13 jobs found

We run 850 cows on the west coast , near lake brunner . We have 2 milking sheds but calve everything at one farm in a calving barn. Team needs to be adaptable to lend a hand on other blocks when required  milking OAD year round  We do all our own tractor work , so applicants would be happy and skilled to be in the tractor often all self contained young stock and winter job will vary between milking, fencing , various tractor work , weed spraying. Accomodation - currently being partially renovated but will be a 5 bedroom house

We are after a Herd Manager to help us as we milk 680 cows through a 54 bale rotary shed with cupremovers. We have a 170 ha runoff which we winter our cows on and make supplement. Duties include  Milking cows  Identifying and treating health problems mastitis, lame cows, sick cows, treating down cows, calving cows. Feeding out silage, balage, palm kernal in trailers. Spraying thistles and weeds  General farm maintanance  Assist with feeding calves 

Dairy Farm Assistant / Milker – Taipuha, Northland About the Role We are seeking a reliable, community-minded Dairy Farm Assistant to join our team on a great property in Taipuha . This position offers an exceptional work-life balance with a stable 30 to 35 hours per week and a structured roster ensuring regular, predictable days off so you can plan your life outside the farm. We milk 260 cows at peak this season on a system that utilizes Halter smart collars. The role is focused primarily on milking operations, with a schedule that changes to match the natural flow of the season: Now until Christmas: Milking twice a day (TAD). After Christmas: Moving to a relaxed once-a-day (OAD) milking schedule, freeing up your afternoons. Key Responsibilities Consistent, efficient, and hygienic milking. Gentle animal handling and identifying basic stock health issues. Utilizing the Halter system app for basic herd movement and monitoring....

We are looking for someone to join us on a permanent or casual basis. Heaps of experience not necessary but you must be willing to learn and have great communication. Clean and quiet in the shed is a must. The role is basically a drive in milker position with potentially more work available if wanted. This is an assist position. Milking roster can be flexble but ideally full time 10 on 4 off or similar (Can be flexible around other commitments if required) Milking 600 nice quiet cows through and 44ASHB with Inshed, protrack and ACR's Farm is located close to Foxton (About 35mins from Palmy) Morning milkings 4.30am - 7.30am Arvo milkings 2.30pm-5pm Hourly rate or fixed contract negotiable, could lead to full time roll  Accomodation currently not available.

Relief milker needed for afternoon milkings, solecharge, inshed feeding 20ashb

Relief milker required to cover for owner and full-time staff time off. Two milkers required all season in a 28 a side Herringbone. Mainly Friesian cows. Located 5 mins out of Kaponga. Milkings available every week. Happy to work around other commitments. Would prefer some experience but happy to train someone up if they are keen and reliable. Salary negotiable and happy to pay through invoice if gst registered. Current relief milker looking for full-time work but has been with us since 2024.

Seeking a experienced, honest and reliable Relief Milker, that has excellent stock skills and management.   50 bale rotary shed. Milking 600 cows.  Drive in position, 20 mins west from Kamo. This roll has the opportunity to develop into a farm assistant position for the right candidate. NZ applications only please 

Implementing the general operation of this dairy farm to a high standard with the help and insight of sharemilker and herd manager/2Ic. This farm is a 280ha 600cow spring calving dairy farm, 50 rotary cowshed, herd home, running system 3. Our business also runs a 150ha 300cow spring calving dairy farm, herringbone cowshed, system 2 Dairy farms are 10mins apart. There could be relief work available if the candidate has a partner that is passionate about the dairy industry.  Our preferable candidate would have 2+ years proven experience within a similar role.   Who are: ·       Honest ·       Reliable ·       Have great communication skills ·       Able to work within a team ·      Positive Can do attitude ·       Confident operating tractor, 2 and 4 wheel bikes ·       Excellent animal health and stock skills.      Located only 15mins from local school and is on school bus route. NZ applications only...

We’re looking for a keen and reliable 2IC to join our 150-cow dairy farm on the West Coast. We are a young family running a simple, tidy and well-organised farm , milking through a modernised 22-aside plant with HALTER technology . This role is mainly focused around milking and caring for the animals , so we’re looking for someone who has good attention to detail and takes pride in animal health and welfare. This could suit a keen young person looking to step into the dairy industry and wanting the opportunity to learn, take responsibility and build their skills. What we’re looking for: Good animal husbandry skills Preferably some milking experience, but not essential Good attention to detail around cows Fencing skills Weed control Reliable and willing to get stuck in Able to work independently and as part of a small team A genuine interest in farming and animal care We offer a supportive environment...

We are seeking someone to assist with milking twice a day (AM and PM) currently requiring someone to be available to milk every second weekend on Saturday and Sunday, and then after mating it will become every second Friday, Saturday and Sunday Position to start Saturday 10th October 2026 and be available every second weekend from this date. Please send your interest through to [email protected] or call the office on 07 8713218 and ask for Lannah All applicants must already be in NZ, and either be a NZ resident or hold the correct visa to be eligible to work in NZ.

Wanted - Permanent, reliable relief milker. Are you skilled in dairy farming and eager for some relief work in the Horsham Downs area. If so TEXT ONLY Nick 0274191122

What we are looking for We are currently recruiting a Farm Assistant starting early October. We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and driven person to help us successfully run the day to day operations of the farm. You will work within a team of 6 people including hands on Contact Milkers.  We place a strong emphasis on animal health, pasture management, and overall farm presentation. Our system is built around well-fed, healthy cows, with a focus on maximising grass utilisation and strategically supplementing when required. About the farm Based in Rakaia, just 5 minutes from Rakaia town. 25 minutes from Ashburton and 45 minutes from Christchurch. 1250 cows on a 306ha effective dairy platform. Fully self-contained with a neighbouring support block. 60 bail rotary with in shed feeding, ACRs, auto drafting, and protrack. Good reliable irrigation with 6 pivots, fixed grid, 2 rotorainers & some sprinklers on the corners. Spring calving, grass based...

We’re looking for a reliable Farm Assistant who is confident with core farming skills and keen to keep learning. We milk 650 cows on 259 ha of flat terrain through a 54‑bail rotary DeLaval shed with digital monitoring tools . Role includes All aspects of day‑to‑day farm tasks in a supportive environment with quiet cows, including: Milking in a 54‑bail rotary Stock handling and animal health checks Break fencing and pasture monitoring Effluent management Shed hygiene and general farm duties Feeding out (tractor experience an advantage) Using digital monitoring tools as part of daily routines Roster is 6 on 2off. We’re looking for someone who Has at least one year’s NZ dairy farming experience Is competent with milking and feeding Follows instructions accurately Has a solid work ethic and takes pride in their work Communicates well and works well in a small team Is interested in using farm technology Holds a full driver license...