29 farm assistant jobs found in Hamilton

We require an honest and motivated Farm Assistant to join our team milking 1200 cows.  No experience is required however you must be a team player with a can do attitude that genuinely enjoys working with animals. JOB DESCRIPTION Milking - Carries out milking as directed and develops correct skills to milk efficiency and safely Animals - Helps with moving and handling animals safely Feed - Controls weeds, assists with feeding cows, and calves including putting up break fences Environment - Assists with operation and maintenance of dairy effluent system and works in line with the farm effluent policy Machinery - Ride a motorbike safely Health and Safety - Identifies hazards, understands safety procedures and adheres to farm health and Safety policy Minimum 30 hours and maximum 50 hours per week PLEASE NOTE: No pets Shared accommodation only Random drug testing is undertaken in accordance with farm health and Safety policy You must have a clean...

Fixed Term Farm Assistant | Start Now – 1 October | Drive-In | 800 Cows | Rukuhia Are you looking for a role where you're part of a supportive team, your hard work is appreciated, and no two days are the same? Six17 Limited is looking for a Fixed Term Farm Assistant over calving to join our team from now until 1 October on our 800-cow dairy farm located just 10km from Hamilton and 22km from Te Awamutu. This is a great opportunity to gain valuable experience during one of the busiest times of the season while working alongside a positive, motivated team who enjoy helping each other succeed. Our farm is 240 effective hectares, a System 3 operation producing 475–490kgMS/cow through a modern 60-bail rotary with ACRs and the Afimilk animal management system. The farm is predominantly peat soils, requiring good stock management and attention to detail, particularly during wetter periods. As a Farm Assistant, you'll be involved in a wide range of...

Looking for two farm assistants for 140h farm milking 450 cows split calving. will be doing milking's, spraying weeds fencing an all other day today farm duties. No experience needed willing to teach the right person. Applicants will have to be drug free an maybe asked to do a drug test.

We are looking for someone with a team attitude and all those good things working in a team is all about....being punctual, reliable and work well with other people. If you think that's you..... We milk 1000 cows 6 minutes from Te Awamutu and 15 minutes from Cambridge. The shed is a 70 bail rotary with ACR's, Protrack auto drafting, auto plant and vat wash and in shed feeding. We have Allflex collars on the cows. The farm is well set up and we take pride in operating a tidy and productive farm. We are looking for a Farm Assistant to join our team to help with milking, tractor driving and general farm duties. You need experience working on a dairy farm in New Zealand and at least 1 year, current dairy farming experience. Experience milking in a rotary shed is an advantage. You will be competent operating 2 and 4 wheel motorbikes safely. You MUST be eligible to work in NZ. If you do not have citizenship/residency PLEASE DO NOT apply. Please clearly outline your work...

700 Cow Split Calving | 50 Bale Rotary | System 4/5 We are seeking a reliable and motivated Farm Assistant to join our 700-cow dairy farm. We operate a system 4/5,   split-calving system (250 autumn / 450 spring), milking through a modern 50-bale rotary fitted with ACRs and Protrack.  This is a great opportunity to be part of a supportive team working on a well-run operation with modern systems in place. The Role: You’ll be involved in all aspects of day-to-day farm operations, including: Milking Animal health Feeding out on feed pad  Calf rearing  General farm maintenance Effluent Management  What We’re Looking For: Dairy farming experience  Strong work ethic and reliability Great communication skills Able to work in a team environment What We Offer: Supportive contract milkers Training and upskilling opportunities Competitive pay based on experience 3-bedroom house available...

Hi we are looking for 1 farm Assiant for our team. we milk 1100 cows twice a day on 80 bale rotary  Jobs will include Milking  Fencing treating cows  spraying weeds  driving 2 wheeler, 4 wheeler and tractor  Experience is preferred we can provide training  must be reliable, trustworthy, puntual and have good work ethics and hygienic  Must have no drug addiction and no criminal convictions  looking for a single person. Accomodation is provided  No dogs 

