71 jobs found in Ashburton Forks

We are looking for honest, punctual, hardworking Farm Assistant located 1612 Ashburton Staveley Road, Ashburton, New Zealand. Training will be provided. Must be physically fit and clean police record. Available to work Weekends The farm is 142ha with peak cows approx. 550 cows milking through 36 aside herringbone shed. Right candidate will assist with day-to-day jobs on farm e.g. 1. Feeding and watering animals: Dairy farm workers are responsible for providing proper nutrition and fresh water to the dairy cattle. This involves preparing feed, distributing it to the animals, and monitoring their consumption. 2. Milking cows: Milking cows is a crucial task on a dairy farm. Farm workers are responsible for milking the cows using milking machines or by hand. They ensure proper milking techniques, hygiene, and equipment cleanliness to maintain milk quality. 3. Cleaning and maintaining facilities: Dairy farm workers are responsible for cleaning and maintaining the barns,...

Understands and takes responsibility for day to day management of the farm  such as running of the dairy, effluent management and feeding part of the herd. Completes tasks with minimal supervision and can supervise and train other staff. Requires limited supervision. Looks for opportunities to work more effectively and efficiently to improve the business. Applicant must have a CV and at least two verifiable references, with .good character, have a driver license , no conviction, be drug free, must can do attitude. Must be physically fit and be able to work on the required roster with other staff. Must have at least two years work experience on a  New Zealand dairy farm.

Job Description What we are looking for: Minimum 2 years NZ Dairy experience is essential Be able to work as a team and individually maintaining high attention to detail Strong work ethic with willingness to learn and grow in the industry Communicate clearly Adhere to all farm policies Takes pride in a clean and tidy workplace Key aspects of role Include but not limited to:  Responsibilities will be, but not restricted to: Take responsibility for daily tasks such as running of the dairy, effluent management and feeding. Complete tasks with minimal supervision and supervise and train other staff. Look for opportunities to work more effectively and efficiently to improve the business. Understand and implement efficient milking practices and keep the farm dairy hygienic. Record health treatments and solve milk quality problems. Diagnose common ailments and treats accordingly. Competent in all aspects of calving and reproduction,...

Job will Involve. we have 480 cows to calved end of July to October 2026 + Rearing approximately 120 heifer calves/45 beef calves and 10 bulls + Feeding bobby calves until 4 days old  + Tube feeding if newborn calves are not drinking from the feeding bottle  + Training calves for the feeders  + Identify any calves not drinking milk and feeding them  + Report any problem of calves and machinery  + Help for milking when staff has day off 

 BLACKFORD FARMING -RED SHED. Due to a staff member moving overseas , an exciting opportunity has become available on our dairy farm, milking 1035 cows through a 60 bale fully automated rotary shed. Our non irrigated farm has modern facilities, machinery and equipment. We have a wintering barn to house 270 cows  , Halter collars and automatic calf feeders.  The successful candidate will join our vibrant team of 5 full time staff and work on a 6 on 2 off roster. 2 years Previous experience on a NZ dairy farm is essential, You must have a can do attitude and you must be honest and reliable , work well in a team but also work well alone and be a good communicator. We are a drug free and smoke free workplace. Drug testing may be required. A full NZ driving licence is required. We are situated 10 minutes from Methven between Mount Hutt and the Rakaia Gorge. 1 hour to Christchurch and 35 minutes to Ashburton. Our local service town Methven, boasts pubs, multiple cafe's, 2 supermarkets...

Permanent - Full Time   Our beautiful 160Ha farm is located on flat land and just a 5 mins drive to Methven town centre, where there are excellent schools, cafes and supermarkets etc and with Mt Hutt right on our doorstep if you enjoy winter sports.   Milking our beautiful 630 cows through a 60-bail rotary with ACR and auto drafting, we will expect you to have strong production experience and you must also be at the top of your game when it comes to shed hygiene and animal health and wellbeing, as well as being a capable tractor driver, so a minimum of 2 to 3 years’ experience here in NZ is essential.   Offering a good healthy work life balance, we work on a 6/2 roster all year round and we have a lovely modern 2-bedroom home located on farm, we are offering a salary of between $30 to $35 per hour including $250 per week for accommodation.    We offer a minimum of 30 hours per week.   In return we will expect you to be able to hit the ground the running...

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...

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...

We are small family owned and operated dairy farm with 450 jersey cows looking for our next permanent full-time Farm Assistant. Our farm is located in the Canterbury foothills in Mount Somers which is 20 minutes from Methven and 30 minutes to Ashburton and we milk twice daily through a 40 aside herringbone cowshed with grain feeders, auto cup removers and auto teat spray. You will work as part of team to complete daily jobs of milking (twice daily), moving stock, setting up paddocks, tractor work, spraying, moving k-lines for effluent as well as general maintenance and cleaning. During this time of year we are moving stock on winter crops at the run off and doing maintenance jobs. We would prefer someone with at least one year experience We run a 11 days on and 3 days off roster so you generally get second Saturday, Sunday and Monday off. Accommodation is available in the township which is a 2 minute drive from the farm. We require you to be drug free and be able to pass...

ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE CURRENTLY LIVING IN NEW ZEALAND Must have at least 2 years proven experience in New Zealand in the following areas. Tractor driving Loading and feeding out with silage wagon  Mating Heat detection to a high level No collars are used on farm Lame cows , able to identify treat and trim lame cows Treat Sick cows , able to identify and treat a variety of health issues in cows and record treatments Experience with Protrac and Minda an advantage Pasture experience doing pasture walks an advantage MILKING COWS all of our staff are on the milking roster this is a big part of the job Farm has centre pivot irrigation and a small amount of k-lines ACR , in shed feeding, Protrac and Minda

We are looking for a motivated person who has a passion for making a career in the dairy industry. MUST BE CURRENTLY LIVING IN NEW ZEALAND  PREFERANCE GIVEN TO NEW ZEALAND CITIZENS OR RESIDENCE  Duties include  Carry out managers daily plan and direct staff as required Grass management, weekly readings with a tow behind pasture meter Feed management, ability to look at grass and make adjustments based on residuals, weather and grass growth practical experience is required. Shed management, ability to main shed to a high standard  Tractor work, practical experience with a feedout wagon in a timely manor Heat Detection, record keeping and drafting during mating  Identify, record and treat sick and lame cows with accuracy Primary school bus available to Mt Somers primary school Secondary school bus available to Mt Hutt College Methven

Our stunning family-owned farm is situated on 582 Ha 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 seeking a proactive farm assistant 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 who is serious about growing their career as we do...

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Second-in-Charge (2IC) to join our team at Amberside Farm, located just 30 minutes from Ashburton. About the Farm 900-cow dairy operation Modern farming systems with 100% pivot irrigation Supportive and experienced team environment Strong focus on teamwork, animal welfare, and farm performance Located in a welcoming rural community with excellent schools, sports clubs, and family-friendly amenities What We Offer Competitive remuneration package Quality 3-bedroom home plus sleepout Opportunity to develop your leadership and farm management skills Positive workplace culture where your contribution is valued Great work-life balance within a supportive team Potential part-time employment opportunity for a spouse or partner, assisting with calf rearing during the season About You Previous dairy farming experience Strong communication and leadership skills Positive attitude and willingness to work as...

We have a position available for Dairy Farm Assistant role, on our 560-cow farm. The position is based in Canterbury area in New Zealand. This is full-time, permanent position guaranteeing at least 30 hours of work per week, but you will usually work between 30 to 40 hours per week. The pay rate is $26 per hour. Dairy Farm Assistant is responsible for working closely with the contract milker/Assistant Manager/Herd Manager to run the farm efficiently. His primary focus is on the day-to-day operations of the farm, aiming to maximize productivity and efficiency. He collaborates with the contract milker and other farm management/staff. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Milking: Dairy Farm Assistant actively participates in milking operations starts from early morning. Milking 560 cross breed cows. Feed pas setting. Equipment handling: Experience with riding 2-wheelers and tractor experience will be valuable as we have feed pad. Calving and Mating: Good experience in these areas is...

