5 jobs found in Taumarunui

Unfortunately after 6 years, our amazing milker has decided to move on.  We are looking for a reliable Milker to help us with primarily afternoon milkings but after mating, 10th December, this could lead to up to 10 milkings a week for the rest of the season.  We run a dry stock unit alongside our dairy operation and are spread too thin to do it all ourselves.   This is a drive in position with no accommodation available.  14 ashb, cows are Halter trained. Sole Charge.  Right in the Urenui Township.  Animal Welfare, Reliability and attention to detail are high on our priority, with someone who enjoys milking on their own.

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...

Location: Lepperton, Taranaki We are looking for a motivated and reliable Assistant Farm Manager to join our client's modern breeding and finishing pig farm in Lepperton, Taranaki. Working alongside the Farm Manager, you'll play a key role in the day-to-day operation of the farm, helping to ensure high standards of animal welfare, productivity, and farm performance. About the Role Key responsibilities include: Assisting with the daily management of breeding and finishing pigs. Monitoring animal health, welfare, and performance. Feeding, husbandry, and stock handling. Supporting farrowing, weaning, and breeding programmes. Maintaining accurate farm records. Assisting with staff supervision and training when required. Operating and maintaining farm equipment and facilities. Following biosecurity, health and safety, and animal welfare standards. About You To be successful in this role, you will have: Previous...

This is a 2IC role working alongside/deputizing for the progressive and supportive sharemilkers. It is a genuine opportunity that has arisen due to a change in labour structure. The right applicant will be: drug-free have minimum two years dairy experience passionate about the industry positive mindset towards continuous improvement The role includes but not limited to: Milking TAD through a 29 AS Herringbone cowshed with Protrack, ACR's, in-shed feeding and teatspray droppers Assisting with grazing management decisions Deputizing sharemilkers by managing staff/relief milkers in their absence General repairs and maintenance Feeding out silage on feedpad Managing a travelling irrigator Following animal health and welfare protocols Identifying and assisting treating of cows when required Maintaining a clean and safe cowshed Following plant hygiene procedures and protocols Completing tasks to a high standard  The Sharemilkers are invested in...

We milk 420-430 Friesian cows through a new 50 bale rotary shed, located 5 minutes east of Eltham. We require someone who is passionate about farming and who is keen to learn more about the industry.  This position is a fixed term position, finishing 30 May 2027, to cover an absent employee. You will be required to undertake and be involved in general farming duties including milking, dairy hygiene, weed control, animal health, feeding out and general maintenance. You must be honest and reliable, and have excellent time management skills. Our team is made up of 3 full time workers (employer included). Time off will be every second weekend. Any experience level will be considered, and wage will be based on experience. If you are interested, please send us your CV with at least 2 referees that we can contact. Must be a New Zealand Citizen and currently living in New Zealand to apply.