14 jobs found in Te Awamutu

Due to our current 2IC needing to leave for family reasons, we are looking for a reliable, motivated & experienced person to join our farming operations. We milk approximately 138 cows on predominantly rolling country, with some steeper areas. The role offers plenty of variety, including: Dairy farm duties and stock management Milking & in-shed feeding Sheep & cattle work Tractor & machinery operation Cropping & silage What we're looking for: Good dairy & general stock experience Confident operating tractor and machinery Able to work independently & organizational skills A positive attitude and strong work ethic Applicants must: Already have a valid New Zealand work visa or be a New Zealand resident/citizen with the right to work in NZ. Be currently living in New Zealand. We're looking for someone who takes pride in their work and wants to become part of good farming team. Interested?   We'd love to hear...

An opportunity is available for an enthusiastic and motivated Herd Manager on a progressive dairy farm located approximately 20km southeast of Te Awamutu. The Farm 270ha dairy operation 800 cows milked (150 autumn calving, 650 spring calving) 50-bale rotary shed with cup removers and meal feeder Annual on-farm bull sale held each September All young stock retained on farm Strong focus on genetic improvement and embryo work Well-maintained property with excellent systems and infrastructure The Role This is a hands-on Herd Manager position working alongside the farm owners and team, taking responsibility for the day-to-day management of the herd and assisting with the smooth operation of the farm. Beyond the daily dairy operation, this role offers the opportunity to be part of a progressive breeding programme focused on genetic gain and herd improvement. This role offers exposure to a progressive breeding programme, providing opportunities to learn about...

Looking for an experienced Assistant Drystock Manager for a drive in position approx 30 mins from Te Awamutu. Must be experienced in operating machinery for feeding of stock, farm maintenance etc. Must be honest & reliable.

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...

Our current sharemilker is moving on to a bigger job after 4 years.  We are looking for a new herd  owning operator sharemilker who has good grass management and stock skills, communicates well and needs to employ 1 fulltime staff. You will have attention to detail and keep good records. The herd needs to be a Jersey/ Jersey Friesian cross breed.   The milking shed is a good 26 as HB and there are other supporting buildings. The farm is flat to slightly undulating contour. Farm is situated 10 mins from Te Awamutu and 20 mins from Cambridge. School buses are at the gate for Primary, Intermediate  and Highschool . Owner lives on farm.  Production  3 year average is 129899 ms with a best of 131389 ms on system 2 and we supply Fonterra. We keep the calves on the farm till 1 May and then  they go on grazing and come back as incalf heifers. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand. 

Great location - just 5 mins to Te Awamutu and great tidy farm. Milking 250 jersey cows through a 20 ashb, system 2, on 100ha of flat-rolling contour. The average production is 85,000kgMS. We are seeking a Contract Milker with a passion for the industry and keen to progress in their farming career, to achieve good production while taking excellent care of the cows and the farm. Having proven excellent animal health, pasture management and all general on farm skills are a must along with having excellent communication skills and a desire to have a well presented farm. Costs - labour, motorbikes & fuel, power, shed detergents. Equipment needed - bikes, including a 4 wheeler, knapsack sprayer, chainsaw, small tools including fencing gear, electric fence tester. No dogs.  If you believe our position could fit your career goals and you have excellent recent references, we are keen to hear from you.  Please apply online including your referees details.  A pre-contract...

Located 30 mins to Te Awamutu, we are a system 3 dairy unit milking 450 cows through a 36ashb with ACRs, a herd home and modern up to date systems. We are seeking an experienced Assistant Farm Manager to join our team who is passionate about farming, keen to learn & progress, has good animal health & husbandry, a good understanding of pasture management, good tractor experience & all other general on farm skills. We offer a great well set up work place and a good team environment where we encourage our staff to progress & grow in their career. If you are living in New Zealand, a NZ resident, with 4+years farming experience and drug free, please apply online attaching your up to date CV and recent referees details. The farmer is NOT Employer Accredited. Pre-employment drug testing will be undertaken and a Ministry of Justice criminal history check may be requested. A 90 day trial period will apply. For queries please phone Anne - 0272711733 Anne Burdon...

