25 jobs found in Invercargill

🐄 Herd Manager – Otatara, Southland We’re seeking a capable and motivated  2IC  to join our progressive sharemilking operation just minutes from Invercargill. 🏡 A brand-new three-bedroom home with garaging is provided for the successful applicant. About the Farm: We milk Peak milk 560 cows through a 38-a-side herringbone shed with ACRs. The farm is right beside the Invercargill Airport and only 3 km from the CBD . We’re moving toward System 4 next season with in-shed feeding completed last May Infrastructure includes two wintering barns (one doubling as a 500-cow feed pad )  About the Role: As 2IC, you’ll work alongside the sharemilkers and be responsible for key day-to-day operations, including: Milking and shed hygiene (plant wash, ACRs, teat spraying) Pasture allocation and grass management Feeding out and tractor operation Effluent system management and maintenance Fencing, weed control, and general farm maintenance...

We are seeking an experienced farm worker (1-2+ years) to work as a Herd Manager on a 600-cow farm located approximately 20 minutes west of Invercargill, milking through a 40 Aside Herringbone shed. You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested and developing including:   - Milking and monitoring milk quality, - stock handling and feeding - fencing, weed control, - calving, calf rearing, - shed maintenance & preparation,   - tractor operation for feeding out, fertiliser, mowing and silage - monitoring, recording and maintaining animal health and other general farm duties. Weekly hours are a minimum of 30, with an average of 45 and a maximum of 60. Roster will follow a double rotation of 8 days on, 3 days off then 8 days on, 2 days off for the rest of the year. Wages are hourly rate, depending on experience. Candidates must have previous dairy farming experience and are required to provide at least 2 references. To be considered you must:...

PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU CURRENTLY LIVE IN NZ! WE DO NOT DO SPONSORSHIPS. All applicants applying out of country will not be considered. Thankyou. Farm Assistant / Senior Herd Manager (Invercargill) Immediate Start (Flexible for the Right Applicant) We are looking for a motivated and reliable Farm Assistant or Senior Herd Manager to join our team of 6 on a dairy farm located 10 minutes from Invercargill. The Farm 800 cows milked through a 44 ASHB shed 330ha dairy platform, 600ha total operation 500 head of young stock (R1 & R2 cattle) Flat farm Team of 6 staff What We Offer 11 days on, 3 days off roster Average 55-hour week salary package (negotiable based on experience) 2bedroom house with heat pump  Close to Ōreti Beach Supportive team environment What We’re Looking For Minimum Restricted Driver Licence Dairy farming experience preferred Positive attitude and strong work ethic Ability to work well within a team and independently  Tractor experience is...

We are on the lookout for two staff members to join our small team based 20 minutes out of invercargill in Southland My partner and I contract milk two farms two minutes apart milking 420 spring calving friesian cows on each farm. We are looking for a 2ic and a farm assistant for the upcoming season starting June the 1st. Though we would be happy for someone to start earlier than this. Both farms have excellent infrastructure and machinery including a 40 aside herring-bone and 50 bail rotary sheds with acrs, in shed feeding and automated wash and drafting systems. Both farms also utilise wintering barns/feed pads and are maintained to a very high standard. We are very passionate about our stock and strive for the best results. We set high standards of animal health, dairy hygiene and general farm tidiness. The 2IC role will be based full time on one of the farm while the farm assistant will work between both properties with transport provided. We will run a 6 on 1 off...

Due to genuine reasons we are looking for a Herd Manager or Farm Assistant for a 300ha farm in Tussock Creek. Peak milking 900 cows 54 bail rotary with ACR’s Protrak and Allflex Collars Good infrastructure and systems Supportive team environment  Accomodation is a 3 bedroom house, with a heatpump and fire Start date negotiable We are NOT an Accredited Employer so please only apply if you are a NZ citizen or have NZ residency.

We require an honest and reliable person to assist with all aspects of farming tasks on our farm located at Kapuka, Southland. Milking 600 cows through 40 a side herringbone shed. Applicant would need to be punctual, reliable and has a genuine enthusiasm for working with livestock, machinery and outdoors. Experience is preferred but not essential. Could suit a hardworking beginner, partner of a student. Position open to those with eligible visas and NZ residents. Roster is 6 days on 1 day off during calving & 6 days on 2 days off rest of the season.

