19 farm assistant jobs found in Taupō

Dairy Cattle Farm Assistant / Farm Worker – Entry Level 📍 Location: Taupo, New Zealand We are looking for three reliable, motivated, and hardworking individuals to join our team as Dairy Farm Assistants or Farm Workers . This is an excellent opportunity for those eager to start or grow their careers in the dairy industry. You will work closely with Contract Milker to ensure the smooth operation of daily farm tasks. Farm Details: Milking 1,250 cows at peak through a 60-bale rotary shed . Rolling contour farm. Key Responsibilities: Assisting with daily farm operations, including: Milking twice daily (most of the year). Animal health and welfare (monitoring and caring for livestock). Calf rearing (feeding, health checks, and general care). Feeding stock (preparing and distributing feed). Effluent management (operating and maintaining effluent systems). Fencing and weed control (general farm maintenance). Ensuring farm...

Dairy Farm Assistant 2250-Cows Winter Milking Farm We are contract milking on large scale operation and looking for Dairy Farm Assistant to join our team on a large, modern, well-run operation. Farm Overview 2250 cows – System 5 Fully autumn calving Winter milking operation 800 ha effective 60-bale rotary with ECRs Automatic teat spray Milk Hub, Automatic drafting, Halter Wintering barns for 1000 cows Rear 550+ replacements 5–6 herds year-round Winter and summer crops Maize grown on farm Accommodation Yes Available, Negotiations (based on requirements) No pets , no smoking, no vaping, no drugs Regular testing and inspections apply Roster 6 on 1 off, 5 on 2 off can be negotiated  Minimum 40 guaranteed hours, 55 maximum hours. Remuneration Competitive pay package Additional benefits (bonuses, allowances) Role Overview This position offers excellent learning and career...

Senior Farm assistant position available 30 minutes east of Taupo until 31st May 2027 ( Employment on another of the companies farms maybe possible after this date but not guaranteed). 3 bedroom house with internal garage. 1250 cows milked through a 80 Bale Rotary.  Position will suit a couple with relief milking and part time work on farm available over mating and to cover Annual leave.  Duties will include Milking, Getting cows in, setting up breakfences and general farm work. Position could also suit two people wanting to share accommodation and a fulltime plus part time position.  Applicants will need to be currently residing in New Zealand and be eligible to work.

WAPITI DAIRY LIMITED is looking for a Farm Assistant to join the busy farm in Reporoa. Some of your tasks related to this position would be: Assists in the milking process.  Follows the procedure to produce high-quality milk. Assists in the safe handling of animals, reports any health and welfare issues as per farm policy. Controls weeds.  Sets break fences and feeds out as directed. Assists with nutrient, effluent and water management as directed by farm policy. Safely uses and maintains vehicles on the farm The right applicant will be punctual, reliable and have good communication skills. Previous farming experience is preferred but not essential as proper training will be provided to the right candidate. This is a drug-free work zone and the applicant will need to be comfortable with undergoing a drug test if ever requested. Police vetting may also be requested. You should be able to provide previous work references. You should have a valid driving...

Based 30 mins from Turangi, our innovative, progressive and well set up system 4 dairy unit milks 1100 cows through an 80 bale rotary, on 460 ha of flat - hilly contour. We pride ourselves in looking after our staff with a supportive work environment, modern on farm facilities, a good roster and good housing. We are seeking a Farm Assistant to join our enthusiastic and hard working team.  Our ideal applicant will have a positive attitude with a passion to learn & progress in their dairy career, have great animal health & husbandry, able to ride 2 & 4 wheelers, have good tractor skills, the ability to use initiative but also to follow instructions and have great communication skills. Hours per fortnight - minimum guaranteed 60 hours & maximum 110 hours. Salary range - equilivent of $24/hour to $33.54/hour, paid fortnightly. Roster is 6 days on, 2 days off. Duties & Responsibilities include:  1.    Pasture Management and Feed Budgeting 2....

Feed Production Management • Assist with any feed planning or the management of as appropriate. • Assist to manage weeds and pests to maintain pasture and crops. • Milking • Maintain all appropriate effluent management records. • Know what to do when things go wrong. Animals • Implement animal health program to maintain good health. • Assist with calving and the calf rearing program to achieve minimal losses and ensure high quality replacements are available for the herd. • Assist to manage repairs and maintenance schedule for all plant, machinery and infrastructure. • Ensure all relevant company policies are understood and adhered to. • Experience/qualification is an advantage but not essential. • Dedication, commitment and willing to learn are the traits we are looking for.  

