70 jobs found in Matamata

Drive in Farmhand wanted for calving and mating till roughly end of November with relief milking possible after for right person after this period 10 mins out of Matamata on west side  Please only apply if u are in the country and aloud to work in NZ  Please apply with CV and References thanks

740 cows milking through a 54 bail waikato rotary cow shed  afimilk computer system in the cowshed with auto drafting halter collars bail gates, cup removers, auto teat spray,auto wash,  spring calving, high input system 5 feed pad , mixer wagon , in shed feeding  modern well maintained equipment the farm is used only as a milking platform with no young stock,  milking 365 days with a dry period of 50 days per cow before calving half the herd goes off farm for there dry period  this is a busy farm with never a dull moment , we are high input feeding and there is a workload associated with this system. there is a lot of modern technology to use and learn with the halter collars , afimilk system in the shed and monitoring systems  a strong work ethic and an ability to work well in a team environment , must be a self starter and able to problem solve and think on your feet to over come daily challenges  minimum 3 years experience with 3 good references , New...

Looking for an experienced calf rearer for the calving season. This is a drive in position, no accommodation available on farm.  Farm is located 10 minutes from Matamata on the Kaimai range. Close proximity to Morrinsville, Te Poi, Walton and Te Aroha.  Required for 8 weeks from 25th July till the middle of September.  Rearing 130 replacement calves and around 40 beef calves.  Ad-lib milk feeding system.  Good infrastructure.  Roughly 3-3.5 hours in the morning + 1.5-2 hours in the afternoon.  Must be able to work weekends to help cover staff time off. All negotiable. 

We are seeking an experienced and hands on Farm Manager, to oversee our daily agriculture tasks and operations, you will be responsible for grazing management, stock welfare, production, general farm maintenance and health and safety. Must have no criminal record, and be willing to do a police check.

110 Hectare easy rolling farm just out of Te Poi. Modern 50 bale rotary, inshed feeding, ACRs, Auto teat spray, drafting gate. Halter collars on cows. We are looking for a Relief milker that is capable of working predominately sole charge. We are husband/wife sharemilkers with no staff, looking for a reliable relief milker so that we can have some time off. Recently renovated 3 bedroom house available on farm if required. Milk for rent is an option.  Experience is essential & must currently be based in New Zealand. 

We have a job for an experienced farm worker (12+ months) for a Herd Manager position on a 520-cow farm in the Tirau area, milking through a 50 Bail Rotary shed. You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested and developing including: Milking and monitoring milk quality, training junior staff, 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 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 normally be 6 days on, 1 day off then 6 days on 2 days off when...

We are seeking a Dairy Farm Assistant with at least 6 months’ dairy farm experience to work on a 520-cow farm in the Tirau area, milking through a 50 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 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 normally be 6 days on, 1 day off then 6 days on 2 days off when work load allows. Salary ranges from $75,000 - $85,000 per annum depending on experience. Candidates are...

Located in the Tirau district in the Waikato, Piarere Holdings is a 50/50 sharemilking business which operates the dairy farm. Piarere Holdings is looking for a Herd Manager to join their team.  The preferred applicant will be favourable if they have: -have a minimum of 2 years experience in NZ farming  - have completed primary ITO level 3 - have assisted with training of junior staff - have experience with plant management  - have experience with pasture management Key activities in this role (but are not limited to); milking cows (responsible for plant set up/cows in and out of shed/plant and dairy hygiene), feed management (responsible for shifting irrigators/management of cows allocated to paddocks/fert spreading/break fencing), general care of stock (responsible for stock care/animal health treatments), farm maintenance (responsible for weed spraying/tidy work environment), stock records, staff management (assists with staff supervision and coaching), health n...

We are looking for someone to take the lead as a calf rearer, with assistance from our other farm staff. We will be rearing approximately 150 replacement heifer calves plus a few beef calves across two neighbouring farms. Position to start 13th July, for about 10 weeks.  Ideally a 6 : 1 position with Sundays off. There is also a possibility of taking on some relief milkings through the rest of the season if desired. Please note that this is a drive in position, or there could be potential for shared accomodation for a single person. Must be physically fit, have a NZ Working Visa and reside in NZ. 

Hello! I am looking for a relief milker for a 415 cow dairy farm on Oreipunga Road, Maungatautari.  We are milking 415 cows through a 36 aside herringbone shed. Calving Starts 7 July, and we milk twice a day all season. The role is that of a shed assist: you will be working alongside the contract milker to cover employee time off. Ideally you will work every second weekend, for 3 days, either Friday to Sunday, or Saturday to Monday. If you are interested please get in touch and we can discuss further. Thanks

We are looking for a Calf Rearer to help through this season starting at the end of July. We will be rearing around 100 heifer replacement calves and up to approx. 50 beef calves. We are flexible on hours worked but ideally everyday, We expect the work period to be around 8 weeks, this is a drive in postion on Oreipunga Road, Cambridge.  We have staff available to assist when and as required. Experience rearing calves is essential.

