64 farm assistant jobs found in Galatea

Milking: Assists in efficient and hygienic milking routine. Follows procedure to produce high quality milk. Carries out simple milk harvesting tasks as directed, and is developing correct skills to milk. Animals: Assists in safe handling of animals, reports any health and welfare issues as per farm policy. Assists with moving and handling animals safely, and observes and reports on wellbeing of all classes of stock Feed: Controls weeds. Sets break fences and feeds out as directed. Assists with pasture and crop weed control, and is learning about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops. Machine, vehicles and technology: Safely uses and maintains vehicles on farm as directed by on farm policy People: Works well with others, building a strong team culture. Is aware of the opportunities available to them in their personal and career goals, and is beginning to look for opportunities to move to the next level in their career. Health, safety and...

🐄 Farm Assistant – Milking 1250 Cows (60-Bail Rotary, ACRs, Protrack) Location: Rerewhakaaitu Position: Full-time Farm Assistant Start Date: negotiable 🚫 Please note: This position is not accredited and we are unable to support visa applications. Applicants must currently be living in New Zealand with the legal right to work. We’re looking for a motivated Farm Assistant to join our friendly team on a progressive dairy operation milking 1,250 cows through a 60-bail rotary shed equipped with ACRs and Protrack . 🧑‍🌾 About the Role You’ll be part of a team of 6 helping to ensure efficient, high-quality milk production and excellent animal welfare. Daily tasks include: Milking in a modern 60-bail rotary shed (ACRs, Protrack) Animal health checks and assisting with treatments Shed hygiene and milk quality monitoring Feeding, calf rearing, and general farm duties Moving and feeding stock (including tractor work if experienced)...

We are looking for a keen, reliable and honest person to join our team, located 25 minutes from Rotorua in Waikite Valley. The job entails working alongside the long term sharemilker on a family farm with 4 other team members in the day to day running and improving of a 390 ha dairy farm. The farm currently calves 1200 cows in spring through a 60 bail rotary cowshed with automatic cup removers, teat wand, auto drafting and cowmanger.  The successful applicant will need to be a good team player and eligible to work in New Zealand. An ability to ride a 2 wheel motorcycle is also essential.  Also a current driver’s licence and a can do attitude.  Please provide at least two references along side your cv.  Housing is provided and will depend on the size of your family. Salary package is negotiable depending on experience and skill set.

Due to a staff member with a health condition arising unexpectedly; preventing them from fulfilling this role. We are after someone for a unique role on a 740 cow dairy farm located in Tirohanga, 30km NW of Taupo. We are a Halter farm. NOTE - We are not an accredited employer. Its for a part time labour unit with guaranteed 40 hours per fortnight. Some weeks will be the equivalent of full time if other staff are having annual leave etc. A tidy 3 bedroom home with fireplace and garaging is available for this position. There is also the potential for tractor driving, fencing, calf rearing etc available for the right person. Im happy to discuss this in person. Also in the area there is a real shortage of relief milkers.

We are seeking an honest and reliable senior dairy farm assistant to join our team.  Our beautiful farm is located 40 minutes from Tauranga crossing and 10 minutes from Ngongotaha town with great schools nearby.  Milking 650 cows peak through a 50 bail rotary with ACR's and in shed feeding. Team of 3 full time with additional staff over calving. This role requires: honest and reliable team member with good communication skills.  assistance with daily milking and daily farm operations. perform general farm duties, including milking, break fences, maintenance  of farm equipment. ensure cleanliness and order in the milking shed and around farm. be able to identify animal health issues. have good self management skills, work well in a team and alone.  operate farm machinery- 2 wheeler, quad bike and tractor Safely and efficiently  adhere to health and safety guidelines.  1 full season is required,  training will be provided.  This farm is drug free...

Senior Farm assistant position available 30 minutes east of Taupo. 3 bedroom house with internal garage. 1300 cows milked through a 80 Bale Rotary.  Position will suit a couple with relief milking and part time work on farm available over calving and mating. Position could also suit two people wanting to share accommodation and a fulltime plus part time position. 

NZ CITIZENS ONLY PLEASE About the farm The property was converted to dairy from forestry in 2019, with extensive thought put into the layout and infrastructure. the cowshed is a fully automated 60 bail rotary,  with inshed feeding along with a feedpad, we milk 1050 cows TAD year round from August - May. the farm is equipped with cow manager so knowledge of this would be beneficial but not essential. we run a simple system, where nobody milks more than once per day to get out on the farm. Machinery is of a high level, along with excellent shedding and housing.  We feed winter and summer crops to achieve being self contained with all young stock remaining on the property. the home available is a 4 bedroom brick home, double garage with internal access, fireplace with wetback, ensuite off master bedroom. the farm belongs to a larger corporate entity, so opportunities for growth are limitless What we are looking for 2+ seasons experience ability to ride...

