16 jobs found in Te Kūiti

Seeking a fulltime Herd Manager / Farm Assistant. Kopua farm is central to Te Awamutu, Otorohanga, and Pirongia. Situated on a no exit road with minimal traffic. This role would suit someone who has dairy farming experience and can bring a steady, positive presence to complement our young energetic team. The successful applicant will have complete support from the farm manager and owners to help them be successful in the role and progress further within the diary industry. This position offers room to climb the ladder as the business owners own and operate several farms in the Waikato and King Country.   Accommodation provided in the form of a cozy 3 by 1 bedroom home with small office/4th room, With a wood burning stove top fire , And heat pump, Currently renovating the kitchen. Kopua Farm is 280ha of mainly flat land which is a pastoral based system 2 dairy unit, Calving 940 cows. Milking through a 50 bale herringbone shed. Milking once a day for young stock...

Milking - Assist in efficient and hygienic milking routine.    Follow procedure to produce high quality milk. Animals - Assist in safe handling of animals, report any health and welfare issues as per farm policy.    Assist with moving and handling animals safely and observe and report on wellbeing of all classes of stock.      Feed - Set break fences and feeds out as directed.    Assist with pasture and crop weed control and learn about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops.   Environment - Understand how dairy effluent systems operate and how effluent affects the on-farm environment and be aware of regional council requirements and their responsibilities to comply with these.   People - Work well with others, building a strong team culture.    Develop an understanding of what makes a good farm team, and how their actions affect the wider team.   Machine, vehicles, and technology - Safely use and maintain vehicles on farm as directed by on farm...

Wairarapa Moana Incorporation is an innovative and progressive farming business whose vision and values are to nurture their people, place and future. Its portfolio includes a large, dairy farming operation covering over 5,500ha in the Mangakino district. We are seeking motivated and experienced calf rearers for this coming calving season (July - October). Senior and Junior Calf Rearer Positions  Animal health and welfare is a big part of this role so our  ideal candidates would need to demonstrate care, patience and attention to detail to ensure our young stock get the best start possible. The position is drive-in only . We have casual and fixed term contracts available. Great attitude, willness to work hard and work in with a team. If you believe that you have the skills, knowledge and experience to be successful in this role please forward your CV and Cover Letter to our contact person. Please note: Wairarapa Moana Incorporation conduct pre-employment drug...

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.  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...

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....

Senior Farm Assistant   We are seeking an energetic person that takes pride in their work and has a passion for the industry to join our team. We are contract milkers for Trinity Lands and require a strong candidate who is looking for an exciting opportunity to work alongside us. You will have the ability to step up, and aid in the smooth running of the farm whilst maintaining high standards in our absence. We are looking for someone to start as soon as possible. The farm is conveniently located in Lichfield, 10 minutes from both Tokoroa and Putaruru.  The farms run on an autumn calving system, and w e peak milk 650 cows through a 40 aside herringbone shed on 163 ha of flat contour with some steeper areas.  The shed is equipped with automatic drafting gates coupled with Cow Manager ear tags. Cow Manager is used as a tool to help make decisions around animal health, mating and nutrition which has revolutionized our daily operations. The farm is...

Person required to assist with humanely removing horn buds (using local anesthetic) from calves 4 - 12 days old, lifting and cleaning of crates as required. Monday to Friday - hours vary between 7.30am - 5.30pm depending on bookings but around 40 hours per week. Fixed term contract for late July to early September. Must be physically fit. Central Waikato Area close to Hamilton / Cambridge. Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Start ASAP... You must already be in NZ. We’re looking for someone experienced, confident, reliable and honest. You will work in a small team of four, including the Farm Manager, Farm Assistant. casual staff, and the owners. The 550 cow, Spring calving Dairy Farm consists of a 195ha milking platform and a 36ASHB with in-shed feeding. Located 2mins from Te Kauwhata. Excellent employment package, including good remuneration, education opportunities, a tidy one bedroom house, and a 9:2/7:3 roster with 6:1 over calving. If you’re a keen motocross rider we have a track on the farm, or if you enjoy horse riding you’re welcome to have your horse on farm and utilise the arena!! We look forward to seeing your CV! Email; [email protected]

