20 jobs found in Palmerston North

We’re looking for an experienced Farm Manager with at least 3+ years of ideally New Zealand dairy experience to lead a 400 cow farm in the Waverley area. The farm is situated just 35 minutes outside of Waverly , milking through a 38 Herringbone shed. ASAP start Key Responsibilities You’ll oversee all aspects of farm performance, including: Milking and shed management Animal husbandry and production Animal health monitoring, management, and treatment Pasture and fodder management Breeding, calving, and calf rearing Machinery and equipment maintenance Contractor coordination and management Compliance with regulatory standards Staff supervision and training General farm duties as required Hours and Conditions You’ll work between 35–54 hours per week , depending on the season. Overtime beyond the maximum agreed hours will be paid at an overtime rate . On 11 days on, 3 days off  roster...

We are: Our Farm is a very tidy 186 effective hectares of flat dairy land. Located on the edge of Waverley township in South Taranaki, we are a spring calving operation and milk 590 crossbred cows through a 70-bale rotary shed with automatic cup removers, in-shed feeding and auto drafting gate. The farm system is level 2-3 with a strong focus on pasture, supported by imported maize and silage along with an in-shed blend and a summer turnip crop. Our cows wear allflex collars and calves are DNA profiled. Soil fertility is optimum and pasture grows well. Calves leave the farm in December and return as in-calf heifers. A 3-bedroom home with fireplace, heat pump, double garage with internal access, and tennis court for the Contract Milker, along with two further houses for use by farm staff, are part of the package. Roughly 150 cows are sent out to external winter grazing annually. We are young supportive and open-minded Farm Owners looking for the right candidate to...

We have a farm assistant position available. You will have a positive amazing trainable attitude, reliable and trustworthy to join our team. Start date flexible.  Tractor driving abilities would be a bonus.  Must be competent on 2 and 4 wheelers.  You will be drug free have no convictions and take pride in your workspace and keep it tidy.  You will be very quiet with stock and have stockmanship fundamentals.  Minimum 1 year experience  Halter 600 fx cows 230 ha flat 50 AS HERRINGBONE You will be a passionate dairy farmer who enjoys dairy farming and loves milking cows. Roster is 8/2 8/3 1 x Comfortable 3/4 bedroom family home with lockable garage. 

Farm Operations Support Support good people, keep farms running well, and be part of work that matters. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We’re looking for a skilled and reliable Farm Operations Support person to provide practical support across our four Taranaki farms. This role is ideal for someone with strong dairy farming capability who enjoys variety, can step in where needed, and takes pride in helping farms run well. You’ll work across different properties and teams, supporting day-to-day operations. The role is primarily focused on farm operations and farm coverage. That includes milking, stock work, feeding, general farm tasks, machinery operation, maintenance support and helping maintain good routines and standards across the farms. From time to time, you may also assist with practical science-related farm activities, but this is first and foremost an...

Herd Owning Sharemilker (HOSM) Independent Contractor (Owner will also consider Lease) Eltham Road established seasonal supply dairy unit in prime dairy farming locality. Flat easy rolling contour with full range of paddock improvements (subdivision 60 paddocks) including community water supply ( Farm map available open day). Comfortable house, herringbone cowshed and full range of supporting buildings. Farm owner looking for independent HOSM contractor or Lessee with leading-edge farm management experience, good communication skills, and the ability to interact positively with an absentee owner or owners agent. Position will commence 1 June 2027, terms and conditions of HOSM contract or Lease to be negotiated with successful applicant. Open day to view farm will be held Friday, 16 October 2026 1 pm – 3 pm. Draft HOSM Contract or Lease (by way of tender) will be available at open day. Closing day for lease tenders will be advised at open day and in documents ....

We require a COUPLE to Contract Milk for the 2027/ 2028 season.  We require two people full-time  from 1 August until 20 November. Our farm is in Taranaki and in the Matapu area with local school bus available . We milk 225 cows through a 20 aside herringbone cowshed, that has an In-shed feed system.  Proliq has been introduced this season. Our young stock are grazed off farm. We value the relationships we form with our staff and support and encourage them to progress on and off farm. A generous remuneration package is offered with the Contract payment. The Contract Milkers must provide their own motorbike. The farm owners live on farm. The farm contour is mainly flat and on the Inaha water scheme. We require applicants with the following skills: Must be a NZ resident  Have excellent Pasture Management Make sound Culling decisions, Weed & Pest Management Water Maintenance (Inaha water scheme) Fertiliser & Nitrogen Management Herd & Minda recording...

