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Located near Ashburton, we run a farm for a company that cares about people and animals, they have high expectations and want to see people strive to be the best they can. We assist in keeping budgets low and this is carried over to staff to help us to achieve goals from the top down. Without like-minded people who have a strong work ethic and a caring nature, we wouldn't be able to do the job we do. We love to see our staff grow and evolve into higher positions on farm, we are more than happy to guide and teach you what you need to know to progress your dairy career further. "The sky is the limit" Key Responsibilities Farm Operations & Team Supervision -  Take responsibility for daily tasks such as milking operations, feeding routines, irrigation scheduling, and general dairy operations. -  Work independently with minimal supervision and take initiative to solve problems and improve efficiency. -  Supervise and support junior staff,...

WE ARE NOT ACCREDITED OFFSHORE AND VISA HOLDERS NEED NOT APPLY   Our stunning family-owned farm is situated on 582Ha of flat land and is located just 15 mins to Geraldine, only 20 minutes to Ashburton and a quick 25 mins to Methven, so if on your days off you want to get away from the farm and enjoy some of the many activities in the area such as skiing, fishing, hunting, café’s, shops then this is the perfect location for you!  We milk our beautiful 2100 cows through a very high tech 80 bail rotary that literally has all the bells and whistles, and we are currently 2 proactive DFA/assistant herd manager to join our awesome team.   We have a great team of people and currently we are on a 6/3 roster, we do this so that our people can have a good work life balance. Our cows get milked twice a day but our humans only milk once a day.   We care about our people and our cows the most and we strive to be the best employers we can be.  This is an ideal role for a someone...

We are a family-operated dairy farm milking 700 cows through two 40ashb sheds with ACRs, automatic teat spraying, protract drafting and in-shed feeding. Halter recently put on. Mixture of permanent and part time/relief staff. 260ha operation with pivot irrigation and some k-lines. You would be primarily in charge of the sheds alongside the owner. We are looking for a genuine person with a good work ethic who can use their initiative and work independently. We also appreciate someone with a good sense of humour who is honest, reliable, and respectful of their home. Must have experience farming in NZ and be capable of sole charge in owner’s absence. Duties include all usual activities involved in day to day running of a dairy farm: management of milking shed, staff and pasture, animal husbandry, tractor work, fencing, other general maintenance as required. Sole charge when owner is away. Please note milkings are required for this position. Current 2ic is leaving due to family...

Dairy Farm Assistant position available for the upcoming season located in the Hinds area. 243 Ha milking 935 cows 54 rotary shed with ACR's We are a grass based system so good knowledge of grass and grazing is needed Looking for someone who is eager to grow and progress in the industry with our team Duties include but not limited to; milking and plant wash, calf rearing, giving and recording animal health treatments, tractor driving and feeding out, shifting irrigation (K-lines and sprinklers), break fences, weed spraying and other general duties. The successful applicant must be able to work well on their own and with others, be trustworthy and honest, show initiative, use common sense and follow health and safety Remuneration based on experience  Accommodation available on farm Pre employment drug test will be carried out Please send through your CV Please only apply if currently in NZ and eligible to work

ABOUT US: We are owner/operators on a coastal farm located 20mins from both Ashburton and Rakaia. We operate a 185 Ha platform, milking 600 cows with a grass-based system with wintering on platform. We have a 40 ASHB shed with ACR's, walkover teat spray, Protrack drafting gate & CowManager. We are always investigating further opportunities to integrate technology to increase efficiencies and futureproof on farm procedure. The farm is fully irrigated by pivots and rotorainers. The three-year average milk production is 440kgMS/cow with approximately 500kg/cow of supplement. Our young stock are grazed off farm. We are passionate about our cows and our people. We run as a team of 4 full time staff plus a calf-rearer and relief milkers through the season. We strive for the highest standard of animal welfare and husbandry; whilst maintaining emphasis on a healthy work/life balance for our team and their families. It is important to us that our people are growing and succeeding, and...

Note - Not all applicants will be contacted. Only looking due to change in role in business for current staff member. Seeking 1 person for this current season & beyond. 3-bedroom House is be available and is on farm - 13km/13mins from Waimate, South Canterbury. Applicant preferably someone who has done 2yrs of dairy farming and is motivated to learn, and feed cows.  Farm details: The dairy platform is approx.420ha effective, located 13km/13mins from the township of Waimate. Current Peak milk 940-980 cows through 54 bale rotary, with halter collars, with slight increase likely and in-shed feeding & pro-track like gate Irrigation: dryland farm. Cows will be milked twice daily for majority of season– 4/4.30am & 2pm cups on.  Typical breaks post calving of 8.30-9.30am, 11.30-2pm. Winter; 8-12, 1.30-4.30 Roster current 6/2 in calving can change with rotary shed. Salary, to be negotiated / based on experience. Benefits firewood (we will...

Looking for an enthusiastic farm assistant to work come and join our team. Need to have a can do attitude and be able to problem solve and work within a large multicultural team. Ideally can hit the ground running and bring enthusiasm to support the team culture, aligning with our values of efficiency and high attention to detail by leading by example.  Basic overview of farm: peak milk 1300 cows 80 bale rotary with ACRs and auto drafting gate Grass based feeding system with some supplement targeting 460 milk solids per cow 90% pivot irrigation Only 10 minutes from Ashburton town  Job details: $25 per hour 30 hours minimum per week. Main skill requirements: 1 year dairy farming experience.  Minimum level 5 qualification in Agriculture. Shared accommodation provided sharing with 1 or 2 others, this role is only available to those who can live on farm. No pets. Roster changes throughout the season, predominantly 7/2 7/2 7/3 but we are flexible on...

