3 jobs found in Palmerston North

We are looking for a Senior Farm Assistant to join our farm in Hawera, South Taranaki. Conveniently located less than a 10 minute drive from the Hawera township, this Farm Assistant role presents an opportunity to develop your skill set on a medium input farm milking 1000 cows. Working in a team of four on an 8 on 2 off roster, with an average expected working week of 45 hours. The 320 hectare property is essentially flat with great infrastructure - 60 bale rotary with modern technologies that allow it be a one person shed, feed pad and cow collars. Ideal candidates for this role will preferably have a minimum of two seasons experience and have a passion for the dairy industry. A focus on continual improvement and the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment will be attributes we will look for, along with stock empathy, commitment to the role and the ability to be relied upon. You’ll need to be someone who is c ompetent on large machinery, c an manage...

Tired of milking cows? We are looking for someone to assist with the day jobs on our dairy farms and runoff. Armstrong Farms is a family-owned farming business operating two dairy farms and a runoff block between Te Kiri and Ōpunake. We run low-cost, efficient systems that consistently perform well, and we place a strong value on people, long-term relationships, and doing the basics exceptionally well. We are looking for a Farm Maintenance Assistant to play a key role in supporting the smooth day-to-day operation of the business. This is a varied, hands-on role working across all parts of the farm system and will require occasional weekend work. The position includes a competitive salary based on hours worked Hourly rate will be dependent on skill & experience. The Role You will be involved in a wide range of tasks, including: Machinery & Maintenance Maintenance of tractors, plant, and farm equipment General farm repairs and...

We are seeking a Variable Order Share Milker for next Season . Location: Okato, Taranaki. Milking 310 cows, increasing to 380 cows over 3 years.  Production is estimated to increase form 115,000kg/MS to 140,000kg/MS over 3yrs. A recently upgraded 36 ASHB with ACR and an In-Shed feed system. Dairy farm consists of 150Ha effective of rolling/flat contour. A modern 4-bedroom house. School bus at the gate. The Role We're looking for an experienced Variable Order Share Milker to build on the farm's strong performance as the herd grows and production increases. Costs: Labor, motorbikes, and Fuel. Equipment Needed: Motorbikes, including a 4-wheeler; calf-rearing gear; and an optional tractor About You The ideal candidate will: ·         Have good communication skills and be happy to work with the farm owners. ·         Have strong pasture and feed management skills. ·         Have excellent animal husbandry...