5 jobs found in Te Awamutu

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 a Farm Assistant to join our team who is passionate about farming, keen to learn, have good animal husbandry, can ride 2 & 4 wheelers, preferably have had some tractor experience & 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 , have no pets, have your drivers licence and own reliable transport, and drug free, please apply online attaching your up to date CV and recent referees details. The position best suits a single person due to the shared accommodation. A backpacker wanting 6+ months work would also considered. The farmer is NOT Employer Accredited. Pre-employment drug testing will be undertaken and a Ministry of Justice criminal...

An opportunity is available for an experienced 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 Jersey bull sale held each September All young stock retained on farm Very well-maintained property with excellent systems in place The Role You will work 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. This is a hands-on position that requires a strong work ethic, particularly through calving and other busy periods. The Successful Applicant Will: Have strong stockmanship and animal health skills Be reliable, organised, and self-motivated Work well within a team Take pride in maintaining high farming standards We Offer:...

We have an opportunity to join our team milking 20 mins from Otorohanga. We require someone with at least 18 months of continuous NZ farming experience with references.  The successful applicant will be motivated, honest and committed to going the extra mile. Job Description MILKING: Manages milk harvesting to optimise quality and efficiency ANIMALS Assists in diagnoses and treatment of all animal health issues and demonstrates best practice.  PEOPLE Work well in a team. Mentors junior staff if required FEED Participates in feeding cows and calves and discusses appropriate management with senior staff PLEASE NOTE: As part of our Company health and safety policy we do undertake initial and routine drug testing A clean criminal history is required.  Strictly no pets To be considered, you MUST provide an up-to-date CV  Minimum 30 hours per week Maximum 45 hours per week Roster 12 on 2 off

Location: Ngahinapouri, Waikato We are seeking a reliable and motivated Dairy Farm Assistant to join our team in the Waikato region. This role is ideal for someone who is genuinely interested in dairy farming and committed to developing practical skills in New Zealand’s dairy industry. About the Role The Dairy Farm Assistant supports daily farm operations, including milking, animal health checks, feeding, and general farm maintenance. The successful applicant will work closely with the Farm Manager and wider team to ensure smooth and efficient farm performance throughout the season. Key Responsibilities Assisting with daily milking routines Carrying out animal health checks and treatments Feeding stock and maintaining feed areas Supporting calving, mating, and seasonal programmes Monitoring animal welfare and reporting issues promptly Assisting with pasture management and irrigation tasks Operating farm...

We are seeking a motivated and reliable Farm Assistant to join our dairy farming team. About the Farm 680-cow dairy operation 40-aside herringbone milking shed System 5 farm Supplementary feeding includes maize, PKE, soybean meal, canola straw, and molasses Cows are fed on a dual feedpad system Key Responsibilities Milking 680 cows through a 40-aside herringbone shed Assisting with animal health and welfare Feeding and managing supplements on the feedpad General farm maintenance and daily farm operations Supporting the team during calving and throughout the season Minimum Requirements A minimum of 6 months' experience on a dairy farm , including participation in at least one calving season; or A Level 2 Dairy Farming qualification A valid full driver's licence A clear criminal record Must be drug free Able to work effectively as part of a team and follow farm procedures Must be confident on 2 wheel motorbikes and...