintenance. We are an organic, regenerative farm also with 200 head of beef. Organic experience is not necessary but would be an advantage .Animal health and pasture management are priorities (using halter ) owners are not on farm so you must be reliable and able to work without supervision . The job comes with a 2/3 bedroom barn/house with a separate garage and shed  . We pay power ,sim card and Internet too . We are 12 mins from...

Assistant Farm Manager Dargaville, Northland | Ideally starting January 2027. Take the next step in your dairy farming career on a System 5 farm milking 300 autumn-calving cows, located within a 10-minute drive of Dargaville. Work with some of Northland’s highest-producing cows, with the opportunity to progress into a manager or Contract Milker role for the right candidate. What we offer ·         Salary commensurate with experience. ·         A four-bedroom house included. ·         A flexible start date, ideally January 2027. ·         Potential progression to a manager or Contract Milker role. ·         Relief milking (up to full time during calving and mating) available for a partner. About you You will be able to demonstrate at least three years’ experience on New Zealand dairy farms and be familiar with: ·         Milk harvesting and shed hygiene. ·         Tractor/Machinery operation. ·         Supplementary feeding on a...

2IC – 500 COW OAD DAIRY FARM | NORTHLAND Position starting January / February 2027 We are looking for an experienced, reliable and motivated dairy farmer to join our team as 2IC on our 500-cow dairy farm in Northland. This is a great opportunity for someone confident working with cows, who enjoys taking responsibility and wants to be an important part of a progressive and well-organised farming operation. THE FARM 500 cows 220ha Dairy Farm  Once-a-day milking all year round Split-calving system – approximately 350 autumn-calving and 150 spring-calving cows 40-aside herringbone cowshed Automatic drafting gate SenseHub collars for herd monitoring and management Modern farming systems and technology Good team environment 3-bedroom house available on farm 11 days on / 3 days off roster THE ROLE The 2IC will work closely with the farm owner and play an important role in the day-to-day running of the farm. The successful applicant...

Assistant Manager (2IC) required for our 480 cow OAD farm with runoff near Awanui. We are looking for someone: -With the relevant Visa or residency/ citizenship.  -At least 2 full seasons experience on Nz farms.  -Somone who wants to grow in the role and is committed to the Dairy industry.  -Great team player to work alongside our manager and other staff.  -You don't need to be an expert but we do need good skills around milking in a herringbone shed, tractor operations, animal health knowledge and general farm maintenance.  If this sounds like you, we would love to receive you cv with references.

Dairy Farm 2IC – Ready to Step Up? Te Kōpuru, Northland | 300 Cows | Autumn-Calving Herd Looking for your next step in dairy farming? We're looking for a capable, motivated person to join our 300-cow dairy farm near Te Kōpuru as our 2IC. You'll work directly alongside the owner, helping with the day-to-day running of the farm and taking responsibility when required. We're open to an experienced 2IC or a strong dairy assistant who's ready to step up, take on more responsibility and develop their skills. Why You'll Like Working Here A roster you can plan around – 10 days on, 4 days off throughout the year, including calving. Flexible milking routines – twice-a-day milking for around seven months of the year, with a more flexible approach for the remainder of the season. A four-bedroom house – on-farm accommodation with plenty of space for you and your family. Modern technology – Halter collars and virtual fencing to help...