We are seeking a motivated and responsible person with a solid background in animal husbandry and milk production to join our team for our spring calving dairy operation in the beautiful South Waikato .Position Start from 1/06/2026 High quality milk production. You will assist with herd management and ensure that the farm runs smoothly while adhering to the industry's best practices and compliance with health & safety standards. We want someone who will take pride in their work and in the presentation of the farm. Our farm runs a  Spring calving herd.  Our mainly Friesian herd is milked through a 50 bail rotary shed twice a day. The farm has a 220 hectare milking platform flat to rolling hills. Experience on New Zealand dairy farms is essential at  least 1 year or more. This position will need full driving licence.  There is well maintained shared accommodation available. We offer a friendly team with a positive work environment. Your hard work will be...

Job Description- Farm Manager We are looking for a reliable hardworking person to join us on our dairy farm only a few minutes out of Morrinsville, Waikato Region. We milk a total of 280 cows through a 19 aside herringbone shed, with automatic cup removers. The job position available is Farm Manager. Your main duties will be Milking cows, tractor operating and feeding out on a feed pad, weed and pasture control, diagnosing and treating sick cows i.e mastitis, lame & milk fever, during mating you will be required to draft 'On heat' cows out for mating as well as record keeping in these areas. You will be responsible for planning, organizing and managing the milking shed, be confident in Pasture management e.g. Pre and post grazing covers, be physically fit and able to carry these tasks daily. You will be a solid ‘all-rounder’ and comfortable working on your own as well as leading other staff. We require at least 2 years of relevant NZ dairy farming experience, that...

Job Description- Herd Manager- Drive in position No accommodation available   We are looking for a reliable hardworking person to join us on our dairy farm only a few minutes out of Morrinsville, Waikato Region. We milk a total of 280 cows through a 19 aside herringbone shed, with automatic cup removers. The job position available is Herd Manager. Your main duties will be Milking cows, tractor operating and feeding out on a feed pad, weed and pasture control, diagnosing and treating sick cows i.e mastitis, lame & milk fever, during mating you will be required to draft 'On heat' cows out for mating as well as record keeping in these areas. You will be responsible for helping in training junior staff, running and managing the milking shed, be confident in Pasture management e.g. Pre and post grazing covers, be physically fit and able to carry these tasks daily. You will be a solid ‘all-rounder’ and comfortable working on your own as well as leading...

Primarily looking after small drystock farm in lieu of rent 10-12hrs /week Other paid work maybe availiable on large nearby dairyfarm , relief milking, calf rearing ,fencing Could suit semi retired person text 0274916707

We have an opportunity for a casual staff member to help us on our two farms over the calving and mating period (July-Dec). We have two dairy farms both running 300 cows located 10mins North of Morrinsville. The role will mainly involve milking and some small duties either side of milking like collecting cows or cleaning up. The hours will be roughly 20-30hrs per week and are to help during the days staff are rostered off, you will most likely be working directly with the farm owner. This position doesn't have any accommodation, so is a drive in role. Wages will be an hourly rate reflective of experience.  Please email contact details with some background or provide a CV. Thanks  

Our clients are looking for a motivated and reliable person to join their Waikato farming operation in a drive-in role. Conveniently located between Morrinsville and Hamilton, this is a great opportunity to be part of a supportive farming team while enjoying flexibility and variety in your workday. The operation includes a 100-hectare dairy farm milking 320 crossbred cows through a 26-bale rotary with in-shed feeder, supported by a 66-hectare run-off used for grazing, dairy beef, maize, and grass silage production. The farm is well set up with a covered feed pad, reticulated bore water system, and strong infrastructure to support efficient day-to-day operations. Working across both the dairy platform and run-off, you will assist with a range of farm duties, including: Milking and shed routines Calf rearing and young stock care Feeding out and feed management support Moving stock across the dairy farm and run-off Fencing and general...

I am looking for a drive in calf rearer to rear approx 130-140 calves in Eureka, near Morrinsille and Hamilton. Must be experienced and have an eye for detail. There will be bobby calves to feed as well. Have a milk trailer setup with a pump and hose. There will be relief milking available later in the season if wanted also. Please contact Tony on 0273415986

We’re looking for Casual Farm Assistants to support farm operations at our Newstead Research Farms Scott and Lye farm, just 5 - 10 minutes from Hamilton East.  These casual roles support a range of farm activities, offering flexible hours based on operational and seasonal requirements. You will work as part of collaborative farm teams, contributing to farm systems that directly benefit New Zealand dairy farmers.  Key responsibilities include: ​   Collecting, recording, and maintaining accurate research and farm data  Animal handling, sampling, and herd testing, in accordance with animal welfare standards  Providing practical farm support including milking, calf rearing, feeding, stock movements, and seasonal activities  Operating farm vehicles, machinery, and equipment where trained and authorised  Working alongside research technicians and scientists  Following all DairyNZ health, safety, and wellbeing policies and contributing to a safe...

we are currently seeking a motivated person to help over the busy period Aug/Dec  Farm details 290 cows 24 as/hb feed pad Friendly and quiet herd farm is steep/rolling located 10 minutes from Putaruru Position details picking up calf's  calf rearing feeding out milking weeds Requirements Previous milking experience is required (additional training can be provided if needed) Tractor driving experience is essential A valid   New Zealand Driver License (Full or Restricted) is essential Reliable car/transport No accommodation available on farm at this stage. We are looking for someone who is  reliable, hardworking, and motivated to work in a positive and supportive farming environment .