51 jobs found in Hororata

Farm worker wanted - Immediate start. We are on the look out for someone to join our team on a 650 cow dairy farm in Hororata with an immidiate start, finishing at the end of September. Our roster is 9 days on, 3 days off, 7 days on, 2 days off. This means you will have either fr/sat/sun off or mon/tues. We're looking for someone with either : Dairy shed / milking experience or Calf rearing experience. The ideal candidate would be fit, efficient, reliable, able to work independently and happy working in a busy dairy farming environment. NZ citizens and residents only, as we are NOT an accredited employer. If you're interested or know someone who might be a good fit please get in touch. Please email your CV with references to [email protected]

We milk 1000 cows on a 50 bale rotary ACR farm run by a contract milker. we are looking for an experienced dairy farm assistant who will be working on a team of 5 lead by the contract milker. we will be on 6-2 roster. We are looking for a NZ resident or citizen. 

We are looking for an experienced farm worker (2+ years) for a Herd Manager role on a 1500 cow farm in the Hororata area. The farm is located 45 minutes west of Christchurch, milking through a 60 Bail Rotary shed with ACR. 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. Weekly hours are a minimum of 35 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...

We are looking for an experienced Tractor Driver and all round farm hand for our dairy farm. PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS ON A DAIRY PLATFORM BUT DOES NOT INVOLVE ANY STOCK WORK. This is a full time, fixed term position and starting 1st September until 30th of April.  There may be opportunity to extend this. Main Duties: Cultivation with Discs, Drilling, Rock Picking, Rolling, Mowing, Spraying of Liquid Fert and Fencing. Other duties, Weed Spraying, Planting of Native Shelter Belts, Operating 20 Tonne Digger and general maintenance. This position answers directly to farm owner, however good communication with Contract Milker and where required, farm staff is essential. Renumeration is dependant on levels of experience and skill and will be discussed at time of interview.   This is a full time role, but hours and work days to be discussed and confirmed.   A two bedroom flat is available if required. Must have the ability to work in New Zealand  Must have a clean,...

We are looking for a farm assistant  for a 1400-cow  through 70-bail rotary shed nearly new with ACR .farm is located in Hororata20 minutes from Darfield and 50 minutes from Christchurch We are seeking a person with  .  Strong work ethic and commitment to animal welfare,  to work well within a team and independently,  Good communication skills, also Physically fit and reliable. we will provide training for the right person  your role will be   Milking  Animal health monitoring/recording Being able to confidently identify mastitis or ill health within the herd Tractor work Fencing Assisting with calving

We are looking for a calf rearer to join our team starting mid of July. Rearing about 350 heifer calves plus bobbies and beefies at 4 days old. Roster 6 on 1 off, about 5 hours per day. We do not have accomodation available so this is a drive in position. We are located in Bankside, 5 minutes from Rakaia. If you are interested, please upload your cv and apply to this job.

🐄 Calf Rearer Wanted – Spring 2026  🐄 We're on the hunt for a motivated and reliable Calf Rearer to join our team from end of July through to mid-October. Located just 3 minutes from Sheffield. About the Role; You'll be responsible for rearing approximately 130 replacement heifer calves from birth through to weaning. This is a lead calf rearing position with the support of other on farm staff on busy days. Our calf system is straightforward and well set up: - All calves receive their first feed via tube feeding - Calves are then transitioned onto an ad-lib feeding system once they are trained on feeders. - Straw, Meal and fresh water all available in their pens and are checked/refreshed/topped up daily. The farm will calve 630 cows total. What We're Looking For; - Good common sense and a genuine care for animal welfare - Reliable and organised - Able to work independently while communicating well with the team - Previous calf rearing experience...

MUST BE CURRENTLY IN NEW ZEALAND TO APPLY - WE ARE NOT ACCREDITED EMPLOYERS We are seeking an farm assistant looking to progress or a current herd manager looking for a change. Ideally to start ASAP as calving is well under way. You will be joining a team consisting of husband and wife contract milkers, a female 2IC as well as relief milkers/temporary staff to cover busy periods. We peak milk 880 cows through a 60 bail rotary shed with in shed feeding, ACRs, Protack and Sensehub collars. The farm is majority pivot irrigation with some k-line. We are located between Dunsandel and Hororata, only 30 minutes from Rolleston. Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug test. REQUIREMENTS: Two years New Zealand dairy farming experience Forward thinking  Good communication and teamwork skills Efficiency when carrying out tasks Confident in tractor (feeding out etc.) Can notice issues in stock (lame, sick looking, skinny etc.) K-line experience a bonus (can move...

Herd Manager (Junior) – Progressive Dairy Farm | Near Dunsande l Grow your dairy career with a supportive team behind you. Gladfield Dairies is a progressive, people-first dairy operation milking 1,500 cows through a modern 60-bail rotary. We’re looking for a motivated Junior Herd Manager ready to step up, build confidence, and grow their skills alongside an experienced Farm Manager and supportive team. We run a tidy, well-maintained farm with modern systems, clear processes, and a tight-knit team of five who work hard and back each other. If you take pride in your work and want to keep improving, you’ll fit right in. What We Offer Real opportunity to grow and take on increasing responsibility Modern 60-bail rotary with ACRs, auto teat spray & drafting In-shed feeding Automatic vat and plant wash Supportive, experienced team environment Competitive pay based on experience Good 5/2...