Start date negotiable We are looking for a Dairy Support Manager who will support the Dairy Manager, covering time off for the dairy team as well as work alongside the Drystock Manager. There is calf rearing work available for a partner from mid July until December. The dairy part of the role includes; Regular cover for the dairy team during calving & mating (mid July to mid November) Milking 580 cows at peak through a 36ashb Getting in cows and calves Feeding out silage and maize (no feed pad) Putting up and taking down break fences Diagnosing and treating animal health issues including mastitis and lameness Reactive and planned maintenance The drystock part of the role includes; Feeding out silage Putting up and taking down break fences (all mobs get daily breaks) Drafting, weighing, drenching and vaccinating stock Reactive and planned maintenance Diagnosing and treating animal health issues in a timely manner The ideal candidate...

Located near Te Awamutu, we are a system 3-4 farm milking 750 cows through a 50-rotary. We are progressive in our farming practices, have modern facilities & machinery, and have good on-farm systems. We are seeking experienced (minimum 3 years) Assistant Herd Manager to join our team who have a passion for working with animals, have good communication, and are keen to progress in the farming industry, including undertaking Primary ITO studies. The position of assistant herd manager is designed to assist the farm manager in the overall running of the farm. You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested, and developing, including: milking twice a day; shifting cows and feeding; fencing, weed control; calving, calf rearing; shed cleaning and setup; - the ability to identify mastitis, lame cows, and generally sick cows - setting fences - effluent spreading and learning how the system runs; - being able to follow instructions, communicate, and work as part of a team....

We are only 5 minutes from Te Awamutu and about 15 minutes from Hamilton Looking for a reliable relief milker for our 700-cow dairy farm, milking through a 50-bale rotary.  What we’re after: • Reliable, punctual, team player • Dairy experience an advantage, but keen learners welcome What we offer: • Competitive hourly rate (dependent on experience) • Supportive team environment  Im trying to find someone that can cover all or most of the dates below December 19th,20th,26th,27th,29th and 30th January 5th,6th,9th and 10th February 6th,7th,20th and 21st March 6th,7th

We are seeking a very experienced contract milker s or at 20 years experience in the industry to achieve good production while taking excellent care of my cows and the farm. The farm is 140ha and will carry around that 390 cows previously milked 348 with 126000 (kg/ms) with cross breed cows.  Spring calving system 3.   The ideal candidates will be experienced and have proven pasture management skills.  Good communication is essential.   Sharemilkers costs: Labour, shed detergents, rubber inflation's, claw tubes, power and own motorbike fuel.   Equipment needed: Bikes including 4 wheeler.  Nap sack sprayer Chainsaw Small tools including fencing gear Electric fence tester.  

We require an experienced, able bodied person to assist with calf rearing with one other. Calving twice a year, successful applicant must be able to work alone and with other staff at times.  Some relief milkings available.

We have a 200 hectare self contained rolling and steep Dairy Farm situated between Cambridge and Matamata. Currently milking once a day all season producing 100,000 ms average. 36 aside herringbone cowshed 3 bedroom house. In shed pk feeder and grow 5 ha maize and 4 ha kale.  We run a profitable low cost System and are looking for a couple or 1 person with part time help over Spring. Basic costs, cowshed expenses motorbikes and labour.  We could consider milking some cows twice a day for the right team to increase production  Email C.V. with covering letter to  [email protected]

Elite Farm Managers Position With Equity Potential – Manono Farm 970 Cows Cambridge   Manono farm manager’s position is located at 1/2881 Cambridge Road only ten minutes from Cambridge and Te Awamutu. The farm is 310ha effective milking platform and is operated under a high performing pasture-based system. This position has become available as the current equity manager has progressed to large scale 50-50 sharemilking opportunity. The successful applicant will be given a lot of autonomy with day to day management and must demonstrate experience and knowledge in the following disciplines: -              Recruit, develop and organise staff in a way that creates a strong team environment -              Technical and practical skill in feed budgeting and allocation. -              Financial budgeting ability and able to perform to budget. -              Stock management – Ability to create and implement SCC, Lameness, Heat detection and all...