Located 15 mins to Morrinsville & 15 mins to Matamata, the farm is very centrally located.  Our system 5, with feed pad, dairy unit milks 650 jersey cows through a 50 bale rotary on flat to rolling land.  We are seeking a Farm Assistant to join our team who is passionate about farming and keen to learn & progress, with good overall farming experience including tractor work.  Excellent communication and the ability to work together in a team are a must. If you are living in New Zealand, a NZ resident with 1+yrs full time NZ dairy experience, have your drivers licence and own reliable transport, and drug free, please apply online attaching your up to date CV and recent referees details. We are NOT Accredited Employers. Pre-employment drug testing will be undertaken and a Ministry of Justice criminal history check may be requested. A 90 day trial period will apply. For queries please email [email protected]. Anne Burdon Cardon Rural Recruitment CRR26026

Location: Waitoa, Waikato Reports to: Sharemilker, Manager, Assistant Manager Start date: 1 June 2026 Advertised: 20 January 2026 We are seeking an experienced and motivated individual to join our team on our 750-cow, 200-hectare dairy farm in Waitoa, operating a 50-bale rotary shed. This is a hands-on in the day-to-day farm operation. This role aligns with the DairyNZ 'Herd Manager' career pathway and offers the opportunity to further develop your skills in farm systems, people leadership and business performance. Purpose of the Role Assisting with the daily farm activities and the implementation of farm policies and plans. You will take responsibility for key operational areas, complete tasks with minimal supervision, and supervise and train staff as required. You will actively look for opportunities to improve efficiency and farm performance. Key Responsibilities Milking: Dairy Operations  Implement efficient and hygienic milking practices  Maintain a high standard of dairy...

Experienced Farm Assistant / Herd Manager We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Farm Assistant or Herd Manager to join our team on a well-run dairy farm located north of Morrinsville . This is an excellent opportunity for someone with sound dairy farming knowledge who is passionate about the industry and keen to continue developing their skills. We are looking for someone who enjoys being part of a team, takes pride in their work, and wants to build a long-term career in dairy farming, with opportunities for growth both on our farm and into the future. About the Farm 320-cow dairy herd System 2 dairy operation 34-aside herringbone shed with Automatic Cup Removers (ACRs) Well-maintained equipment and facilities Supportive, respectful, and progressive working environment The Role You will be involved in all aspects of the day-to-day running of the farm, including: Milking and shed management Animal health...

Note:  Start date is only indicitive, we are flexible on this. Only NZ residents please - no visa or international applications will be considered.  We will only open applications of those who send through a CV and cover letter.  We a looking for a young and ambitious Farm Assistant, who has at least the basic immediate skills to fill this role. We would like to mentor someone who wishes to grow into a managerial position within a 2 year time frame, and study to do so. We would hire as Farm Assistant to begin with, however a swift move up the ladder could be on the cards for the right person. If you exceed our expectations, we will re-classify and remunrate accordingly.  We have a rolling contour farm, a mixture of dry and wet areas, and special consideration to this aspect is a must in order for this farm to succeed. We have a 34 aside Herringbone Shed, with Automatic cup removers and in-shed feed system. We are moving into a System 3 Farm Structure.  We are a...

Job Description Milking - Assist in efficient and hygienic milking routine.   Follow procedure to produce high quality milk. Animals - Assist in safe handling of animals, report any health and welfare issues as per farm policy.   Assist with moving and handling animals safely and observe and report on wellbeing of all classes of stock.      Feed - Set break fences and feeds out as directed.   Assist with pasture and crop weed control and learn about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops.   Environment - Understand how dairy effluent systems operate and how effluent affects the on-farm environment and be aware of regional council requirements and their responsibilities to comply with these.   People - Work well with others, building a strong team culture.   Develop an understanding of what makes a good farm team, and how their actions affect the wider team.   Machine, vehicles, and technology - Safely use and maintain vehicles on farm as...

Looking for a supportive team this season? We're looking for a motivated Dairy Farm Assistant with at least one full season's experience to join our team. If you're reliable, use your initiative, communicate well, take pride in your home and workplace, and love working outdoors with animals, we'd love to hear from you! Why join us? We're proud of the team and culture we've built. We run an organised farm where everyone works hard, supports each other and enjoys coming to work. There are plenty of 5.30am smiles in the shed, and some mornings the radio isn't the only singing you'll hear over the sound of the milking plant. We've been on this farm for over 15 years and provide a supportive environment where people can learn, grow and enjoy what they do. We believe happy staff make a great team, and we work hard to create a workplace where people feel valued and respected. Whether you're looking to build your dairy career or you're already experienced and...