125,000 kg MS | 250 Cows | 95 Effective Hectares For the first time in more than 20 years, the owners of this highly productive Stratford dairy farm are offering a genuine herd-owning 50/50 sharemilking opportunity. Achieving 125,000 kg MS in 2025/26 from 250 Friesian and Friesian-cross cows on 95 effective hectares, this well-developed property provides a proven platform for an ambitious sharemilker looking to build and grow their business. The Farm 95 effective hectares currently milking 250 Friesian and Friesian-cross cows Three-year average production of 112,000 kg MS with125,000 kg MS achieved in 2025/26  Predominantly System 3 operation 30-aside herringbone with in-shed feeding, automatic cup removers and ClusterCleanse  Summer turnip crop Approx. half the herd wintered off-farm All young stock grazed off-farm from May to May Infrastructure Significant investment has been made in the property, including:   Brand-new effluent system with land...

After a 20+year partnership, Public Trust’s long-serving sharemilkers are moving on, creating a rare opportunity for a new 50:50 sharemilker. We’re looking for a high-performing sharemilker to take over the well-established Bonner dairy farm from 1 June 2027. Public Trust oversees the dairy farm on behalf of the Estate of E A Bonner, a perpetual charitable trust established 60 years ago to provide net income to Blind Low Vision NZ. About the farm •   160 July-calving cows, located 5 minutes from Stratford township •   61 ha total, 56 ha effective milking platform on high-fertility ash and silt loam soils •   16-bail herringbone shed •   Production has averaged 58,700 kgMS over the past three seasons •   System 3 operation, buying in approx. 60 t PKE, 50 bales of silage and 40 bales of hay each season   About you You’ll bring strong all-round farming knowledge, excellent pasture management skills and a proven ability to make sound decisions. You’ll be...

Milking: Assists in efficient and hygienic milking routine. Follows procedure to produce high quality milk. Carries out simple milk harvesting tasks as directed, and is developing correct skills to milk. Animals: Assists in safe handling of animals, reports any health and welfare issues as per farm policy. Assists with moving and handling animals safely, and observes and reports on wellbeing of all classes of stock Feed: Controls weeds. Sets break fences and feeds out as directed. Assists with pasture and crop weed control, and is learning about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops. Machine, vehicles and technology: Safely uses and maintains vehicles on farm as directed by on farm policy People: Works well with others, building a strong team culture. Is aware of the opportunities available to them in their personal and career goals, and is beginning to look for opportunities to move to the next level in their career. Health, safety and...

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 MANAGER/2IC South Taranaki  |  330 Cows  |  165,000kgMS Flexible roster  •  Efficient one man Shed  •  Top 1% BW herd  Looking for a role with real flexibility, a top-performing herd and a business that invests in its people? We're a progressive South Taranaki dairy farm looking for a skilled Farm Manager (or a strong 2IC ready to step up) to join us as we grow. Over the first 12 month you will work closely with us and receive full support as you learn the system. This will prepare you to step into a full management roll, allowing us to step back and focus on growing the business.   Why You'll Love Working Here •     Efficient one man shed – allowing a flexible milking roster outside of calving and the peak of mating.   •     Very negotiable time off – we'll build a roster that works for you. •     Negotiable salary + bonus potential – your package will reflect your experience, with the option of performance-based...

We are currently seeking someone to help on our farm located in Auroa, Taranaki. This position would be drive in, and could range from milk harvester to a full time farm assistant role depending on experience/applicant.  The farm is spring calving 750 cows through a 60 bale Rotary. The contour of the farms is flat and paddocks are well fenced, even sized with great central racing. Water supplied from the Waimate west water scheme. The cowshed has Automatic cup removers and teat spraying.  Cows are fed all year via the in shed feed system or feed pad. We have Protract Drafting working alongside Cow manager system in the herd. Key responsibilities/expectations (role dependent) Excellent stockmanship ability to work without supervision and also work within a team Understanding of pasture allocation and management  General Farm maintenance Tractor driving - feeding out - mowing - general duties Excellent animal husbandry - identify lameness, mastitis and other...

Herd Owner sharemilker required for a flat fertlie Waimate West dairy farm. 14 aside herringbone cowshed with in shed feeding & seperate AB facilities.  Land is subdivided into 27 paddocks with a central race.  Waimate West Water supplied to all paddocks. Average production past 3 seasons = 48,000 kg MS.  Calves grazed off from December.  

