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ZR
26/05/2026
Permanent - Full Time
Farm Assistant
Z & R Hobart contracting ltd Hamurana, New Zealand
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...
Closing date for Applications:
25/06/2026
Farm Assistant
Position Start Date:
01/06/2026
4O
20/06/2026
Permanent - Full Time
Senior farm assistant
42673 Okato Ōkato, New Zealand
Senior Farm Assistant – Dairy Farm (Okato, Taranaki) We are seeking a motivated and experienced Senior Farm Assistant to join our team on a well-established 360-cow dairy farm near Okato . This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to take on additional responsibility and work within a modern farming operation. About the Farm 360-cow dairy operation Modern 38-a-side herringbone cowshed Utilising Halter monitoring technology Supportive working environment Three-bedroom house available to rent About the Role Start Date: 20 July The successful applicant will be involved in all aspects of the dairy farming operation, including: Milking and animal husbandry Pasture and feed management Calf rearing and stock work Farm maintenance Assisting with day-to-day farm operations Leading and making sound decisions when the farm owner is absent Requirements Applicants must: Have a...
Closing date for Applications:
27/06/2026
Assistant Manager (2IC) Farm Assistant
Position Start Date:
20/07/2026
CD
14/06/2026
Permanent - Full Time
Senior Farm Assistant
CHR Dairy Ltd Lichfield, New Zealand
Senior Farm Assistant   We are seeking an energetic person that takes pride in their work and has a passion for the industry to join our team. We are contract milkers for Trinity Lands and require a strong candidate who is looking for an exciting opportunity to work alongside us. You will have the ability to step up, and aid in the smooth running of the farm whilst maintaining high standards in our absence. We are looking for someone to start as soon as possible. The farm is conveniently located in Lichfield, 10 minutes from both Tokoroa and Putaruru.  The farms run on an autumn calving system, and w e peak milk 650 cows through a 40 aside herringbone shed on 163 ha of flat contour with some steeper areas.  The shed is equipped with automatic drafting gates coupled with Cow Manager ear tags. Cow Manager is used as a tool to help make decisions around animal health, mating and nutrition which has revolutionized our daily operations. The farm is...
Closing date for Applications:
30/06/2026
Assistant Herd Manager Farm Assistant Farmhand Herd Manager
Position Start Date:
01/07/2026
09/06/2026
Permanent - Full Time
Assistant Dairy Farm Manager (2IC)
Omakau
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated 2IC to join our team on a progressive dairy farm in Central Otago . This is an excellent opportunity for someone ready to step into a leadership role, working alongside experienced operators in a supportive environment with strong systems and high stock performance. The Role Working closely with the Farm Manager, you will assist with the daily operation of the 850 -cow dairy farm , contribute to team supervision, and support animal welfare while developing your management and technical skills. Key responsibilities include: Milking and shed management Feeding, stock movements and animal health monitoring Training and supervising staff when required Machinery operation and maintenance Effluent and pasture management Supporting farm compliance and health & safety processes Halter / shed technology About You We’re looking for someone who: Has previous dairy...
Closing date for Applications:
03/07/2026
Assistant Manager (2IC)
Position Start Date:
17/08/2026
09/06/2026
Fixed Term Permanent - Full Time
Assistant Herd Manager
Methven, New Zealand
WE ARE NOT ACCREDITTED EMPLOYERS, PLEASE ONLY NZ RESIDENTS APPLY !!! PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU CURRENTLY LIVE IN NZ! WE DO NOT DO SPONSORSHIPS. All applicants applying out of country will not be considered.  we will be conducting interviews on suitable candidates during the application period. Assistant Herd Manager Start date is  Flexible for the Right Applicant We are looking for a motivated and reliable Farm Assistant or Senior Herd Manager to join our team of 4 on a dairy farm located 10 minutes from Methven. The Farm 900 cows milked through a 60 bail rotary shed 351ha dairy platform Flat farm Team of 5 staff including us. What We Offer Flexible days off roster Average 50 hour week salary package (negotiable based on experience) 2bedroom 2bathroom house with fireplace  Close to Mt Hutt Ski Field Supportive team environment What We’re Looking For Minimum Restricted Driver Licence Dairy farming experience preferred Positive attitude and strong work ethic...
