17 jobs found in Te Awamutu

You must be in NZ to apply for this position - we are not an accredited employer! We have an opportunity for a Farm Assistant on our farm in Rotoorangi – 10 minutes from Cambridge. We milk 650 cows in a modern 50-bale rotary, running two herds. Our farm is relatively flat with the odd rolling hill. We use cow manager ear tags for heat and health detection and automatic drafting. In this role you will assist in the day to day running of the farm including milk and shed hygiene, effluent irrigation, break fencing, general maintenance and repairs and other farm duties. Our ideal Farm Assistant will need: Good communication skills Excellent stock management skills To be a great team member · Great time management skills We require someone who is reliable, fit and healthy. Someone who enjoys working with animals and seeing them do their best. A person who is keen to learn and progress within our farm business. We are looking at running a 9/2,8/2 roster (over...

We are seeking someone to assist with milking twice a day (AM and PM) currently requiring someone to be available to milk every second weekend on Saturday and Sunday, and then after mating it will become every second Friday, Saturday and Sunday Position to start Saturday 10th October 2026 and be available every second weekend from this date. Please send your interest through to [email protected] or call the office on 07 8713218 and ask for Lannah All applicants must already be in NZ, and either be a NZ resident or hold the correct visa to be eligible to work in NZ.

Dairy Farm Assistant – Full-Time We are looking for a reliable and motivated Dairy Farm Assistant to join our team. This is a hands-on role assisting with the daily operations of the farm. Key responsibilities include: Milking and maintaining dairy shed hygiene Moving and handling livestock Monitoring and supporting animal health Feeding and general farm duties Ideal Candidate: Must already be legally entitled to work in New Zealand and hold a valid visa/work right that allows you to start work immediately Dairy farming experience is preferred, but not essential – full training will be provided Must be able to pass a drug test if required Must have a clean criminal record You must have: The ability to follow instructions and also work proactively without supervision A positive attitude and strong teamwork skills A genuine interest in working with livestock A willingness to learn and grow...

We operate a 600 cow split calving Dairy Farm 8kms from Matamata. Cows are milked through a 44 ashb shed and fed year round on an adjacent feed pad via a mixer wagon. Farm has good infrastructure and machinery. We seek the services of an enthusiastic person, who has a proven work record and ability with both stock and machinery, . Casual work may be available for partner. Please note accomodation  would suit only single person or couple. Non smokers only please

We are after a Farm Assistant to join the team as our current farm assistant is finishing up after calving. We are a 650 (peak) cow farm. Milking through a 30 a side herringbone shed with cup removers. Farm is flat to rolling contour. Farm duties include but not limited to Milking Shed/plant cleaning and maintenance Weed control Fencing Effluent management General stock management General R&M This position is until the end of the 2026/2027 season. May be available for the next season   The ideal applicant would have NZ farming experience. Must be able to work well in a team and independently. Follow instructions. Able to identify animal health issues. Farm is situated 10mins North of Tokoroa. Please only apply if you are currently living in New Zealand and currently eligible to work in NZ. We are not an Accredited Employer.

Wanted - Permanent, reliable relief milker. Are you skilled in dairy farming and eager for some relief work in the Horsham Downs area. If so TEXT ONLY Nick 0274191122

Farm assistant position available, minutes from Putaruru. Milking 470 cows through a 40-aside herringbone shed with ACR's fitted. We are looking for someone who is motivated & reliable, has excellent communication skills. Is mature and capable of working along side another staff member and their employer. Can riding a 2-wheel motorbike. Has good knowledge of animal health, dairy shed hygiene, effluent management and health & safety. Must currently live in NZ and hold current visa. I am not an accredited employer. Please attach CV with references with your application. 

Hi, person required to assist on a casual basis between two farms when other staff are absent or when required. Milking, calf rearing and general farm work. We are 8 kms from Matamata. Cheers Bruce

We operate 3 adjoining farms 8 kms from Matamata. 2 are 600 cow split calving, 1 is run as a support to the other two, taking 330 early calving cows from from each calving interval, with 2 dry periods in January and June. We require the services of a capable person who can adapt to help on any of the 3 farms as required. All 3 farms have a feed pad and mixer wagon so ability on machinery is required. Sheds are 44, 40 and 30 Ashb respectivly. Fresian Cows, split herds. Good 3 brm accomadation available

Looking for a motivated individual who is willing to learn. Role includes: -General farm duties -Milking -Assisting with calf rearing This position would suit someone with a minimum of one year of dairy farming experience, who is eligible to work in New Zealand. Applicant must be a good communicator. Total package value will be based on experience and responsibilities. To apply for this role, please supply your CV with appropriate references. Please Note: applicants must have a current drivers license and clean criminal record. We maintain a drug and alcohol free workplace and have policies in place for testing.

