9 jobs found in Rakaia

Looking to Hire Herd Manager on a permanent basis. Milking 950 cows through 50 bale rotary. Work responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, milk harvesting, basic pasture management, pest and weed control, animal health on a daily basis. Tractor work is essential. Feed management, feed calculating and feed allocation skills required, and are essential. Applicant must be able to drive large tractor and have knowledge of feeding out. you need to be able to ride a motorbike. Accommodation is for a single person, in a dwelling that is shared. You will need your own vehicle as the farm is 15minutes from the nearest supermarket. All cows wintered on farm with young stock nearby for animal health management.

Looking for an exciting individual to manage one of the farms herds.  Farm has in-shed feeding, new ACRS, auto drafting, pivots etc. If this is of interest please keep reading! Animal Health Mgmt: lames. mastitis, RFM. Monthly BCScoring and reporting. Shed hygiene and milk quality  to reach grade free target and cooperative difference standards. Pasture Mgmt: daily pasture allocation, supplement and inshed feeding system. Assist in training farm assistants. Tractor driving and general farm work. Minimum of 2 years NZ dairy experience. Full drivers license. Able to pass a drugs test and have their own transport.

Herd Manager – 1,050 Cows | Rakaia, Canterbury Are you a passionate and skilled dairy professional looking to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a reliable, motivated Herd Manager to join our team on a modern 285 ha single-farm operation located in Rakaia, Canterbury . Working alongside a team of 6, you will play a hands-on role in daily herd performance, stock health, feed management, and maintaining high operational standards. Key Responsibilities Herd Health & Animal Welfare: Daily monitoring of herd health, mastitis control, lameness prevention, and executing treatment plans. Reproduction & Mating: Assisting with heat detection, Artificial Breeding (AB) preparation, and calving operations. Feed & Pasture Management: Executing daily feed allocations, monitoring pasture quality, and assisting with feed budget implementation. Milking Operations: Maintaining efficient, high-standard milking routines and milk...

We are looking for a calf rearer to join our team starting mid of July. Rearing about 350 heifer calves plus bobbies and beefies at 4 days old. Roster 6 on 1 off, about 5 hours per day. We do not have accomodation available so this is a drive in position. We are located in Bankside, 5 minutes from Rakaia. If you are interested, please upload your cv and apply to this job.

This is a full-time position with an immediate start. The duration is currently unknown, it is a temporary role but could be permanent for the right candiate. For the right candiadte, accommodation is included. Please note: This is not an entry-level role. Applicants must have previous farm hand and machinery operation experience and be confident working independently. Our client runs a 500ha Arable and mixed cropping farm, located in Barhill (50km North of Ashburton), they produce wheat, barely and white clover among other things.  Duties include:  Tractor driving Moving irrigators Fertiliser spreading General sheep and cattle work Assisting with a range of day-to-day farm duties Hours : Monday to Friday 7:30am start until the day's work is complete Occasional weekend work may be required during busy periods To be successful, you must: Have previous farm hand experience (essential) Be confident driving tractors and operating farm machinery Able...

We are looking for an experienced and motivated 2IC for our 680-cow family dairy farm situated 8km from Dunsandel. We have a strong focus on fully feeding cows and animal health. The successful applicant will be involved in all aspects of the dairy farm including milking in our modern 54 bail rotary with ACRs and in shed feeding through to pasture, fertilizer and irrigation management.   Our cows are wintered and calved down under cover in 3 herd homes. The ideal candidate will have a clear focus on individual responsibility and be a motivated team player that likes a laugh and is prepared to accept new challenges. A minimum of 3 years dairy experience is required.  Key attributes Being competent on tractors and around machinery  Good animal health awareness and early issue detection Competent hoof trimming an advantage  

Herd Manager (Junior) – Progressive Dairy Farm | Near Dunsande l Grow your dairy career with a supportive team behind you. Gladfield Dairies is a progressive, people-first dairy operation milking 1,500 cows through a modern 60-bail rotary. We’re looking for a motivated Junior Herd Manager ready to step up, build confidence, and grow their skills alongside an experienced Farm Manager and supportive team. We run a tidy, well-maintained farm with modern systems, clear processes, and a tight-knit team of five who work hard and back each other. If you take pride in your work and want to keep improving, you’ll fit right in. What We Offer Real opportunity to grow and take on increasing responsibility Modern 60-bail rotary with ACRs, auto teat spray & drafting In-shed feeding Automatic vat and plant wash Supportive, experienced team environment Competitive pay based on experience Good 5/2...

Gladfield is a people first 650 ha agriculture operation based in Dunsandel.   We are looking for an energetic and experienced tractor driver to be part of our young team.       We run a very tidy well-maintained farm with our own workshop and mechanic.   A wide range of tractor work and machine operation is available from, Cultivation, Bailage, Mowing, Crop spraying, Harvesting, Loader work and Truck driving. What we offer        Genuine Friendly environment   Enthusiastic and down-to-earth team members   Well maintained and tidy operation with good leadership   Accommodation to suit   Great rural lifestyle, close to Christchurch and all amenities   School bus available at gate   Competitive pay based on experience.   Free beer on Fridays.   Good 5/2 roster and work life balance   Supportive team environment   The role   You will work closely...

We are looking for an experienced Tractor Driver and all round farm hand for our dairy farm. PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS IS ON A DAIRY PLATFORM BUT DOES NOT INVOLVE ANY STOCK WORK. This is a full time, fixed term position and starting 1st September until 30th of April.  There may be opportunity to extend this. Main Duties: Cultivation with Discs, Drilling, Rock Picking, Rolling, Mowing, Spraying of Liquid Fert and Fencing. Other duties, Weed Spraying, Planting of Native Shelter Belts, Operating 20 Tonne Digger and general maintenance. This position answers directly to farm owner, however good communication with Contract Milker and where required, farm staff is essential. Renumeration is dependant on levels of experience and skill and will be discussed at time of interview.   This is a full time role, but hours and work days to be discussed and confirmed.   A two bedroom flat is available if required. Must have the ability to work in New Zealand  Must have a clean,...