Closing date for Applications:
09/07/2026
Assistant Herd Manager
Position Start Date:
20/07/2026
09/06/2026
Fixed Term Permanent - Full Time
Farm Assistant
Methven, New Zealand
WE ARE NOT ACCREDITTED EMPLOYERS, PLEASE ONLY NZ RESIDENTS APPLY !!! PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU CURRENTLY LIVE IN NZ! WE DO NOT DO SPONSORSHIPS. All applicants applying out of country will not be considered.  we will be conducting interviews on suitable candidates during the application period. Farm Assistant / Senior Herd Manager Start date is  Flexible for the Right Applicant We are looking for a motivated and reliable Farm Assistant or Senior Herd Manager to join our team of 4 on a dairy farm located 10 minutes from Methven. The Farm 900 cows milked through a 60 bail rotary shed 351ha dairy platform Flat farm Team of 5 staff including us. What We Offer Flexible days off roster Average 50 hour week salary package (negotiable based on experience) 2bedroom 2bathroom house with fireplace  Close to Mt Hutt Ski Field Supportive team environment What We’re Looking For Minimum Restricted Driver Licence Dairy farming experience preferred Positive attitude and...
Closing date for Applications:
09/07/2026
Farm Assistant
Position Start Date:
20/07/2026
Da
08/06/2026
Permanent - Full Time
Farm assistant/senior herd manger
Dan Invercargill, New Zealand
PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU CURRENTLY LIVE IN NZ! WE DO NOT DO SPONSORSHIPS. All applicants applying out of country will not be considered. Thankyou. Farm Assistant / Senior Herd Manager (Invercargill) Immediate Start (Flexible for the Right Applicant) We are looking for a motivated and reliable Farm Assistant or Senior Herd Manager to join our team of 6 on a dairy farm located 10 minutes from Invercargill. The Farm 800 cows milked through a 44 ASHB shed 330ha dairy platform, 600ha total operation 500 head of young stock (R1 & R2 cattle) Flat farm Team of 6 staff What We Offer 11 days on, 3 days off roster Average 55-hour week salary package (negotiable based on experience) 2bedroom house with heat pump  Close to Ōreti Beach Supportive team environment What We’re Looking For Minimum Restricted Driver Licence Dairy farming experience preferred Positive attitude and strong work ethic Ability to work well within a team and independently  Tractor experience is...
Closing date for Applications:
08/07/2026
Farm Assistant Farmhand Herd Manager Milk Harvester
Position Start Date:
08/06/2026
03/06/2026
Permanent - Full Time
Production Manager (2IC) - Totara Dairy
Corporate farm (Westport, New Zealand)
THE OPPORTUNITY Are you an experienced senior farm assistant looking for the next step in your farming career, or you may have already been in a similar role, either way - this Production Manager (2IC) leadership opportunity at Totara Dairy could be the ideal opportunity for you. Join this supportive and friendly team who all work well together, as 2IC you will also work closely with the Farm Manager.  You will help to implement farm plans and take on a degree of responsibility for feed allocation, animal health and breeding and animal records.  You will also be happy to muck in and support the team where needed. On the Farm Managers Day off, you will take responsibility for the team, ensuring everything runs smoothly. THE FARM   Totara Dairy is a high-performing, well-established farm just ten minutes from Westport. Set across 480 effective hectares, we milk 1,100 cows through a modern 60-bale rotary shed equipped with milk hub technology, automatic cup removers, and...
Closing date for Applications:
03/07/2026
Assistant Manager (2IC) Production Manager
Position Start Date:
10/07/2026
02/06/2026
Permanent - Full Time
Dairy Farm Assistant
$26.00 - $30.00 hourly
South Road, Hāwera 4672, New Zealand
Milking: Assists in efficient and hygienic milking routine. Follows procedure to produce high quality milk. Carries out milk harvesting tasks as directed and is developing correct skills to milk efficiently and safely. • Helps set up dairy prior to milking and on time. • Milks cows efficiently and safely, as directed. • Uses backing gate well. • Teat sprays well. • Marks cows well. Understands factors that affect milk quality, and the reasons for regulations around milk quality safety. • Understands the cost and implications of grading milk and high somatic cell counts. • Helps manage ‘dirty cows’. • Implements dairy hygiene requirements. Assists with cleaning and maintain the milking plant and farm dairy equipment and reports any faults to senior staff. • Understands how the milking system works, so as to identify and report when things are not working correctly, such as the milk pump. • Can use specialist equipment e.g. drafting system • Cleans yard, plant, and...