We are looking for a fulltime farm assistant to join our team on a 135ha dairy farm based in Okoroire, near Tirau. We are centrally located only 35kms from Rotorua, 28kms from Matamata and 15kms from both Tirau and Putaruru. We milk 400cows through a 38 bail rotary. The successful applicant will be working alongside us 50/50 sharemilkers and a 2IC on a family farm.  We are looking for someone that likes to work in a close family situation, has a passion for farming and isn’t just requiring a house. You will need to be able to take instruction from our 2IC and get to work on time! Able to ride a 2-wheeler motorbike and ideally some tractor experience. You must be quiet around the cows and be hardworking, honest and reliable. Key tasks are milking cows, setting up break fences, identifying mastitis, identifying cows in heat, general farm maintenance. Salary will be based on relevant experience in the dairy industry. Roster is 12 on 2 off. Every 2nd weekend off and...

Drive in Milker PLEASE NOTE - any milking experience is fine, cow, goat or sheep. We are looking for an experienced and reliable drive-in milker to join our close-knit team on our family owned sheep milking farm, located just 5 minutes from Te Awamutu, in the Waikato. You will be helping us milk around 720 ewes, through a 30 aside herringbone shed. We milk the herd twice a day and we are looking for someone to assist with our milking during the season. The milking season runs from now until April. Requirements for this role: • Strong knowledge and experience of dairy milking and methods • Knowledge and ability with milking systems  • Demonstrated high standards of milk quality and shed hygiene • High standard of personal and operational hygiene • Maintain a tidy & presentable dairy shed • Good animal husbandry skills • Empathy for livestock • Able to drive a manual vehicle and farm motorbikes • Follow health and safety and wellbeing procedures •...

We are looking for a staff member who fits in our team and way of working. You must have at least 3 years' experience as herd manager.  You have great 👍skills and are willing to learn. Our tidy farm: 680 cows, 54 bales rotary, acr's, automatic teatspray, in shed feeding. Rolling/steep farm so you must be confident to ride a farm bike 🏍 SAFE. You have a clean history, no drugs, no alcohol problem, no vape/ smoking. You are fit 💪. Roster 6/2.  The full description Herdmanager is to be found at www.dairy.nz .  You MUST have NZ Residence!

Wairarapa Moana Incorporation is an innovative and progressive farming business. Our vision and values are to nurture our people, place and future. Our portfolio includes a large, dairy farming operation covering over 5,500ha in the Mangakino district. We are seeking a skilled and motivated Herd Manager to join our team immediately. This role will involve milking and feeding cows, understanding the principles of animal health, good understanding of animal husbandry, pasture management and general farm maintenance. To be successful in this role, you will need to have at least 2-3 years previous experience on a NZ dairy farm and industry qualifications are an advantage . Must have a positive attitude, willingness to learn and enjoy working in a supportive team environment.  If you believe that you have the skills, knowledge and experience to be successful in this role, forward your CV and Cover Letter to our contact person. Our competitive remuneration package includes...

Wairarapa Moana Incorporation is an innovative and progressive farming business and an equal opportunities employer. Our vision and values are to nurture our people, place and future. Our portfolio includes a large, dairy farming operation covering over 5,500ha in the Mangakino district. We are seeking a motivated Farm Assistant to join our team immediately.  Experience in dairy farming and animal management skills preferred.  This role will involve milking, operating farm machinery, animal husbandry, farm maintenance and pasture management. Applicants must have previous experience, a positive attitude and willingness to learn.  Minimum guaranteed hours per week are 44. If you believe that you have the skills, knowledge and experience to be successful in this role, forward your CV and Cover Letter to our contact person. Our competitive remuneration package includes accommodation and access to training and development. Wairarapa Moana Incorporation conduct...

Wairarapa Moana Incorporation is one of Aotearoa’s largest Māori-owned farming operations, owned by over 3,000 descendants of the original owners of Lake Wairarapa. With 3,850 hectares in dairy farms milking 12,000 cows, 1,460 hectares in dairy support, and 5,820 hectares in forestry, we are committed to sustainable, values-led growth that reflects our unique legacy and vision for the future. The opportunity – We are seeking an experienced and motivated Assistant Farm Manager (2IC) for one of our 12 dairy units. The dairy unit is ha with 730 cows milked through a 43-bail herringbone.  This role reports directly to the Farm Manager and you will work closely with them to ensure the farm plans and targets are achieved. What you need – To be successful in this role, you will need excellent animal husbandry (lame cow management), pasture and feed management skills and knowledge, experienced tractor skills, excellent communication skills both written and oral....

Wairarapa Moana Incorporation is an innovative and progressive farming business and an equal opportunities employer. Our vision and values are to nurture our people, place and future. Our portfolio includes a large, dairy farming operation covering over 5,500ha in the Mangakino district. We are seeking a motivated Farm Assistant to join our team immediately.  Experience in dairy farming and animal management skills preferred.  We are seeking a motivated Permanent PART TIME Farm Assistant to join our team immediately.  Experience in dairy farming and animal management skills preferred. DRIVE IN ROLE. This role will involve milking, operating farm machinery, animal husbandry, farm maintenance and pasture management. Applicants must have previous experience, a positive attitude and willingness to learn.  Minimum guaranteed hours per week are 44. If you believe that you have the skills, knowledge and experience to be successful in this role, forward your CV and...