16 assistant herd manager jobs found in Morrinsville

Due to a valued member of our team relocating to be closer to family, we have an opportunity available for someone who is eager to learn and be apart of a young and efficient team. About us We are an experienced team of young people with drive and passion for the industry, who enjoy good banter along the way. we welcome all applicants who value knowledge and are looking to grow and progress through the industry. We are not accredited, so residents and citizens only The Farm 60 bail external rotary, cup reomvers, automatic teat spray and automatic drafting. exceptional housing exceptional infrastructure  New motorbikes and machinery rolling to flat within 10 minutes drive of town (Tokoroa) 45 minutes to Taupo or Rotorua and 1 hour to hamilton What we offer A competitive base slary, with bonuses such as H&S, Production and mating related. Regular time off (8/2) ITO Training support Freezer meat annually full set of wet...

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...

Our current employee who has been with us for the last 17months has found an opportunity closer to his girlfriend who lived 4 hours away so we are looking for one more person to join our team.  We're a high-performing dairy farm with a strong focus on animal welfare, environmental sustainability, and team culture. We're looking for a motivated Senior Farm Assistant/ Herd Manager to join our team! Our vision: To operate an industry leading agricultural business that drives sustainable outcomes for people, profit and environment. About Us: Top-performing farm with a focus on excellence. Strong team culture and supportive work environment. Commitment to animal welfare and sustainable farming practices. Key Responsibilities: Assist with daily milking, feeding, and animal welfare Support tasks such as pasture management and farm maintenance Work closely with alongside team to achieve farm goals We're looking for: 1 years NZ dairy farm experience Strong work ethic and...

Due to unforeseen circumstances we are looking for someone to join us on our Dairy Farm near Morrinsville. We are milking 300 crossbred cows on 107ha 15 minutes North of Morrinsville. We have a brand new 30 aside herringbone cowshed with automatic cup removers and auto yard wash. There is a tidy 3 bedroom home available. The farm is grass based with grass and grass silage as the main feeds so this is a great place to learn excellent pasture management. We do about 110,000kgMS per year and typically go OAD in January each year. We aim for best practice in every area especially cow health, incalf rates, SCC and youngstock rearing. We rear ~70 replacement calves and they stay on farm until 1st May. This is a great opportunity to work with the farm owners and set yourself up for a great career in dairying. Typically there are 2 people on farm through calving and mating and then after this the employee can take on more responsibilities. We are young farm owners and we would love to...

2IC required for 280 cow farm near Morrinsville. We are looking for a self-motivated  worker with strong attention to detail to help manage this high producing herd.  3 bedroom + office provided You will have at least 2 years full time farm experience. Milking through a 22ashb

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...

We’re looking for a reliable, hard-working person to join our team. Our business specialises in clearing and removing animal bedding from sheds, so this is a hands-on role involving machinery operation and physical work. We’re looking for someone who: ● Can preferably operate a tractor / skid steer and other machinery ● Is physically fit and comfortable with manual labour ● Has a strong understanding of health and safety and can follow safe work procedures ● Is reliable, practical and has a good work ethic ● Can work well as part of a team ● Holds a current driver licence ● Can pass a pre-employment drug test Experience with farming, machinery or similar physical work would be an advantage, but reliability, safety and a willingness to get stuck in are most important. Competitive pay based on experience.

Looking for a Herd Manager would be ideal for a coupl e We are looking for confident hardworking reliable team player who is able to work in a team & alone someone who has 3+ experience is a must along with good attitude & good communication skills . Someone who can work effectively & who is time sufficient also someone who respects the cow's & a person who keeps a tidy shed/work place. The successful applicant be working mostly with farm assistant and contract milker. partner can do relive milking on staff days off. as we are a 3 person shed in the morning 450 jersey farm  Herringbone 40 aside  Location: Pirongia 5km away from township School: Pirongia School Primary & intermediate & college is 15 mins away Te Awamutu 15km away & Hamilton 20 mins away  Beautiful stunning view of Pirongia Mountain  3 bedroom house available with single garage  WE ARE NOT ACCREDITED  George  email; [email protected]

Assistant Dairy Manager Position Summary The Assistant Dairy Manager works alongside the Farm Manager to achieve high standards of animal welfare, pasture management, milk production, staff leadership, and farm profitability. The role involves taking responsibility for the day-to-day operation of the farm when required and contributing to continuous improvement across all aspects of the business. Farm Details 600-cow seasonal dairy herd 200-hectare effective grazing platform System 3 operation Once-a-day (OAD) milking from Christmas Focus on pasture utilisation, animal health, and efficient farm systems Key Responsibilities Milking Operations Assist with twice-daily milking until Christmas, transitioning to OAD milking thereafter. Ensure consistent milk quality and maintain low somatic cell counts. Operate and maintain the dairy shed to a high standard. Follow all milk quality, hygiene, and food safety procedures....