We are 50/50 share milkers milking 500 cows, autumn calving on a North Waikato Farm located in Te Kauwhata. The farm is in a great central location, 35 minutes to Hamilton and 50 minutes to Auckland. The farm is  close to Coromandel with beaches as close as 30 minutes away. The farm has a mixture of easy to rolling contour with a small portion of steeper paddocks at the back of the farm. Cow shed is 36 aside Herringbone with drafting and automatic teat sprayer. Being autumn calving we feed cows on the feed pad from March (start of calving) to around mid September until we can fully feed the cows on grass. We are seeking a trust worthy, reliable person with a genuine interest in dairy farming, we are supportive with off farm training, always happy to see people progressing through the industry. Please send through CV with current referees, look forward to hearing from you.

Due to personal reasons a staff member has left and we require a farm assistant to join our team. we milk 1250 cows through a 64 bale rotary. each person only cups 350-400 cows and then does other duty's while milking.  the cow shed is very efficient using protrack, cup removers and auto teat sprayer. Staff are on a 6/2 roster all year round. we have the young stock down the back of the farm with a well equip team to manage them. 

​We are looking for a farm assistant to join our team. ​Housing: 3-bedroom home included, only 8 minutes from town. ​ Full NZ License, NZ Resident/Citizen. (We are not an accredited employer). If you are a reliable person who puts the animals first, we’d love to hear from you.

We have a farm assistant role available. This role will assist with the day-to-day operations of the farm, working closely with the herd owning sharemilker.   We twice a day milk 360 cows on 115 hectares, through a modern 32 aside herringbone with automatic cup removers, on flat land 10 minutes from Matamata. Milking's are fast and efficient. The farm has great infrastructure and is set up with the daily operators in mind.   Daily jobs include but not limited to:   Milk harvesting   Stock handling and work   Tractor work    Weed and pest control   Assistance with general farm maintenance.   We are seeking someone who:    Has a positive can-do attitude   Is quiet with stock   Is a good communicator   Reliable and honest   Keen to learn and develop   Confident on a 2-wheel...

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 Role Badsha Farming Limited is seeking a reliable and hardworking Dairy Farm Assistant to join our dairy farming operation in Waikato. This is a permanent full-time role supporting the day-to-day operations of a busy dairy farm with approximately 400 peak cows. The successful applicant will work as part of a team and assist with general dairy farming duties to maintain efficient farm operations and animal welfare standards.   Key Responsibilities The duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Milking cows and maintaining milking hygiene standards Assisting with feeding and supplement distribution Setting up and shifting break fences Monitoring animal health and reporting any illness or injury promptly Checking and maintaining water troughs and farm infrastructure Weed spraying and grubbing Assisting with effluent management Moving and operating sprinklers and irrigation equipment Operating...

NO OVERSEAS APPLICANTS PLEASE - for NZ Citizens / residents ONLY 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 an efficient and hygienic milking routine. Follows procedure to produce high-quality milk.  Animals: Assists in the safe handling of animals, reports any health and welfare issues as per farm policy.  Feed: Controls weeds. Sets break fences and feeds out as directed.  Environment: Assists with nutrient, effluent and water management as directed by farm policy.  People: Works well with others, building a strong team culture Machine, Vehicles and Technology: Safely uses and maintains vehicles on farm as directed by on farm policy.  Health, safety and wellbeing: Involved in building a health, safety and wellbeing culture. Models' farms health, safety and...

Hello we are in Te Aroha, Waikato.  We milk 300 cows mainly Holsteins in a 30 a side Herringbone. Calvings are quick and easy here. We calf 3 times a year, 25 days at a time and we produced 9,800 litres and 778 milk solids a cow last season. We really like to look after our cows here, and feeding them well is top priority. We have Inshed feeding and a Feedpad.  We are looking for someone with previous farming experience, someone who has good stockmanship and is keen to learn and enjoy how we farm here.  There is also plenty of variety here from tractor driving, fencing, milking, all youngstock on farm and learning high input system and feeding cows.  We have a 2 bedroom house available and offer good pay and time off. We also show cows and are very much into our breeding. We make our own silage, hay and maize on farm and we also have all youngstock on farm as well as some beef stock.  start date negotiable. Valid worker visas can happy apply as well but not if you don’t...