38 farm assistant jobs found in Whanganui

Requirements Experience: Minimum 6 months of New Zealand dairy farming experience specifically covering the calving to mating period. Legal Status: Must be a New Zealand resident or citizen. Licence: Clean Class 1 full driver’s licence (or equivalent). Skills: Confident riding 2-wheeler and 4-wheeler motorbikes. Attributes: Strong initiative, willing to learn, and able to work both in a team and unsupervised. Screening: Must be drug-free (requires passing pre-employment and random seasonal drug tests). Lifestyle: Strictly non-smoker and no pets allowed on site. Application: Updated CV, cover letter, and at least 2 contactable referees. Key Responsibilities Milking & Shed Hygiene: Perform milking duties and maintain strict cleanliness to ensure high-quality milk production. Animal Health: Detect and report health issues (e.g., mastitis, lameness), assist with treatments, and accurately record data....

2,500 cows  l  2x 80 BR  l  760 ha effective Our client operates a high-performing dairy farming enterprise in the Manawatu/Whanganui region on 760 ha effective, providing an excellent environment for farmers wanting to build their skills and advance their careers. With a strong focus on efficiency, innovation, milking approximately 2,500 this operation runs through 2x modern 80 bale rotary cowsheds with plenty of automation.   You'll gain exposure to modern farming practices, large-scale operations, and industry-leading systems while working alongside an experienced and supportive team. The Role As part of a motivated and supportive team, you'll be involved in a wide range of day-to-day farming activities, including milking, animal health and welfare, feeding, pasture management, general farm maintenance, and operating modern farm equipment and systems.  You'll work closely with experienced team members to ensure the farm continues to operate efficiently while...

We have a vacancy for a honest & reliable farm assistant on a 450 cow farm. 12 minutes from Feilding and 25 minutes from Palmerston North. Duties would include Milking and general farm duties. A minimum of one year’s recent dairy farm experience in New Zealand required. Must pass a pre employment drug test. Drivers license required. 1 bedroom accommodation is available would suit a single person. 

Milking: Assists in efficient and hygienic milking routine. Follows procedure to produce high quality milk. Carries out simple milk harvesting tasks as directed, and is developing correct skills to milk. Animals: Assists in safe handling of animals, reports any health and welfare issues as per farm policy. Assists with moving and handling animals safely, and observes and reports on wellbeing of all classes of stock Feed: Controls weeds. Sets break fences and feeds out as directed. