40 farm assistant jobs found in Culverden

You will need to be physically fit, able to speak good English, and have a positive attitude.  Experience isn't essential, but would be advantageous. The farm is part of a wider family farming group, with a proven record of staff progression.  We will encourage off-farm learning for the right person.  The roster will be 8/3 7/3 for the majority of the season, with a different roster set up for calving. You must be able to drive a 2 wheel motorbike.  You will be working alongside a contract milker, 2IC and another farm assistant.  This season we will be milking approximately 870 Friesian cross cows through a modern 60 bale rotary cowshed.  The cows have Allflex collars, the shed has protrack, ACR's,  and auto teat spray making for an efficient 1-man milking operation through the course of the season. The farm is well appointed, with 3 main laneways reaching out from a centrally located cowshed.  The farm is roughly half flats, ranging up into rolling downs.  The farm is located...

Hi  we are looking for a fixed term Farm Assistant / Relief Milker. The peak milking cows 1130. Someone who love cows and like to work around them. key jobs.  milking . plant wash. getting cows for milking.  shed / yard wash. other basic stuff. some experience in nz dairy will be great but training can be given to right person. Note we are not accrediated employer . so can't help with visa. Thanks Ranvy

A position has become available on our 680 cow, 54 bail rotary shed, based in the beautiful Hurunui District town of Rotherham. the local school ( yr 0-6) is just 2km up the road. Culverden is 10min car drive away with a local area school, grocery store and other small town shops. Hanmer Springs is just a 30 minute drive North with the beautiful hot pools, endless hiking and mountain biking at your door.  Our job is for someone who has an eye for detail, enjoys working by them selves or within a team, and takes pride in the farm and cow shed.  we are currently heading into our 7th season contract milking on the family farm. We milk TAD most of the season running 3 staff on a 8 on 2 off 8 on 3 off roster along side the 2 of us helping out and being on farm.  We winter our cows on a run off block which is 5min drive up the road. we also help out during the season when needed with young stock.  your daily jobs are including but not limited to:  *milking cows *feeding cows/...

Looking for an enthusiastic, team minded person to work on our family farm near Oxford. Milking 740 through 60 bale rotary.  Lead with Pride accredited so expecting candidate to be as engaged as us with this. Strictly drug and smoke free. Four permanent staff plus relief milkers, all pitching in to do the job. Must be passionate about farming and learning to be their best.  Must have previous dairy farm experience as farm assistant. NZ resident/citizens only please. The candidate should enjoy day to day tasks such as milking and be observant and able to spot the abnormal (e.g. lameness/mastitis). Also be willing to take on responsibility. Accommodation available suitable for single person only, no dogs.

We are looking for a Farm Assistant We are based on the Kaikoura Flat, a short 5 minute drive from Kaikoura township. We milk 950 cows through a 60 bail rotary, with twice a day milking for most of the year. The milking shed has recent technology including, Protrack, ACR’s, automatic teat spray, SCC and milk monitoring capabilities. We are targeting a driven individual that wants to develop themselves, with support of our experienced farm management team. Key aspects- ·        All aspects of milk harvesting and cleaning in the shed ·        Able to use technology such as halter ·        Identifying sick or lame cows ·        Safe use of equipment such as tractor feed out wagons ·        Control of weeds and farm maintenance The role comes with a 5 and 2 roster, and a competitive salary. The ideal candidate will have some experience on a dairy farm in New Zealand. References required. If currently not able to work in New Zealand please do not apply

Top 400 cows twice a day, the rest once a day morning only, everything once a day March to end of May. We have a system that allows for not getting cows in, they walk themselves to milking while the coffees being drunk. Calves are grazed off farm from January till they return in May the following year as in calf. All ground work is done in house so plenty of tractor work available. We are looking for a permanent staff member to jump aboard our team once our Scottsman's visa has run out in November. Preferably chasing a character that knows how to jump into battle when the busy time is on. Must have a can do attitude and be willing to get their hands dirty, be able to laugh and have a genuine interest in dairy farming. 3 bedroom house with log burner. Firewood available on farm. We are NOT accredited, work visas welcome

We are on the lookout for a senior Farm Assistant to join our small team in Sheffield. Start date: ASAP Location: 5min to Sheffield, and 10min to Darfield. Milking 650 xbred cows through a new 54 bale rotary with ACRs, auto teat spray, atip drafting and inshed feeding. The farm is a flat 156ha property that is irrigated mainly by pivots. On farm staff is the Contract Milker (+wife occasionally helping out), 2IC, and this farm assistant role. We are looking for someone experienced and capable of all tasks on farm and will be paid according to experience.  The successful applicant must have a minimum of 2 seasons experience on a New Zealand based dairy farm. Must be able to drive a tractor and ride a 2 wheeler. We run a 7-2, 7-2, 7-3 roster for a majority of the season with 6 weeks of 6on 1off over calving. A 2 bedroom home provided with Heatpump and fire. Competitive remuneration will be dependent on experience.

Bavin Dairies Limited is a progressive dairy farming business located in the Nelson Lakes. We are committed to high animal welfare, excellent farming practices, and supporting our team. We pride ourselves on creating a positive workplace where everyone works together during one of the busiest and most rewarding times of the dairy season. About the Role We are looking for a motivated and reliable Farm Assistant to join our team for the peak calving period from 1 September through to 30 November. This role Might suit someone on a Working Holiday Visa who wants to experience New Zealand dairy farming while working alongside an experienced team. You’ll be involved in a wide range of day-to-day farm duties, with a strong focus on calving and caring for newborn calves. Key Responsibilities ● Assisting with calving and monitoring cows. ● Feeding and caring for newborn calves. ● Milking cows as part of the farm roster. ● Shifting stock and setting...

Our beautiful farm sits at Inchbonnie, right in the heart of the Lake Brunner catchment on New Zealand's stunning West Coast. Mountains, rivers and native bush framing every view, with Lake Brunner itself just down the road. Moana's 15 minutes away, Greymouth and Hokitika 45, Christchurch a couple of hours. It's the kind of setting people travel the world to see, and you'd get to live here. Currently seeking to fill the position of a strong Dairy Farm Assistant to join our family contract milking team. If you have a partner who can calf rear and relief milk under supervision, this will complement our team brilliantly. Our cows are everything to us; their health and wellbeing come first, always, and that's not going to change. So strong animal husbandry skills and a genuine instinct for animal health are essential — this isn't optional, it’s the core to who we are. We calf in Spring and do not Winter Milk. To make the shortlist: minimum 1 year of NZ dairy experience, and you...

Seeking a experienced, honest and reliable Relief Milker, that has excellent stock skills and management.   You must pass criminal and drug checks and be physically fit to be considered for the role. You must also have a full clean driving license and willing to work in a fast-paced environment. As a Relief Milker you are expected to work alongside the Farm Manager and other staff in: - milk harvesting - maintaining the cleanliness of the cow shed - operating and maintenance of effluent system - monitoring pasture, crop, and supplement management - monitoring stock feed - diagnosing animal ailments and conducting treatments - assisting in the erection and maintenance of fence. A good attitude and understanding of the day to day work on the farm is a must. You must be proactive at work. Must be eligible to work in New Zealand.  Pre-employment drug test is required.

We are looking for a honest and reliable person to join our team of 3. We are milking 660 cows on a 40 aside herringbone shed. Roster will be single rotation, 6 on 2 off. The farm is located in Dunsandel area, 15 minutes to Rolleston. Great location as it is on the thriving and fastest growing district of New Zealand, Selwyn District. You must be willing to be trained in all aspects of dairy farming. You must pass criminal and drug checks and be physically fit to be considered for the role. You must also have a full clean driving license and willing to work in a fast-paced environment. As a Farm Assistant, you are expected to work alongside the Farm Manager and other staff in: - milk harvesting - maintaining the cleanliness of the cow shed - operating and maintenance of effluent system - monitoring pasture, crop, and supplement management - monitoring stock feed - diagnosing animal ailments and conducting treatments - assisting in the erection and maintenance of...

We are on the lookout for a motivated, enthusiastic, and reliable individual with a little bit of sense of humor to join our dairy farming team.       We are located 10 minutes from Leeston, Southbridge and Rakaia    Milking peak cow numbers of 680 through a 50-bale rotary cow shed with in-shed feeding, and ACR's on 178ha, short walks for all stock, irrigated by 3 pivots, Fix-Grid and a small area of moving sprinklers.   Day to day duties include, but are not limited to:   A.M/P.M Milkings and daily hygiene practices   Setting break fences and shifting cows   Young stock management   Weed control   Tractor work   Repairs and maintenance of fencing and water systems   Managing the effluent system     What we are looking for:   Willingness to learn and progress in our awesome industry...

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.

Farm Assistant, Hari Hari. Farm assistant required for 420 cow herd situated in Hari Hari. We are seeking a person to work with the owner. The farm is situated 10 minutes from Hari Hari. Main duties of this position. Milking, putting cups on. Cleaning milking shed. Setting up feed breaks. Moving cows. Driving tractors. Fencing and other farm jobs. The farm has a 44 bale rotary shed with ACR’s and Protrack. Must be able to work in New Zealand. Single person's accommodation  is provided. The successful candidate should have worked in New Zealand for the past 2 years. Remuneration will be in in line with experience. The owner is committed to providing a safe and drug free workplace. The successful applicant will be required to pass drug and police checks. If this sounds like your next challenge, please send your cv to Simon Pontin consultant at [email protected] Please quote BF5

Farm assistant required located in Southbridge peak milking 1050 cows. Modern 48 bail Rotary Cowshed Mainly Pivot Irrigation with some K-lines and Sprinklers Full-time, Permanent Minimum 30 hours, Maximum 50 hours- $74,000 total package (including accommodation) What we are looking for,  Assisting with day-to-day herd operations, including animal health, production, and overall performance. Carry out sole charge milking Assisting with feed allocation and pasture management Setting up break fences Calf Rearing  Assisting to identify animal health issues  Operating and maintaining farm machinery (tractors, motorbikes) Training will be provided. Accommodation $200/ week Must be willing to share accommodation if required  No pets  Applicants must be legally required to work in New Zealand. 

Our beautiful 650Ha family owned and run dairy farm is located just a few minutes from the Methven, where there are great schools, shops, cafes etc and so much to do on your days off.  We think we are ideally situated to enjoy everything the South Island has to offer.   We milk our beautiful 800 cows through an updated 40 aside Herringbone shed, it has ACR and all the bells and whistles.  We produce only A2 milk so we have some very strict processes and procedures in place that must be adhered to, so having a good eye for detail is going to be an essential skill for you to have to come and work for us.   Having said that we are willing to train the right person.  We would like you to have at least 6-to-12-months experience under your belt so you must at least know how to milk cows.  We will teach you the rest but the things we can’t teach you that are essential are a willingness to learn, have a strong work ethic, be a team player, honest, reliable and have initiative....

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

Join a collaborative, high performing team Accommodation included Health and life insurance Great location – Just outside of Westport THE OPPORTUNITY Join the collaborative, high-performing team on our Dairy farm and gain hands-on experience across all areas of modern dairy farming. You’ll assist with tasks from milking, calving, and feeding stock to effluent management, spraying, and fencing, while learning the skills - including shed and animal health management, mating plans, and moving stock. This is a hands-on role for someone with a passion for farming, and a desire to grow their career in a collaborative, supportive environment.   ABOUT YOU You’re enthusiastic, hands-on, and ready to contribute to the team’s success. You’re eager to learn, develop your skills, and make a real impact on the farm. Ideally, you’ll also have: Experience in a similar dairy farming role, or a strong interest in developing one Good...

This is a fulltime position to commence 1 June 2026. The successful applicant will work with ourselves, farm owner/operator, the 2IC and one other staff member, they will take responsibility for assigned aspects of dairy shed hygiene/cleanliness; animal health; and milking.  The position involves, and is not limited to, feeding pasture/supplements, effluent management, maintenance, farm tidiness including weed spraying.   Be a team player Be skilled in operating tractors and machinery Ideally have had dairy industry experience. We are willing to teach if had other previous agricultural and farm animal handling experience Current full drivers license MUST be resident in New Zealand Be responsible and honest with a willingness to learn Must be willing to pat our friendly cows 

Motivated; reliable Farm Assistant required for a HALTER farm milking 1800 cows through a 80 bale rotary. No more getting cows in and no more standards and reels  We are looking for our next superstar to join our team. You must have a can-do attitude and be a great team player as team environment is everything to us.  Location: 15 minutes east of Ashburton   Your duties will include but not restricted too: Milking - Milking, c leaning milking shed, plant & vat and m onitoring milk quality Animals - Assist in safe handling of animals, observe and report any health and welfare issues as per farm policy.    Observe and report on wellbeing of all classes of stock.      Feed - Assist with weed control and gain an understanding about feed allocations and health issues associated with different feed types.   Environment - Understand how dairy effluent systems operate and how effluent affects the on-farm environment and be aware of regional council requirements...