Armstrong Farms is seeking an experienced and motivated Contract Milker to manage our well-established, family-owned 650-cow dairy farm near Ōpunakē, Taranaki. We operate two dairy farms and a drystock support block, with a focus on low-cost, efficient farming systems, strong farm performance and well-maintained properties. This is an opportunity for a capable Contract Milker to take responsibility for the day-to-day running of a productive dairy farm, supported by an experienced Operations Manager and wider farming team. The Farm : The 230ha dairy farm milks a high index kiwi-cross herd through a centrally located 40-bail rotary cowshed with a Waikato milking plant. The farm operates a low-cost, pasture-based System 2–3, with a strong focus on pasture utilisation, cost control and sustainable production. The farm is well-equipped with labour-saving technology, including: Allflex SenseHub collars and automatic drafting gate Automatic cup removers &...

We are Daniel and Monique Newell working on Armstrongs Farms We are seeking a new farm assistant to join out team. We contract milk a couple of farms and require an extra hand to keep the farms humming. We are based just out from Opunake.   This role could even suit a couple that are wanting to take dairy farming on and be in a positive team environment. We can offer all trainings and support to get you started. We have 2 separate farms only 5 mins from Opunake with a really great community.  This job will require you to take part in milkings, cow herding and various farm jobs. I believe that this job could be the perfect start or it might be the right change at the right time to find a great team. We can offer flexibility with a bigger team and we offer a 5 and 2 roster. 

We are looking for an experienced Farm Assistant in rural Inglewood, milking 550 cows through a rotary shed with inshed feed and cup removers.  The person we are looking for must have experience milking cows, have good animal husbandry and an eye for detail. Being able to operate a tractor is essential. Must be competent in helping in the day to day running of a farm like setting breaks weed spraying, identifying and treatment of sick cows.    Must be able to operate a 2 wheeler and 4 wheel motorbike. Only people with relevant experience and available to attend an interview and valid work visa to work in New Zealand will be considered for this position. Pay rate will be discussed with potential person on relevant experience. This position is for one person only.

**ONLY APPLY IF IN NZ We are seeking a Senior Farm Assistant/Herd Manager  Work available for a partner to cover milkings and time off feeding calves   We milk 485 cows through a 54 bale rotary shed near Rahotu. Halter is installed High level operating dairy farm.  Comfortable, tidy 3 bedroom house available.  Roster 6 on 1 off over spring 5 on 2 off rest of year Salary dependent on experience Must have prior experience. Looking for someone whos hardworking and honest. Must be in Nz. Not accredited employers yet.   Average 45 hours a week

160-180 Cows 16 aside herringbone Average production 65000kgMS 3 bedroom house with sleepout Great location between Okato and Oakura Mainly flat with some steeper gullies Excellent first sharemilking opportunity

We are seeking a passionate, driven and honest contract milking couple with proven experience to step into our successful farm business and work collaboratively with the farm owners from 1st June 2027. The farm usually milks 280-290 LIC XB cows through a 38A/S shed with swingarm cup removers and inshed feeding. 110ha with a 3 year average of 135,000kgMS   (last season 139,914kgMS). Maize and grass silage fed in the Autumn and urea used all season. Overall moderate inputs, system 3/4. Up to date effluent system covering 25% of the farm with travelling irrigator. 60-70 replacement calves reared annually, grazed off farm after weaning.   We are motivated owners and work alongside a farm consultant to improve productivity using modern farming techniques.   We are currently considering collar technology and automatic drafting. There are 2 tidy houses on farm, one 4 bedroom the other 3 bedroom, with double garages. School bus at the gate For the right candidate with a passion...

🐄 2IC/ Farm Assistant – Jersey Farm (Okato, Taranaki) We are seeking a motivated and reliable staff member to join our team as a 2ic or farm assistant on a progressive Jersey farm near Okato for the 2027/2028 season This role suits someone who enjoys responsibility, takes pride in their work, and wants to be part of a high-performing farming operation. You may be just starting out, looking to take a step up or an established 2ic, ultimately somebody with a great attitude and passion for dairy farming is what we are looking for. We milk 440 very quiet, well bred, high-producing Jersey cows through a 40 bale rotary, with a strong focus on animal welfare, efficiency, and good systems. We utilise Afi collars, automatic cup removers and teat sprayers to make the cowshed a 1 man operation year round. Calves are reared on a mix of lely automatic calf feeders and mobile teat feeders until weaning, where they will then go to our support block 10 mins from the farm. ✅ Key...