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...

Dairy Farm Assistant Manager (2IC) Location: Ngatea. we are looking for a top operator (or aspiring to be) Assistant Manager to help us keep our dairy operations running as smooth as fresh cream! The farm is 130ha and we milk through a 50 bale rotary, system 4. 480 cows. What You’ll Do: Support the team in daily operations—think herd care, milking routines, and equipment upkeep. Lead, train, and inspire a fantastic team of farm workers. Keep an eye on herd health, nutrition, and comfort—happy cows, happy farm! Dive into data—track production, feed, and efficiency, and help us keep improving. Work with the team to ensure we’re meeting sustainability goals—because we care about our cows, staff and the planet! Who You Are: You’ve got some farm experience (bonus if you know your way around a milking shed!). You’re a natural leader who thrives on teamwork and communication. You’re organized, adaptable, and excited to get your hands dirty. You’ve...

We are looking for a drive in relief milker to join our team. Our herd manager will be taking maternity leave at the end of the year and we are looking for a relief staff member who would like to gain more experience on farm while she is away! We are milking 500 fresian cows in a 40 a/s herringbone . Located near Arapuni. The job would require twice a day milkings. We are looking for someone dedicated, responsible with reliable transportation and a lack of excuses. We are a fun young team and love to have a laugh and reach our goals. There is plenty of work available for an employee outside of milkings if looking to gain more hours during the day on farm. This position would need at least 1 year experience milking in a herringbone. All applicants must be in New Zealand with a current work visa, a reliable mode of transportation, and be substance free.  

About the role We are looking for an enthusiastic and reliable 2IC or Herd Manager to join our small dairy farming team. This is a hands-on and wide-ranging role working closely with the contract milking couple across all aspects of the family-owned farming operation. The role would suit someone who enjoys looking after and milking cows, and has attention to detail regarding both animal welfare and pasture management. The farm uses utilises Halter technology on the mostly rolling contour and peak milks 500 cows through a 50-bale rotary with in-shed feeding, ACR’s, auto-teatspraying and Protrack drafting. Key responsibilities ·        Work alongside the contract milkers in the daily running of the farm. ·        Carry out efficient, hygienic milking to maintain excellent milk quality with a calm demeanour in the shed. ·        Support pasture management and feed allocation through the use of Halter technology. ·        Operate and maintain farm...

We are looking for a reliable, motivated and experienced 2IC to join our dairy farming team, located just 12 minutes from Taupō, commencing September 2026. About the Farm ● Approximately 650 cows ● Herd managed using Halter technology ● Modern 50 AS Herringbone dairy shed with ACR and Protrack drafting ● In-shed feeding system ● Warm modern 3-bedroom on-farm accommodation with garaging ● Progressive farming operation with a focus on efficient herd and pasture management The Role - Working closely with the Farm Manager, you will be involved across all areas of the dairy operation, including: ● Milking and day-to-day herd management ● Using Halter for herd movement, monitoring and grazing management ● Animal health and welfare ● Pasture and grazing management ● Calving and mating ● Feeding and supplementary feed, including in-shed feeding ● Tractor and machinery operation ● Effluent management and general farm maintenance ● Helping organise daily...

We have a position available for a Dairy Farm Assistant on a 460-cow farm in the Temple View area, approximately 10–15 minutes west of Hamilton. The farm operates a 27 Aside Herringbone milking shed. Previous experience is preferred but 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 - and other general farm duties. Weekly hours are a minimum of 30, with an average of 40 and a maximum of 50. 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 7 days on, 2 days off throughout the year....

Due to a family medical diagnosis with one of our team a position has become available on our farm at short notice. Start date is negotiable due to the timing of this position.  We are a family owned and operated 400ha milking platform, 1000 cow farm, located 30min west of Taupo, in the Marotiri area. We have a 50 ashb shed with Evanza milking clusters, Protrack auto drafting, automatic wash and Cowmanager. We run our own dairy replacements as well as beef and winter on farm on our support land. We have three composting shelters to support our farming system. We offer a 6 on 2 off roster all year round, including 2 late starts each cycle. We have a team of eight including an Operations Manager with additional seasonal temporary staff. This allows us to provide greater variety and more learning opportunities.   We are seeking an enthusiastic team player that has a passion for farming to fulfil our Farm Assistant position. Applicants must be able to communicate effectively...