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We are looking for a capable, hands-on Herd manager with exceptional pasture management skills, strong leadership ability and a genuine drive to achieve excellent farm performance. Applicants must have at least 18 months recent NZ dairy experience and be competent in all dairy tasks including milking, feeding out, moving stock & fences & monitoring & treating stock with a minimum of supervision. The successful applicant will help take responsibility for the running of the shed with minimum supervision & be able to supervise & train other staff.  A minimum of 30 hours per week guaranteed. Applicants must be in NZ with a valid NZ work visa and NZ drivers licence. No dogs. Roster - 8/2 Strong understanding of NZ dairy systems and animal welfare standards Good communication skills and reliability Must pass a pre‑employment drug test

We are looking for a farm assistant with experience (2 years minimum preferred) We are a looking for someone who enjoys dairy farming wants to be apart of a team enjoys a laugh but takes the job seriously when needed. Farm is located in Woodlands southland. Start date negotiable. General farm assistant duties along with: Milking. Animal health, Identifying mastitis, treatments & lames. Calving. Good shed hygiene . Setting up breaks and fencing. Shifting cows. Tractor work including feeding out. Effluent management. Health & Safety. The Ideal applicant will need to be team player and have a awesome attitude, Goal orientated, Excellent problem solving abilities & communication, a willingness to learn, Excellent time management, Workplace & house proud, Looks after farm gear, vehicles bikes, tractors . We milk 700 cows, through a 50 bail rotary shed. We are looking for a person with experience. If this position is for you, and you would like to know more and...

Seeds Hoof Trimming Ltd | West Otago / Southland We are a mobile hoof trimming service to dairy farms throughout Southland, Clutha and West Otago. And we are looking for a reliable, practical and hardworking person to join our team This is a hands-on, mobile role Monday to Friday, with the occasional Saturday (As needed). Once fully trained, you'll be responsible for managing your own daily workload, travelling between farms and working independently. Full training will be provided. We are looking for someone who has: Confident cattle handling skills – practical experience handling and moving dairy cattle in yards is essential. Mechanically minded – practical with machinery and equipment, able to carry out basic maintenance, troubleshoot and solve problems independently. Reliable and punctual – able to manage your time and turn up when expected. Independent worker – comfortable working alone and making sensible decisions. Good physical fitness – this is an active,...

We are seeking a Dairy Farm Assistant to work on a 420-cow farm in Tussock Creek area 25 minutes from Invercargill, milking through a 24 aside Herringbone shed. Previous dairy farming experience is preferred but not required for this role. 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 identifying and alerting managers to sick cows Setting fences and other general farm duties. Weekly hours are a minimum of 30 and a maximum of 50. Since farm work is dependent on a number of unknown factors like weather and animals, any hours worked beyond the agreed maximum in a fortnightly pay period will be paid at the agreed overtime rate.  The schedule may vary; Roster will be 11 days on, 3 days off for the rest of the year. Salary is between $67,782 - $76,102 per annum, depending on...

Key duties Assist with daily farm management and implement farm policies and seasonal plans. Manage daily planning and staff supervision in the absence of the Farm Manager / Owner. Lead and supervise milking and shed routines, including rotary, ACR and ProTrac systems, maintaining milk quality, hygiene and efficiency. Coordinate herd routines, including stock movements, drafting and yard work. Implement and monitor animal health and welfare plans; identify and treat health issues in accordance with farm protocols and maintain accurate records. Implement and monitor calving, mating and seasonal herd management plans, recording events and reporting progress. Develop, implement and monitor the seasonal feed budget, including pasture allocation, break fencing, supplementary feeding and in-shed feed checks. Manage soil, nutrients, effluent and water in accordance with farm plans and environmental requirements, including irrigation where applicable. Coordinate and...

🐄 WE’RE HIRING – FARM ASSISTANT / HERD MANAGER 🐄 📍 Gore, Southland – 15 minutes from town We’re looking for a reliable, motivated and experienced person to join our team on our 700-cow dairy farm, just 15 minutes from Gore. The position could suit an experienced Farm Assistant or Herd Manager , with responsibilities and remuneration depending on experience and ability. 🚜 About the farm: 700-cow dairy operation Modern 54-bail rotary shed with plenty of technology Protrack and SenseHub collars Centre pivots and rotarainers Three-bedroom house available on farm 🐄 The role includes: Milking and maintaining high milk quality standards Animal health and general stock management Calving and mating Tractor work, including feeding out and mowing General day-to-day farm operations Taking responsibility and helping ensure the farm runs smoothly ✅ We’re looking for someone who: Has solid dairy farming...

HERD MANAGER WANTED – 800-COW DAIRY FARM | SOUTHLAND 📍 Location: Near Waianiwa, Invercargill, Southland 📅 Start date: 1 December 2026 💰 Total remuneration package: $80,600 per annum 🐄 Herd size: 800 cows 🔄 Milking system: 64-bale rotary shed 🏡 Accommodation: Three-bedroom older villa available (no pets permitted) About the Position We are looking for an experienced, reliable and hardworking Herd Manager to join our corporate dairy farming operation near Waianiwa, Invercargill. The successful applicant must have strong practical dairy farming knowledge, excellent stockmanship skills and the ability to manage daily farm operations efficiently while following company policies and health and safety procedures. Key Responsibilities Manage daily milking operations using a 64-bale rotary shed. Identify sick cows early and recognise signs of illness. Have practical knowledge of mastitis treatment,...