This is a fantastic opportunity for a team orientated, fit and enthusiastic person to join our successful team as a live in relief milker. There will be opportunities through out the season to do some other farm duties. Our 250ha dairy farm is located just 7 minutes from Matamata and we are milking 920 cows through a 60 bale rotary. We run a high producing system 2-3 dairy farm. You are required to assist in the day to day milking, hosing out and some animal health. We are looking for someone who has a positive can-do working attitude and is a reliable, honest and hard-working person. A high standard of cleanliness for the shed and housing is essential. If this sounds like you, please get in touch. Please note that you will only be contacted if you are shortlisted for the job! Thanks

We are seeking a motivated and reliable farm worker to step into a Farm Assistant role. Experience is preferred but not required. The business operates 11 farms in the Morrinsville/Te Aroha area, and this role offers the opportunity to work across different farms as needed. 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, and recording births/transfers in NAIT shed cleaning and setup, identifying sick cows, alerting managers, and logging treatments in LIC Setting fences general farm duties and maintaining accurate herd records Weekly hours are a minimum of 30 and a maximum of 42. Since farm work is dependent on a number of unknown factors like weather and animals, should you work beyond the agreed maximum hours in a fortnightly pay period, you will be paid at the agreed overtime rate for each additional hour...

We are seeking a motivated and reliable farm worker to step into a Farm Assistant role. Experience is preferred but not required. The business operates 11 farms in the Morrinsville/Te Aroha area, and this role offers the opportunity to work across different farms as needed. 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, and recording births/transfers in NAIT shed cleaning and setup, identifying sick cows, alerting managers, and logging treatments in LIC/MINDA Setting fences general farm duties and maintaining accurate herd records Weekly hours are a minimum of 30 and a maximum of 42. Since farm work is dependent on a number of unknown factors like weather and animals, should you work beyond the agreed maximum hours in a fortnightly pay period, you will be paid at the agreed overtime rate for each additional...

Hi !I am looking for a calf rearer or full time farm Assistant for three months on a 570 cows farm. In the center of Matamata-Piako District. For farm assistant i will be more than happy to help in finding a job and putting references after finishing up . Good quality accommodation is available for the right person. Strictly no pets please.

Must currently reside in New Zealand. A highly motivated individual is required to join our team as a Farm Assistant.  530 cow farm, working with farm owner and 2 others. Key responsibilities: Managing fencing and weed control Identifying and treating sick cows Setting fence breaks Shifting and feeding cows Milking twice daily with other employees The ideal candidate will be responsible, hardworking and physically fit.  Can pass a pre-employment drug test and has a clear criminal record.  At least 6 months experience with farm machinery, tractor, feed out wagon, motorbikes etc. Must be able to identify health issues with stock e.g. mastitis/sore feet. Must have shed hygiene knowledge.

Looking to join a great team this season? This is for someone with at least a full seasons worth of experience on a New Zealand Dairy farm. So if you’ve got experience, use your initiative, communicate well, take pride in your house and workplace and are open-minded with a willingness to learn then we’d love to hear from you! We run an organised farm with a fun crew who bring those 5.30am smiles to the shed, take pride in their work and have a laugh. Some mornings the radio isn’t the only singing you’ll hear over the sound of the milking plant. If your goal is to progress in the dairy industry, you’ll learn the fundamentals here while working alongside a supportive and experienced team. If you are experienced and looking for a great team this is the role for you too! Your role will include assisting with: Milking twice a day. Providing excellent animal health and stockmanship skills. Day-to-day farm tasks like keeping the shed and surrounds clean and tidy,...

We are looking for an experienced Herd Manager for our 1050 cow farm on the edge of Paeroa. Milking through a 50 bale rotary cowshed with inshed feeding, autodrafting and auto heat detection. Roster is 8 days on and 2 days off.   You must have a minimum of 2 years experience and a Level 2 qualification The successful herd manager will have the following attributes: You will be self motivated and able to think for yourself. You will be driven to suceed in your work and like to see results. You will understand and take responsiblities for daily tasks such as running of the dairy, managing your herd, feeding.  You will be capable of completing tasks with minimal supervision and can supervise and train junior staff.  You will look for opportunities to work more effectively and efficiently to improve the business. Guaranteed  minimum 30 hours Your salary will range between $75K and $80K Avg hours per week are 50 You must have a clear criminal record. No drugs -...