Due to unforseen circumstances: A position has now become available to right applicant(s) who consider themselves to be  a dynamic, enthusiastic  person to join our fabulous team of 5. If you are driven, show initiative,  and are looking to progress your career in the dairy industry with our guidance then we have a position for you. We are based 20 minutes from Invercargill - Our small coastal community boasts a local garage and on the spot store within 10 minutes of the farm.  Local Primary School and country club also within 10 minutes drive.  We milk 750 cows through a 54 bale rotary with ACR's and Milkhub dairy automation and auto drafting in shed.  Inshed feeding consists of barley and molasses - our milking platform consists of 420ha surrounded by 284ha of natives etc Duties would consist of but not limited to: milking, weed control, tractor work, general farm maintenance. Applicants need to be able to work and are based in NZ - WE ARE NOT ACCREDITED EMPLOYERS...

Calf Rearer & Relief Milker Smithill Limited – Southland Smithill Limited is a progressive family-owned dairy farming business operating four dairy farms and support blocks in Southland. We milk approximately 2,100 cows and pride ourselves on strong animal welfare, good systems, supportive teams, and providing opportunities for people to develop within the dairy industry. We are seeking a reliable and motivated Calf Rearer & Relief Milker to join our team for the upcoming calving season, with the potential for ongoing work for the right person. About the role This is a hands on position that combines calf rearing, relief milking, and general farm support. You'll work alongside experienced farm managers and be involved in all aspects of caring for our youngest stock while helping support farm operations during our busiest time of year. This could involve stock work at grazing properties and potentially the role could extend to be permanent for the right...

We are looking for 3 full time workers for this season. we peak milk 970 cows through a 54 bale rotary on a 6-2 roster located on the outskirts of Riverton The candidates must live in N.Z to apply and be residents (We are not Acrredited) good animal health, able to drive a tractor, 2 wheelers and 4 wheelers.

We are looking for a 2IC/heard manager to join our team in Hedgehope, Southland.   We milk year round 1000 cows through a 54 bale rotary, on 800 ha self-contained dairy farm. The successful applicant will be someone who can show examples of leadership, has initiative, is motivated, shows a genuine interest in dairy farming and is wanting to progress their career. Applicant must have at least 2 years experience in New Zealand. Remuneration will be based on experience and responsibility level. Full drivers licence and a criminal free record is required. Potential work for spouse. Please apply with your CV with relevant experience, including 2 referees to [email protected]

Part time Dairy Farm assistant - 3 days a week, general farm duties. Can be flexible for the right person. Must be honest and reliable. Experience preferred, but the right attitude is essential. 

Carries   out   milk   harvesting   tasks   safely, efficiently, and correctly, and assists in training new employees on correct   techniques. Assists   with   solving   milk   quality   problems,   as per instructions in farm policy manual. Helps farm assistants to understand factors that   affect   milk   quality,   hygienic   milking   and mastitis control procedures. Cleans and maintains the milking plant and farm   dairy   equipment,   and   carries   out   hygiene inspections as per instructed in on farm policy   manual. Moves and handles animals safely, identifies and diagnoses animal health issues, and assists   with   treatments   and   prevention   in   line with farm policy. Records and maintains all herd health treatments and events according to on-farm policy   or   dairy   company   policy,   as   per   advised by manager. Observes, records and reports on cows preparing   to   calve,   and   calves’   cows   in   line with farm policy. Moves, handles...

with 20 years of sharemilkers on the farm , two of which reached sharemilker of the year for Southland , the opportunity to take on this role is available for 2027 onwards the farm consists of two houses, 120,000-130,000 kgs m/s with no imported feed, a runoff with winter feed 3 km from farm , 10kms from Winton and 4kms from local school. applicants must have a conformation of finance from a bank to take on this venture. 

We require an honest reliable Herd Manager to join our team in Southland. 2 years experience  or a qualification Level 4 or above required . Understands and takes responsibility for daily tasks such as running of the dairy, effluent management and feeding. Completes tasks with minimal supervision and can supervise and train other staff. Looks for opportunities to work more effectively and efficiently to improve the business. Duties include but not limited to Milking: Manages an efficient and hygienic milking routine Animals: Manages safe handling of animals, records, reports and treat, any health issue   Feed: Controls weeds. Sets break fences and feeds out as directed. Environment: Assists with nutrients, effluent and water management People: Manages junior farm staff. Works well with others, building a strong team culture Machinery Vehicles and Technology: Safely uses and maintains plant and farm vehicles. Pay rate is $30 - $35 per hour....