Want to get into farming? We might be the place for you! Looking for someone who’s keen to learn, get stuck in and build their farming skills — you don’t need to know everything, but you should have a basic idea that cows aren’t lawn ornaments and gumboots are considered formal farmwear. We’re a 120ha self-contained dairy farm, milking 250 cows once a day, with all young stock and bulls reared on farm. What you’ll be doing: • Milking in our 32-aside herringbone with cup removers & auto drafting • Feeding out • General farm maintenance • Helping with calves, young stock & bulls • Basically, getting involved in all the good stuff that keeps a farm ticking! Who we’re looking for: Someone who: ✔️ Has some farming experience or a genuine understanding of farm life ✔️ Is keen to learn and willing to have a go ✔️ Is reliable, practical and takes pride in their work ✔️ Doesn’t mind getting their hands dirty ✔️ Can work well as part of a small team ✔️...

We are a family owned and operated dairy farm 5 minutes from Piopio township in the King Country, milking 600 kiwi cross cows through a 40 bail rotary. We milk twice-a-day during spring, transitioning to a 14 in 7 milking system in summer. The shed has automatic cup removers, automatic teat sprayer and drafting gates. We have collars on the cows that monitor their health and heats. We are looking for a permanent full-time Farm Assistant. We are flexible with the start date, although the house will be available from the 19th October. You will work alongside myself, our experienced long-term 2IC and farm assistant. You will be involved in milking, shifting stock, weed spraying, effluent spreading, maintenance, cleaning and other general farm jobs. We run a 18 days on and 3 days off roster and can usually work it so someone has a later start each morning. A three bedroom, one bathroom house is available in Piopio. This position would suit a reliable, hard working...

700 Cow Split Calving | 50 Bale Rotary | System 4/5 We are seeking a reliable and motivated Farm Assistant to join our 700-cow dairy farm. We operate a system 4/5,   split-calving system (250 autumn / 450 spring), milking through a modern 50-bale rotary fitted with ACRs and Protrack.  This is a great opportunity to be part of a supportive team working on a well-run operation with modern systems in place. The Role: You’ll be involved in all aspects of day-to-day farm operations, including: Milking Animal health Feeding out on feed pad  Calf rearing  General farm maintenance Effluent Management  What We’re Looking For: Dairy farming experience  Strong work ethic and reliability Great communication skills Able to work in a team environment What We Offer: Supportive contract milkers Training and upskilling opportunities Competitive pay based on experience 3-bedroom house with brand new...

To assist in milking and complete day-to-day tasks with guidance from the Farm Owner and/or Assistant Manager. Have an interest in farming and is willing to learn and grow in the industry. Have experience in dairy farming, be reliable, have a positive attitude, be tidy and clean in the workplace and most of all, have great communication skills. You will be milking 500 cows split into two herds through a 30 a/s herringbone shed with automatic cup removers and teat sprayer.  We operate a system 4 spring-calving dairy farm. There is in-shed feeding and cows are fed on a feed pad nine months of the year, so would be beneficial to have tractor skills. There is an automatic drafting system and the cows are fitted with Allflex collars. Complete basic farm duties such as milking, feeding out, shifting irrigator, and scraping pad.  Be able to ride a 2-wheel motorbike and operate a tractor. The farm is located in Korakonui district, 10 mins to Te Awamutu and Otorohanga, with a flat...

A position has become available on Lake Heights Farms Ltd, which is part of the T.H. Enterprises group. The Dairy Support Assistant Manager/2IC will support the Dairy Support Manager in the day‑to‑day management of the dairy support farm land. Lake Heights runs  dairy calves, dairy heifers, and bulls, with numbers reaching up to 2,000 head of stock, and these blocks also supply silage and winter grazing to two of our dairy farms. Responsibilities include assisting with the animal health plan, weighing stock, meeting growth targets, drenching programmes, following the fertiliser plan and applications, pasture management and feed levels, maintaining water supply, pest and weed control, and general farm and machinery maintenance. The role also involves carrying out farm plans set by the Operations Manager and providing reliable backup when the Dairy Support Manager is off‑farm.  A good working farm dog/dogs would be an advantage. Applicants must have at least five years of farming...

Mōkai te ngākau. He whenua he oranga. E ū ai ki te pae roa The land sustains and nurtures as we reach to the horizon Tūaropaki Trust (www.tuaropaki.com) is an Ahu Whenua Trust under the auspices of Te Ture Whenua Māori. There are more than 2,700 Owners, a mix of individuals, Whānau Trusts and Kaitiaki Trusts, all descended from the original Owners. The Trust is a kaitiaki for ancestral taonga and manages complex business interests in the food and energy sectors, with assets valued at approximately $1 billion. Ngā mātāpono | Our values Whakapono – Inner belief in the Tūaropaki vision Kia Ū – Commitment and diligence Kia Manawanui – Courage, adaptability, strategic foresight and humility Te tūranga | The role We are looking for an experienced and dependable Senior Dairy Assistant to join our team and help support daily operations across our Rotary and Herringbone dairy sites. As a Senior Dairy Assistant, you will be a key member of the Dairy team....