Gladfield is a people first 650 ha agriculture operation based in Dunsandel.   We are looking for an energetic and experienced tractor driver to be part of our young team.       We run a very tidy well-maintained farm with our own workshop and mechanic.   A wide range of tractor work and machine operation is available from, Cultivation, Bailage, Mowing, Crop spraying, Harvesting, Loader work and Truck driving. What we offer        Genuine Friendly environment   Enthusiastic and down-to-earth team members   Well maintained and tidy operation with good leadership   Accommodation to suit   Great rural lifestyle, close to Christchurch and all amenities   School bus available at gate   Competitive pay based on experience.   Free beer on Fridays.   Good 5/2 roster and work life balance   Supportive team environment   The role   You will work closely...

2IC – Progressive Dairy Farm | Near Dunsandel Lead from the front. Work with good people. Be proud of where you farm. Gladfield Dairies is a progressive, people-first dairy operation running 1,500 cows through a modern 60-bail rotary. We’re looking for an experienced 2IC to step into a key leadership role and help drive performance, culture, and day-to-day operations alongside the Farm Manager. We run a tidy, well-maintained farm with modern systems, solid processes, and a tight-knit team of 6 who work hard and back each other. If you enjoy responsibility, problem-solving, and being part of a good crew — you’ll fit right in. What We Offer Genuine leadership responsibility and input into decisions. Modern 60-bail rotary with ACRs, auto teat spray & drafting. In-shed feeding. Automatic vat and plant wash. Supportive, experienced team environment. Competitive pay based on experience....

Herd Manager – 1,050 Cows | Rakaia, Canterbury Are you a passionate and skilled dairy professional looking to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a reliable, motivated Herd Manager to join our team on a modern 285 ha single-farm operation located in Rakaia, Canterbury . Working alongside a team of 6, you will play a hands-on role in daily herd performance, stock health, feed management, and maintaining high operational standards. Key Responsibilities Herd Health & Animal Welfare: Daily monitoring of herd health, mastitis control, lameness prevention, and executing treatment plans. Reproduction & Mating: Assisting with heat detection, Artificial Breeding (AB) preparation, and calving operations. Feed & Pasture Management: Executing daily feed allocations, monitoring pasture quality, and assisting with feed budget implementation. Milking Operations: Maintaining efficient, high-standard milking routines and milk...

NOTE: We are not accredited so NZ residents/citizens only please. Dairy Farm Assistant required to join our friendly team of 5 We are looking for a reliable and motivated team member on our farm located 8 minutes from Rakaia, 15 minutes from Leeston, and 30 minutes from Rolleston. This is a full-time, permanent position, with a comfortable family home provided. School buses for local high school and primary schools at farm boundary. Join a supportive team on a fully self-contained dairy farm.  Start date flexible. Farming 1000 dairy cows located alongside the Rakaia River. Our fully self contained operation rears all stock from day one, with calves raised through to joining the milking herd. We pride ourselves on excellent stock care, strong team culture, and well-maintained infrastructure. This is a hands-on role suited to someone who enjoys working in a team and is passionate about dairy farming. You will have good communication skills, are not afraid to seek...

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 40 hour week salary package (negotiable based on experience) Shared accomodation 2bedroom 2bathroom house with fireplace can be fully furnished if needed Close to Mt Hutt Ski Field Supportive team environment What We’re Looking For Minimum Restricted Driver Licence Dairy...

Enthusiastic Farm Assistant Needed for 900 cows! Farm Assistant – 2026 / 27 Season Beautiful farm Great Team  Keen to be part of something rewarding ?  We’re looking for a motivated farm assistant 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 facilities  What...

We are looking for a motivated, honest and reliable Herd Manager to join our team. We milk twice a day 970 cows through a 60 bale automated rotary. Your duties will include setting up the shed and bringing cows in for milking, assisting with milking, identifying cows for health problems, moving break fences, assist in calving cows, basic pasture management and willing to learn more have great stock sense, assist in treating lame cows and detecting mastitis and other farm jobs. Experience in dairy farming required. Approximately 10 minutes from Methven township and 15 mins from Ashburton. Our current roster is 6 on 2 off all year round To be eligible, you must be already living in New Zealand. Accommodation can be provided. To be considered you must - Provide a current CV - Have at least 1 year experience working on a New Zealand Dairy farm Must provide verifiable references of previous employment history - Be physically fit - Must hold a clean Full drivers license - Confident...

 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...

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...

Chertsey Dairies is hiring for a drive in milker (no accomodation available) to assist with milking 950 cows in 50 bale cowshed with cup removers from approximately 27 July. Hours and days of work are flexible but will be a minimum of 6hrs per day paid at $30 per hour. More general farm work available for the right person if that suits. To apply you must currently be in NZ and already legally entitled to work in NZ. What’s the farm like? Located 10 minutes from Ashburton and Rakaia; Chertsey Dairies is an 230ha dairy farm milking 950 cows at peak through a 50 bail rotary with in shed feeding and cup removers. Chertsey Dairies is sharemilked by Ashpouri Ltd which is run by Will and Kim Grayling and is operated alongside Singletree Dairies who milk 2400 cows. We are proud of the operation we run so are willing to provide references. To get a better idea of what we’re about, check out our popular facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Ashpouri/

We are looking for someone to join our team in the next few weeks Our farm has been running with 3 full time staff with support from relief staff but as we move into the next chapter in our farming operations we believe we have room for a herd manager to come on board.  Our farm is located 10 minutes from Ashburton township. Split over two blocks we run at peak 700 mainly freisan cross bred cows. As a mostly self contained unit we tend to our young stock throughout the year and winter our own cows. Our cows are at the heart of our operation. Our successful applicant must have a genuine love for these animals. We run a 6 and 2 roster over calving and are looking to move to a 6 and 2, 6 and 3 roster after calving. A bit about our farm 40 a side herringbone shed, with in shed feeding. ACRs Auto plant wash Afi milk collars with health monitoring, auto drafting & mating system Farm irrigated with pivots, plus some klines and long line skids. We are looking...