Key duties Lead daily milking and shed routines (rotary, ACR/ProTrac); maintain milk quality and hygiene Manage day-to-day herd routines: stock movement, drafting, yard work Animal health and welfare: identify issues (mastitis/lameness etc), treat/report as per farm protocols, keep accurate records Support calving, mating and seasonal herd tasks; record events as required Implement feeding plan (incl. break fences, feed-out, in-shed feed checks) Follow environmental/effluent/irrigation requirements as applicable and report issues Support team coordination and training; follow health & safety procedures General farm upkeep and basic maintenance; report breakdowns promptly Minimum Hours = 30 hours per week, annual hours  2600 per season $2028 non-taxable allowance for work clothing Minimum requirements Applicants must meet ONE of the following: At least 2 years of relevant dairy farming...

We are a high producing 700 cow farm set on 245Ha of stunning countryside just a couple of minutes’ drive to Tuatapere and about 50 mins to Invercargill.   We consider ourselves to be good employers due to the fact that our current herd manager has been with us for 5 years, however due to family reasons this person is now leaving us, so we have some big shoes to fill. Having spent 16 years now in the dairy industry we know what it takes to be successful, so we are seeking someone who will have the same outlook as us.   We work hard, but we also ensure that everyone has a healthy work/life balance - we work well as a team, we communicate and we get the job done.   Our cows are in excellent health, and we intend to keep them that way, so you must possess strong animal husbandry skills, honesty and be able to work unsupervised, and have natural initiative; if you see something that needs doing - then do it!  If you break something, tell someone, its simple really. You respect...

We are on the lookout for a  Herd Manager to join our team. Due to 1 staff member moving away, we are looking for someone with at least 2 year of dairy farm experience. Start date will be 1st of November approx.. We milk 1000 cows through a 50 bail rotary with automatic cup removers, drafting and teat spray. Key tasks:  Herd Managers are responsible for key aspects of the working day, including running the dairy shed (ie milking) and may have responsibility for animal health and other assigned tasks. Understands and takes responsibility for daily tasks such as running of the dairy, effluent management and feeding. Completes tasks with minimal supervision and can supervise and train other staff. Looks for opportunities to work more effectively and efficiently to improve the business. Understands and implements efficient milking practices and keeps the dairy farm hygienic. Records health treatments and solves milk quality problems....

We are looking for a farm assistant with experience (2 years minimum preferred) We are a looking for someone who enjoys dairy farming wants to be apart of a team enjoys a laugh but takes the job seriously when needed. Farm is located in Woodlands southland. Start date negotiable. General farm assistant duties along with: Milking. Animal health, Identifying mastitis, treatments & lames. Calving. Good shed hygiene . Setting up breaks and fencing. Shifting cows. Tractor work including feeding out. Effluent management. Health & Safety. The Ideal applicant will need to be team player and have a awesome attitude, Goal orientated, Excellent problem solving abilities & communication, a willingness to learn, Excellent time management, Workplace & house proud, Looks after farm gear, vehicles bikes, tractors . We milk 700 cows, through a 50 bail rotary shed. We are looking for a person with experience. If this position is for you, and you would like to know more and...

We are looking for someone to take sole charge of daily milkings and some other responsibilties as they arise on our small family farm 20 minutes from Invercargill.  The role is mainly being responsible for the daily morning and afternoon milkings. Please note this is currently only a drive in position and applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.  This includes;  getting the cows in taking down fences if required setting up breaks or paddocks as instructed starting milking responsibility for milk quality vat wash plant wash locking the cows in There will occasionally be opportunities for extra work during the day. We are a simple grass fed system, the milking shed is a 24 aside herringbone with 8 ACRs. This is a drive in position. There is some limited accomodation; this is a hut with a bed, table, microwave and fridge but there is no kitchen, toilet or bathroom facilities.  Currently there is no accomodation available on the farm but for...

We are a 245ha family run self contained dairy operation located south of Edendale. We milk 500 cows through a 36 rotary with cup removers, meal feeding, Datamars cow collars & protrack (this shed is currently being replaced with a 54 bale rotary). Our cows are wintered in a Redpath barn and we rear/graze our own replacement heifers along with 80-100 beef cattle. You will be part of the wider team alongside the farm owner & manager. We are looking for someone who is; motivated & self driven a good communicator a team player who will contribute to a positive working environment. Applicants must be in New Zealand and eligible to work. 

We are a 245ha family run self contained dairy operation located south of Edendale. We milk 500 cows through a 36 rotary with cup removers, meal feeding, Datamars cow collars & protrack (this shed is currently being replaced with a 54 bale rotary). This season we are on track for 255,000kgMS (535/cow, 1,650/ha). Our cows are wintered in a Redpath barn and we rear/graze our own replacement heifers along with 80-100 beef cattle. You will be part of the wider team alongside the farm owner & junior staff. We are looking for someone who is; motivated & self driven has great record keeping and attention to detail a good communicator & has strong organizational skills a team player who will contribute to a positive working environment. Warm 4b/r house available with school bus at gate.