Closing date for Applications:
02/07/2026
Farm Assistant
Position Start Date:
15/07/2026
3M
31/05/2026
Permanent - Full Time
Farm Assistant-Entry Level Here Manager
36215 Marchwood Ltd Multiple farms (Oamaru, Otago Region, New Zealand)
arm Assistant – Dairy Farming Opportunity We are looking for a motivated and reliable Farm Assistant to join our team on two progressive dairy farms milking a total of 2200 cows. This is a great opportunity for someone wanting to further their dairy farming career while working within a supportive team environment and modern farming systems. About the Farm Two dairy farms, 1100 cows each Autumn calving and winter milking systems Halter farming technology Supportive management team and staff Progressive and well-resourced farming operation you will be based on just one farm however  The Role The Farm Assistant will work alongside management and senior staff helping with the day-to-day running of the farms. Duties include: Milking and shed operation Animal health and identifying issues early Feeding and general stock work Assisting with pasture management and feed allocation Calf rearing support during calving General farm...
Closing date for Applications:
30/06/2026
Assistant Herd Manager Farm Assistant Herd Manager
Position Start Date:
22/06/2026
GW
31/05/2026
Permanent - Full Time
Join the Grasslands Team – Senior Farm Assistant Opportunity
Grasslands Waikato Tokoroa, New Zealand
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. We are   excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a   motivated Senior Farm Assistants to become part of our team and build your skills to enhance your farming career.  The farm is 350 effective hectares of mostly flat to gently rolling terrain, with some steeper sidling's. We milk 1,000 crossbred, spring-calving cows through a modern 80-bail rotary cowshed. The operation is pasture-based, supported by in-shed feeding systems and modern machinery to ensure efficient farm management. The farm is situated 20kms 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. We’re seeking a Senior Farm Assistant who brings:...
Closing date for Applications:
30/06/2026
Farm Assistant
Position Start Date:
01/07/2026
SB
22/06/2026
Contract Fixed Term
Farm Assistant or Farm Hand
$25.00 - $30.00 hourly
South Bar Dairy Raetihi, New Zealand
ONLY ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR CANDIDATES IN NEW ZEALAND NOW We're looking to add another reliable and trustworthy Farm Assistant to our team, pretty much immediately.  Our junior staff member has moved on to his next step, which as created a vacancy in our team.   We are milking 600 cows twice-a-day (TAD) starting in mid-August, and will reduce this to once-a-day (OAD) in summer sometime. The dairy shed is spacious and modern; well-equipped with ACRs, in-shed feeding, SmartWash, and a hydraulic backing gate. The other gear on the farm is well maintained and fit-for-purpose. (More info is available in the farm/business profile) A private bedroom in 1 of our 2 on-farm accommodations will be made available to the successful applicant.  This is to be a service tenancy made available as a shared accommodation for the Farm Assistant to occupy with other Farm Assistants.  Both homes are warm & dry & modern. They also have stunning views of Mount...
Closing date for Applications:
22/07/2026
Calf Rearer Farm Assistant Farmhand Milk Harvester Relief Milker
Position Start Date:
01/07/2026
MR
15/06/2026
Permanent - Full Time
Assistant Manager (2IC)
Mills Recruitment NW Tasmania
Our Client  Our client is a well-established, family-owned agricultural business with over 20 years of successful dairy and beef farming operations across Australia and Tasmania. Known for their strong team culture, modern farming practices, and focus on herd health and efficiency, they are seeking a motivated Assistant Manager / 2IC to join one of their well-run 750-cow dairy units in North West Tasmania. The Opportunity The farm milks 750 cross-bred cows through a modern 60-stand rotary shed and operates a predominantly pasture-based system with grain fed in the dairy. The property is well maintained, easy rolling, and offers an enjoyable working environment with excellent infrastructure and systems already in place. The herd calves in Autumn, with calving for this season now largely complete, making this an ideal opportunity for someone to settle into the role outside of the busiest period. This role would suit either a capable Junior 2IC looking to further...