We are seeking a person with at least 2 years experience in the New Zealand Dairy Farm industry who is willing to work with a great long standing team, milking 1000 cows through a a modern 60 bale rotary shed. Pivot irrigation.   Located in Mt Alford Canterbury   Modern two bedroom house available. School bus at the gate   Role Responsibilities: Milking: Manage an efficient, hygienic, and stress-free daily milking routine and train junior staff on correct techniques.   Animal Health & Welfare: Diagnose common ailments, administer treatments, and manage calving, mating, and reproduction records in line with farm policy.   Feeding & Pasture: Assist in setting break fences, allocating feed, and ensuring high pasture utilization, under the direction of the Farm Manager.   Staff Management: Supervise and train junior and relief staff, fostering a strong team and safety culture.   Environment & Maintenance: Monitor...

Enthusiastic Calf Rear & relief milker Needed for 900 cows! Calf rearer/ relief milker – 2026 / 27 Season Beautiful farm Great Team  Keen to be part of something rewarding ?  We’re looking for a motivated calf rearer to join us for the 2026/27 season on our farm where culture, performance, and people genuinely matter. We’re a supportive, positive team who enjoy the work we do and look out for each other — but we’re also serious about farming well. We have high expectations when it comes to animal health and having high attention to detail in the calf shed. If you take pride in doing a job properly and want to keep lifting your standards, you’ll fit right in. What you can expect: A fun, respectful, and well-organised work environment Clear systems and expectations Supportive employers who value good communication Opportunities for extra work within the business A farm set-up with a focus on efficiency and best practice with amazing...

we are looking for a reliable calf Rearer to join our team for the up coming calving season, some experience would be ideal as you will be working alone most of time, jobs would include tubing new born's ,teaching to feed on feeders, administering medication to any sick ones, we are an adlib farm so keeping feeding barrels and trophs clean to insure we dont get scours in the pens. Some extra work on farm may be available to make up hours at the start, that can be discussed at the interview. We can offer temporary accommodation just over calving if needed. You must have patience and a down to earth attitude, also have a love and kindness for animals.

🐄 Ready for your next challenge?  Our Mr Gingerbread support block which runs R1 and R2 heifers along with wintering cows on crop, using a pasture-based farming system with a strong focus on animal welfare. We’re seeking a driven Grazing Block Assistant to join our team.  📍  Location: Just 18 mins from Ashburton and 75 mins from Christchurch: Peak herd 3000 R2’s and 3000 R1’s Pivot/Kline irrigation 🛠️ About the Role: This is a permanent, full-time position focused on: Pasture allocation and stock management Tractor work (feeding out, fencing, general yard duties)   🌱   About Us:  Dairy Holdings Ltd operates over 60 dairy farms and over 20 support blocks that has been operating for over 20 years. We pride ourselves on our approach that is based around our people, our process, and our pasture, always with the health and safety of our people first and foremost. We aim to be an employer of choice, with excellent training and development...

Set 20km north of Ashburton, Jamieson Dairies is Spectrum Group’s flagship dairy operation — a large-scale, high-performing business powered by a strong team and experienced leadership. Jamieson Dairies is looking for a Herd Manager to join their team.  The preferred applicant will be favourable if they have: -have a minimum of 3 years experience in NZ farming  - have assisted with training of junior staff - have experience with plant management  - have experience with pasture management Key activities in this role (but are not limited to); milking cows (responsible for plant set up/cows in and out of shed/plant and dairy hygiene), feed management (responsible for shifting irrigators/management of cows allocated to paddocks/fert spreading/break fencing), general care of stock (responsible for stock care/animal health treatments), farm maintenance (responsible for weed spraying/tidy work environment), stock records, staff management (assists with staff supervision and...

We are looking for an experienced farm worker (2+ years) to work as a Herd Manager on a 700-cow farm in the Ashburton area. The farm is located  10-15 minutes to Ashburton, 30 minutes from Mt Hutt Ski Field. This role is open to NZ Citizens/Residents only. You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested and developing including: Milking and monitoring milk quality stock handling and feeding (feed mgt), fencing, weed control, calving, calf rearing, shed maintenance & preparation, tractor operation for feeding out, baling, mowing and silage  monitoring, recording and maintaining animal health and other general farm duties. Candidates must have competent and strong milking, centre pivot, and tractor work experience. Weekly hours are a minimum of 40 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...