We are looking for a new team member to join our team, this is a new role as we have expanded our farm and need 1 more person to ensure we can keep our team running a 5/2 roster year round. The farm will peak milk 950 cows on 354ha near Drummond in Southland. We run a modern high performing dairy farm, take pride in doing our work well and providing an innovative well rounded workplace. We have a strong culture creating a good place to work where your efforts are rewarded. About You: -            Being a dairy farmer is your career, you are or desire to be a professional dairy farmer that                         works on a top class farm. -            A good understanding of the fundamentals of dairy farming and the ability to complete basic                   duties well. -            Ability to work efficiently in a team and on your own. -            Have a can do attitude and like to get stuck in to complete jobs to a high standard. -            Proficient...

We are looking for a new team member to join our team, this is a new role as we have expanded our farm and need 1 more person to ensure we can keep our team running a 5/2 roster year round. The farm will peak milk 950 cows on 354ha near Drummond in Southland. We run a modern high performing dairy farm, take pride in doing our work well and providing an innovative well rounded workplace. We have a strong culture creating a good place to work where your efforts are rewarded. About You: -            Being a dairy farmer is your career, you are or desire to be a professional dairy farmer that                         works on a top class farm. -            A good understanding of the fundamentals of dairy farming and the ability to complete basic                   duties well. -            Ability to work efficiently in a team and on your own. -            Have a can do attitude and like to get stuck in to complete jobs to a high standard. -            Proficient...

We are looking for a super star calf rearer at Dacre 🐮 📍We are located 5mins from Edendale and 10 minutes to Woodlands. This is a drive in position. ▪️This is a Fixed term position from early August to end of October. ▪️We are looking for a motivated calf rearer to join our team rearing 180-200 replacement calves in addition to beef and bobby calves. ▪️Your Duties would be feeding calves, cleaning and daily calf care. We run a very easy simple to use system with minimal bucket carrying  ▪️Previous experience preferred but not essential. We would be willing to train the right person  ▪️ we would also have Relief milking available. ▪️If you are reliable, hardworking and have a sense of humour, we would love to hear from you. Please email andrewbrock04@gmail Or text/phone 0272395207

Carries   out   milk   harvesting   tasks   safely, efficiently, and correctly, and assists in training new employees on correct   techniques. Assists   with   solving   milk   quality   problems,   as per instructions in farm policy manual. Helps farm assistants to understand factors that   affect   milk   quality,   hygienic   milking   and mastitis control procedures. Cleans and maintains the milking plant and farm   dairy   equipment,   and   carries   out   hygiene inspections as per instructed in on farm policy   manual. Moves and handles animals safely, identifies and diagnoses animal health issues, and assists   with   treatments   and   prevention   in   line with farm policy. Records and maintains all herd health treatments and events according to on-farm policy   or   dairy   company   policy,   as   per   advised by manager. Observes, records and reports on cows preparing   to   calve,   and   calves’   cows   in   line with farm policy. Moves, handles...

Carries   out   milk   harvesting   tasks   safely, efficiently, and correctly, and assists in training new employees on correct   techniques. Assists   with   solving   milk   quality   problems,   as per instructions in farm policy manual. Helps farm assistants to understand factors that   affect   milk   quality,   hygienic   milking   and mastitis control procedures. Cleans and maintains the milking plant and farm   dairy   equipment,   and   carries   out   hygiene inspections as per instructed in on farm policy   manual. Moves and handles animals safely, identifies and diagnoses animal health issues, and assists   with   treatments   and   prevention   in   line with farm policy. Records and maintains all herd health treatments and events according to on-farm policy   or   dairy   company   policy,   as   per   advised by manager. Observes, records and reports on cows preparing   to   calve,   and   calves’   cows   in   line with farm policy. Moves, handles...

We are looking for three (3) Dairy Farm Assistants to work on a 700-cow farm in the Otautau area, milking through a 46-aside Herringbone shed. While previous experience is preferred, it is not required for this role. 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 operating farm machinery and other general farm duties. Weekly hours are a minimum of 30 and a maximum of 55. 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 period will be paid at the agreed overtime rate. The schedule may vary; Roster will be either 5 days on, 2 days off or 10 days on, 4 days off, depending on the season. Wage ranges from $26.00 -...