At Grasslands, we farm together for better. We’re proud to be building a culture where people, pride, and performance come together to create lasting value for our communities, shareholders, and each other. We are   excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for a   motivated Senior Farm Assistants to become part of our team and build your skills to enhance your farming career.  The farm is 350 effective hectares of mostly flat to gently rolling terrain, with some steeper sidling's. We milk 1,000 crossbred, spring-calving cows through a modern 80-bail rotary cowshed. The operation is pasture-based, supported by in-shed feeding systems and modern machinery to ensure efficient farm management. The farm is situated 20kms from the township of Tokoroa which offers a wide range of facilities and shopping options together with several schooling options.  Rotorua, Tauranga and Taupo are all within an hour’s drive of the farm. We’re seeking a Senior Farm Assistant who brings:...

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Herd Manager to join our progressive farming operation in Tokoroa What we offer Competitive remuneration package 3 Bedroom house provided (NO DOGS) 5 on, 2 off roster for most of the season  3 on, 1 off roster during calving Work in a 50-bale rotary shed Modern farm infrastructure Opportunities for growth and career development  Key duties Milking and shed operations Animal health and general stock work Calving assistance during the calving season Cleaning and maintaining the dairy shed What we’re looking for A strong work ethic and positive attitude Good animal handling skills Ability to work early mornings and flexible hours during busy periods Ability to work well independently and as part of a team Attention to detail and a focus on animal welfare Previous dairy farming experience  Strong animal husbandry skills  Drug-free and reliable  If you are looking for an...

At Grasslands, we farm together for better. We’re proud to be building a culture where people, pride, and performance come together to create lasting value for our communities, shareholders, and each other. Grasslands Waikato is currently looking for an experienced Farm Assistant on our farm that  is 355 effective hectares of predominately flat to rolling contour, with a few steeper sidling’s, milking 1000 cross bred, spring calving cows through an 80-bail modern rotary cowshed.  The model is pasture based, the shed has in shed feeding facilities, and the farm is equipped with all modern machinery required to run the property effectively. The farm is situated 20 mins drive from the township of Tokoroa which offers a wide range of facilities and shopping options together with several schooling options.  Rotorua, Tauranga and Taupo are all within an hour’s drive of the farm. So, what are we looking for?   We are looking for a Farm Assistant who: - ·         Has...

We are looking for a reliable and motivated Farm Assistant to join our team on a well-equipped dairy farm. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working with animals, takes pride in doing a job well, and can work as part of a team in a busy farm environment. What we offer 5 on, 2 off roster for most of the season 3 on, 1 off roster during calving Work in a 50-bale rotary shed Modern farm technology including: Automatic cup removers Automatic teat spray Protrack drafting system Key duties Milking and shed operations Animal health and general stock work Calving assistance during the calving season Cleaning and maintaining the dairy shed and equipment Feeding and general farm duties Assisting with pasture and farm maintenance as required What we’re looking for A strong work ethic and positive attitude Good animal handling skills Ability to work early mornings and flexible hours during busy periods...

Join Our Dynamic Dairy Team in Beautiful Taupō, New Zealand! Are you passionate about dairy farming and ready to contribute to a thriving grass-based operation? PB11 Farms Limited is seeking a dedicated 2 Farm Assistant to join our team at Kakaho Dairy Farm, located just 15 minutes from Whakamaru and 35 minutes from Taupō. Our 404-hectare rolling-to-flat farm runs as a System 2 operation with a peak herd of 1200 cows. We milk 50% once-a-day (OAD) and 50% twice-a-day (TAD) from the start, switching fully to OAD by the end of December. About the Role As a Farm Assistant, you'll play a key part in our day-to-day operations, working with minimal supervision alongside our team of 5 staff members. Your responsibilities will include: Carrying out milk harvesting tasks safely, efficiently, and correctly, while assisting with milk quality issues and maintaining dairy hygiene. Moving and handling animals safely, identifying and diagnosing health issues, assisting with...