We are looking for our next superstar to join our team due to a staff member having to finish up mid season for personal circumstances, you will work alongside the contract milker and 2ic milking 600 cows through our 27 aside twin pit herringbone shed with protrack and cow manager tags.1 to 2 years experience is preferred but training can be provided if you have the right attitude and willingness to learn. Your key duties would be but aren't limited to, helping with the day-to-day operations of the dairy farm, ensuring the smooth running of tasks related to milking, feeding, animal care, and farm maintenance. The role is hands-on and requires both physical work and a basic understanding of farm operations.  Our farm is located 5 minutes from Otautau and 20 minutes from Winton, this job comes with a 3 bedroom home, remuneration will be  based on experience Please send your cv with 2 references if you would like to apply, note we are NOT accredited employers  you must reside...

About Our Farm We operate a 114-hectare dairy farm near Winton in Central Southland, peak milking approximately 370 cows. Our farm has a 40-aside herringbone cowshed equipped with ACRs and SenseHub cow monitoring collars to assist with heat detection, animal health monitoring and herd management. We are a pasture-based dairy farming operation with a strong focus on animal welfare, efficient farm management and teamwork. About the Role We are looking for a reliable, motivated and experienced dairy farm worker to join our team. This is a hands-on role involving all aspects of daily farm operations. Key Responsibilities: Carrying out daily milkings, including setting up, operating and cleaning the milking plant. Monitoring cow health, identifying and reporting animal health concerns. Using SenseHub collar information to assist with herd management and heat detection. Moving cows and managing grazing rotations. Tractor...

We are a high producing 700 cow farm set on 228Ha of stunning countryside just 20 mins drive to Invercargill.     We consider ourselves to be good employers who offer a healthy work/life balance to our employees. We work well as a team, we communicate and we get the job done.   Our cows are in excellent health, and we intend to keep them that way, so you must possess some animal husbandry skills, be able to work unsupervised, and you must have strong initiative, if you see something that needs doing, then do it, if you break something, tell someone, its simple really.   We are more than happy to further train the right person, but you must be willing to learn and be serious about growing a career in the dairy industry.   We do encourage AGITO training.   We milk our cows through a 54-bail rotary with ACR etc. In return we offer a competitive salary of between $25 - $30 per hour and a minimum of 30 hours per week, as well as exceptional on farm accommodation. We also...

We are sharemilkers looking for a reliable worker with excellent team work skills to complete our team in Mossburn.  Role: Full time Consisting of getting cows in, milking, putting up fences  Experience in animal health and tractor driving would be a bonus Capable of driving 2 and 4 wheelers Farm: Located 6 minutes to Mossburn, 8 minutes to Lumsden, 30 minutes to Winton 1000 cows, 50 bale rotary with Pro Track, auto teat spray and in shed feeding Afimilk cow monitoring collars on all cows 1 centre pivot with green wash irrigation, multiple K lines Rearing 200+ replacement heifers All cows wintered off farm Team of 4 plus the sharemilkers - great opportunity to learn and upskill. This position is SHARED ACCOMMODATION with another staff member - house is 3 bedrooms, 2 bathroom with a fire. Not suitable for families. Also can be a drive in position if you are already living locally. Please do not apply if neither of these options are suitable....

We are owner operators seeking experienced and motivated individual who enjoys farming with a strong work ethic and who is capable to assist with the day to day running of the farm. Our farm is a tidy, well established 146ha flat to undulating farm which is located in Isla Bank, Western Southland. We winter 470 crossbred cows on a family runoff in Dipton and peak milk 460 cows through a 50 bale rotary cowshed. We have ACRs, Protrack, Auto draft, Auto teatsprayer, and Halter Collars. We are owner operators, who want to see the best of the farm, cows and staff. 6/2 roster all year round except for calving (1st Aug – 31st Oct) where rosters are 6/1) 2 full-time staff throughout the season. General duties include but are not limited to:   - Milking, dairy hygiene/cleaning - Temporary and permanent fencing  - Treating lame cows - Farm maintenance, spraying, etc - Feeding bobby calves - Identifying and managing cow health - eg identifying mastitis...

We are looking for a reliable, motivated Farm Assistant to join our team. The successful applicant will assist with the day-to-day running of the farm, helping maintain high standards of animal welfare, pasture management, and general farm operations. 30 hours a week guaranteed. For Applicants currently Living in and are eligible to work in New Zealand only Key Responsibilities: Assisting with daily milking and shed duties. Feeding and caring for livestock, ensuring animal health and welfare standards are maintained. Assisting with animal health treatments and young stock management. Fencing, weed control, and general farm maintenance. Operating farm machinery and equipment safely . Maintaining a tidy, safe, and efficient working environment. The Ideal Applicant Will Have: A positive attitude and strong work ethic. Good stockmanship and a genuine interest in dairy farming. The ability to...