We have an exciting opportunity for a farm assistant on an 1250 cow farm located 10 minutes from Geraldine. About the farm: 1250 cows 54 bale rotary, in shed feeding, ACR Irrigation through pivots and guns Flat contour Accommodation supplied on farm is a 3 bedroom house The attributes ideally required for this position: • Work well in a team • Physically able to carry out the job • Have the desire to succeed in the industry • Most importantly the successful applicant must be honest, reliable, good communication skills and motivated We are looking for someone with drive, passion and aiming for the top, that is willing to work with us to achieve top quality results. Guaranteed 35 hours per week. Job description/tasks required: -Milking: Assists in efficient and hygienic milking routine. Follows procedure to produce high quality milk. -Animals: Assists in the safe handling of animals, reports any health and welfare issues as per farm policy. -Feed: Controls weeds. Sets break...

We have an exciting opportunity for a farm assistant on an 1250 cow farm located 10 minutes from Geraldine.  About the farm: 1250 cows 54 bale rotary, in shed feeding, ACR Irrigation through pivots and guns. Flat contour Accommodation supplied on farm is a 3 bedroom home. The attributes ideally required for this position: • Work well in a team • Physically able to carry out the job • Have the desire to succeed in the industry • Most importantly the successful applicant must be honest, reliable, good communication skills and motivated We are looking for someone with drive, passion and aiming for the top, that is willing to work with us to achieve top quality results. Guaranteed 35 hours per week. Job description/tasks required: -Milking: Assists in efficient and hygienic milking routine. Follows procedure to produce high quality milk. -Animals: Assists in the safe handling of animals, reports any health and welfare issues as per farm policy. -Feed: Controls weeds. Sets break...

The Role As Division Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, and operational effectiveness of our Harvest and Livestock Grazing Division. You will report directly to the General Manager and work closely with other senior leaders to achieve business goals. Your mission will be to ensure optimal productivity, profitability, and sustainability across all areas of the division. Key Responsibilities Provide inspirational leadership and management to a diverse team of farm managers, technical specialists, and seasonal staff. Develop and implement effective strategies for crop harvest and livestock grazing operations, aligning with the latest industry best practices and regulatory requirements. Drive operational excellence by monitoring KPIs, forecasting production, and identifying areas for process improvement. Manage division budgets, financial reporting, and resource allocation to ensure profitability and responsible expenditure....

We are looking for a farm assistant to join us at One Arrow.  We require someone with 1-3 years farming experience. You should be able to do the following under direction: Milking a herd of cows in a timely fashion Identify lame and mastitis cows Complete plant wash and vat wash Operate Effluent Spreader Shift K line Irrigation Correctly set up correct break sizes Assist with lame cow treatment We are keen to turn good people into good farmers. So if you like the sound of us please apply. We run weekly toolbox meetings with food, teamwork Tuesday and there is a monthly catch up with the farm operater each month to go through your goals. This is a fixed term position until 31 May 2027, As such Accredited Work Visas will not be considered. Roster 7 day on 3 day off 8 day on 3 day off.  Only open to people in New Zealand. A negitive Pre employment drug test will be required.

Dairy Farm Assistant.  Start date 1 October.  Permanent or Fixed Term (however must commit through for at least 3 months) 600 Friesian herd/ 46 aside Herringbone Shed. 100% irrigated. You will be one of four staff.      Job will include following duties:   calving until mid Oct  milking 2x a day   stock yard work  animal health setting breaks general farm duties Prefer applicant to have experience but can be taught if willing to learn.   be able to fit in with existing team able to ride a motorbike have your own car  be physically fit  ideally be able to drive a tractor/ bale feeder Please only apply if already residing in NZ or eligible to work in NZ with a working holiday visa.  Do not apply if you want an employer to be Accredited (AEWV) as we do not hold that status.   We are within 15min drive to Ashburton or Methven.  Accommodation is a 3 bedroom house which you will be sharing with one other staff member

We are seeking someone to fill a Herd Manager position on our 1200-cow farm 20 minutes inland from Ashburton. We currently milk 1200 cows through a modern 80 bale rotary off 345 ha, the farm has excellent irrigation, infrastructure, and machinery. We are running five fulltime staff and are a family fun and lovely team environment. We are looking some who has two years’ experience, with a good attitude and wants to keep learning. You must be mature enough to be punctual and keen to make a career in the dairy industry. Preferably you will have a driver’s license as you will be needed to drive on public roads. We also require you to have a good knowledge of riding a two-wheeler motorbike and tractor. We require you to have an excellent understanding of animal health in, picking up mastitis, lame cows and having a good understanding in how treat. Our roster, Starting from June 1 onwards, 5 days on 2 days off roster, July 15 onwards will have a 6 days on and 1 day off, September 20...

Experienced 2IC with proven, minimum 3years experience within the New Zealand Dairy Industry. 640 cows through a 54 bale rotary. Pendarvous area, 20 mins from Ashburton/Rakaia and 5 minutes drive from the ocean. Farm is irrigated with rotorainers so experience in this would be preferred.  5/2 roster Start date is 28/08/2026 but can potentially start earlier if required Applicants must be able to work in NZ, either a current visa or citizenship and have Drivers Licence We are Accredited Employers