• Are you keen to try Dairy Farming? • Do you love the sense of purpose you get being part of a team to help get things done? Then we would love to hear from you! Theland Tahi Farm Group are looking for a reliable and motivated Relief Milker / Farm Assistant to join their milking team over the busy AI (Artificial breeding) season. This is a fixed term or casual position only, starting as soon as possible until Early December  Why work with us?  Supportive team that are happy to teach  6:2 Roster What we need from you? Great attitude - someone who doesn't mind early starts and getting your hands dirty Love for cows and farming Love for teamwork This can be a drive in position or furnished accommodation is provided. You will need your own transport so you can get groceries on your days off and enjoy the local activities We are unashamedly a drug and alcohol-free workplace, so you will...

To apply for this role please visit - https://www.ruraldirections.co.nz/jobs?ja-job=1125382   Your Role With 2–3 years’ dairy experience, the Herd Manager will be supported to build their skills across a large-scale operation while taking on greater responsibility. The role could suit an experienced Herd Manager from a smaller herd looking to step up, or a Farm Assistant with large-herd experience ready for the next step. You’ll enjoy variety across once-a-day milking, animal health, stock management, machinery and general farm work. Willowford offers a small, supportive team environment, with progressive cow management, cut-and-carry feeding, a strong focus on animal health and a diverse mating programme. What You’ll Bring: Good stockmanship and a genuine enjoyment of working with cows. Sound understanding of feed management and cow requirements. Strong attention to detail and tidy, organised work habits. A willingness to learn, take...

We are needing a dairy assistant to work in with our existing farm team.  Must have farm experience. Accomodation shared. Must be in NZ Please send through CV with cover letter

The knowledge, experience and farming qualifications to manage the day-to-day running of an efficient  and well-managed dairy farm operation.   Have at least 4 years' experience in dairy farming, be reliable, have a positive attitude, be tidy and clean in the workplace and, most of all, have great communication skills. You will be managing two herds on a system 4 spring-calving dairy farm, with clear instructions from the farm owner.  Milking 500 cows through a 30 a/s herringbone shed with automatic cup removers and teat sprayer.  We have in-shed feeding and also fed on a feed pad nine months of the year, so must capable of operating a tractor. There is an automatic drafting system, and the cows are fitted with Allflex collars. Able to understand and take responsibility for daily tasks such as running of the dairy, effluent management and feeding. Complete tasks with minimal supervision and be able to train other staff.  Look for opportunities to work more effectively and...

We are looking for a skilled person to help run our 400 cow dairy farm near Tokoroa. The dairy is 36 aside with in-shed feeding. Young stock are kept on the farm. The applicant needs to have good tractor driving skills, pay an attention to detail and be able to work as part of a team. Candidates with previous New Zealand dairy farming experience are required. Applicants are required to provide good farming related references. Tasks on farm are rotated but attention is given to the particular skills an individual has strengths in. We aim to provide a learning environment with a supportive team of people. On the edge of Tokoroa with good schooling and sports facilities near. We have a no dogs policy. The applicant must currently reside in NZ and have 2 years NZ dairy farming experience. All suitable applicants must show a good work ethic, have no previous criminal history and be able to pass a drug test. We encourage on-farm and ITO training. The start date is negotiable.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR 2IC/ HERD MANAGER  WHO WANTS TO TAKE ON THIS ROLE. FARM IS GENTLE ROLLING TO SOME STEEP GROUND MILKING 450 COWS RUNNING A 40 ASIDE HERRINGBONE WITH FEED PAD ATTACHED. NICE HOUSING AVAILABLE. YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR BUT NOT LIMITED TO  DAY TO DAY OPERATIONAL DUTIES INCLUDING MILKING, WEEDS, MAINTENANCES, FENCING ETC. REPORT TO FARM MANAGER  HAVE A LEARNING ATTITUDE. FEEDING OUT AND CROP UTILIZATION.  MAINTAINING DAIRY DIARY RECORDS. COULD BE BIGGER OPPORTUNITY NEXT YEAR FOR RIGHT PERSON  YOU MUST HAVE A RIGHT TO WORK ON NEWZEALAND AND  FULL DRIVING LICENSE 

Seeking an experienced Assistant Manager 2IC for a Dairy Farm located in the King Country. This is a full-time position for one person with part time work like relief milking and calf rearing available for the partner.  ***Applicants MUST reside in New Zealand and have a current work visa*** The farm milks 600 spring calved cows milking 3 in 2 during calving then once a day post peak production.. The milking shed is a 46 aside herringbone with ACRs and auto teat sprayer. The farm also has a drystock aspect rearing 200 dairy replacements, beef stock and  horse stud. Offering a competitive salary of between  $80k -90k  (based on experience) with a three-bedroom house as accommodation charged at $200 a week. The Partner will be on an hourly rate. Offering a   roster of 8   days on, and 3 days off, even during calving and mating. The area offers an excellent local primary school that goes through to intermediate level. It’s located 3km away with school bus pickup and...