Closing date for Applications:
15/07/2026
Assistant Manager (2IC)
Position Start Date:
20/07/2026
Wh
13/06/2026
Permanent - Full Time
JUNIOR FARM ASSISTANT
Whataroa Whataroa, West Coast, New Zealand
DAIRY FARM ASSISTANT **Full-time Position Available Now** We are seeking an junior farm assistant  Located whataroa west coast about 20 mins north of Franz Josef What we offer: - 2 bedroom single man self contained cabin (6 months old so fairly new) - Good working environment with a variety of work. - Roster 6 on 2 off - Payed accordingly to a junior assistant role (salary) - Grass-based system focusing on milk quality and animal health. We are looking for someone with the following attributes  - Preferably to have the basic knowledge of milking/calf rearing basic experience would be a bonus but not essential as will be mentored and teached under the supervision of the assistant manager and owners - Hold a Full Drivers Licence (not suspended). - Ability to work well within a team  - Have a positive attitude, strong work ethic and be honest and reliable. - Be good with stock. - Able to confidently ride a 4-wheeler motorbike. - To be Drug-free. - Able to legally work in New...
Closing date for Applications:
13/07/2026
Farm Assistant Milk Harvester Relief Milker
Position Start Date:
01/07/2026
RP
12/06/2026
Permanent - Full Time
Farm Manager – “Take the next step”
RPL West Coast, New Zealand
Our stunning family owned and operated 400 cow dairy farm is set on 200 Ha of beautiful flat land just minutes from the township of Ikamatua.  This is a great place to live if you love all the outdoor activities the area has to offer, yet only 40 mins from Greymouth and 20 mins to Reefton, you literally have everything you need right on your doorstep.   We thought we had next season worked out with regards to our staffing requirements but due to personal reason, the person we had employed has decided its not for them after all, so this leaves us with a bit of a gap to fill.   In an ideal world we could really do with a good strong manager who has a partner that can be a dairy farm assistant who can help us with relief milking and calf rearing.  We have a big 3.5 bedroom house which has a lovely new bathroom and kitchen.   Essential skills will be milking, we have a rotary shed that we are just in the process of updating so it will have automatic cup removers and...
Closing date for Applications:
26/06/2026
Farm Manager
Position Start Date:
01/07/2026
WT
09/06/2026
Permanent - Full Time
HERD MANAGER
$35.00 hourly
WellsTec Farms ltd Otautau, New Zealand
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES  Milking operations - managing the milking routing to ensure high quality milk and hygiene standards are met includes milking cows shifting. Animal Health & Welfare - Identifying, Diagnosing, and treating common ailments Mastitis lameness sickness, managing calving, reproduction heat detection and vaccinations too animals. Feed Management - Planning and implementing feed allocations, managing pasture quality and shifting break fences. Record Keeping - Maintaining accurate data on animal health, calving and milk production using minda. Environment & Compliance - Operating effluent system on farm to meet regional council regulations and managing water use. Staff Supervision - Leading and training junior farm assistants when required. Requirements & Qualifications Experience - of 2 years of New Zealand Dairy experience. Skills - Proficiency in operating farm Machinery tractors and bikes current NZ driving licenses and strong...
Closing date for Applications:
30/06/2026
Herd Manager
Position Start Date:
01/08/2026
DT
08/06/2026
Permanent - Full Time
Farm Operations Support
Dairy Trust Taranaki Corporate farm (Taranaki, New Zealand)
Farm Operations Support Support good people, keep farms running well, and be part of work that matters. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We’re looking for a skilled and reliable Farm Operations Support person to provide practical support across our four Taranaki farms. This role is ideal for someone with strong dairy farming capability who enjoys variety, can step in where needed, and takes pride in helping farms run well. You’ll work across different properties and teams, supporting day-to-day operations. The role is primarily focused on farm operations and farm coverage. That includes milking, stock work, feeding, general farm tasks, machinery operation, maintenance support and helping maintain good routines and standards across the farms. From time to time, you may also assist with practical science-related farm activities, but this is first and foremost an...
Closing date for Applications:
08/07/2026
Assistant Manager (2IC) Farmhand Other
Position Start Date:
20/05/2026
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