We are a well-established 230 hectare dairy farm milking approximately 680 cows in Tokoroa, Waikato. The farm operates a moderate feed input system with a strong focus on animal welfare, pasture management, milk quality, and sustainable farming practices. We provide a supportive working environment and modern farming systems. The farm is conveniently located just 15 minutes from Tokoroa town, 1 hour from Hamilton, 30 minutes to Rotorua, 45 minutes to Taupo and 1 hour to Tauranga, offering the benefits of rural living while remaining close to schools, shops, and essential services. This is an excellent location for individuals or families seeking a balance between farming and town amenities.

Wairarapa Moana Incorporation is an innovative and progressive farming business and an equal opportunities employer. Our vision and values are to nurture our people, place and future. Our portfolio includes a large, dairy farming operation covering over 5,500ha in the Mangakino district. We are seeking a motivated Farm Assistant to join our team immediately.  Experience in dairy farming and animal management skills preferred.  We are seeking a motivated Permanent PART TIME Farm Assistant to join our team immediately.  Experience in dairy farming and animal management skills preferred. DRIVE IN ROLE. This role will involve milking, operating farm machinery, animal husbandry, farm maintenance and pasture management. Applicants must have previous experience, a positive attitude and willingness to learn.  Minimum guaranteed hours per week are 44. If you believe that you have the skills, knowledge and experience to be successful in this role, forward your CV and...

Purpose of the position: Assists with daily operational tasks as directed, including feeding, milking, animal health, effluent. Is aware of on-farm compliance, e.g. health, safety, and wellbeing; environment, animal welfare, etc. Milking : Assists in efficient and hygienic milking routine. Follows procedure to produce high quality milk. Carries out milk harvesting tasks as directed and is developing the correct skills to milk efficiently and safely. • Helps set up dairy prior to milking and on time. • Milks cows efficiently and safely, as directed. • Uses backing gate well. • Teat sprays well. • Marks cows well. Understands factors that affect milk quality, and the reasons for regulations around milk quality safety. • Understands the cost and implications of grading milk and high somatic cell counts. • Helps manage ‘dirty cows’. • Implements dairy hygiene requirements. Assists with cleaning and maintain the milking plant and farm dairy equipment and reports any faults...

Due to an unexpected change, we are looking for a motivated Farm Assistant to join our team immediately. We milk 530 cows through a 44-aside herringbone shed and are seeking someone with a minimum of six months' dairy farming experience who is looking for a stable, long-term opportunity. Key responsibilities include: Milking cows twice daily Feeding calves when required Identifying and, with experience, treating mastitis Record keeping Vat and plant washing Temporary fencing General farm maintenance The successful applicant must be confident riding both two-wheel motorbikes and quad bikes . Tractor experience would be an advantage but is not essential. We're looking for a positive, hardworking team player with a strong work ethic who takes pride in achieving excellent results. You'll be joining a supportive, dynamic team that values reliability, initiative, and a willingness to learn. Health...

We are looking for a casual or fixed term staff member to help mornings on our OAD dairy farm.  The job is mainly milking but could also include feeding out on the feed pad, fencing or weed spraying.  Experience milking cows is preferred. Applicants must currently reside and be eligible to work in NZ and hold a full driver's license.  Hours/days of work per week are flexible.

To help with most farm duties, milking, calving, feeding out, fencing, etc, with other staff. Must be confident in riding 2 wheel motorbikes.

About the Farm Our farm features a 40‑a‑side herringbone shed equipped with ACRs, a well‑set‑up feed pad, and machinery including smaxtec monitoring system and drafting gate to support efficient daily operations. We run an effective team of two staff plus the sharemilker. We operate a fortnightly pay period with a variable rotating roster. The Role Main duties include: Milking (solo milking experience preferred) General day‑to‑day farm tasks Assisting with young stock and once‑a‑day milked animals Shed hygiene, animal health monitoring, and feeding Effluent management Tractor operation (required) Payloader training provided Roster Structure Year‑round: 7 days on / 2 days off   - 3 days on / 2 days off rotating roster Accommodation A modern two‑bedroom home with a single garage and heat pump is available. Dogs are not permitted. What You Will Bring 1–2 years dairy farming experience preferred...

We have a job for a dairy farm assistant who must have 1+ year dairy farm experience and be a resident/citizen as employer will not be accredited . This is for a 730-cow farm in the Matamata area, 55 minutes from Hamilton & Tauranga, milking through an 54 Bail Rotary shed. 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 40 and a maximum of 55. Since farm work is dependent on a number of unknown factors like weather and animals, should you work beyond the agreed maximum hours in a fortnightly pay period, you will be paid the agreed overtime hourly rate for any hours beyond the maximum hours. The schedule may vary; Roster is 12 days on, 2 days off...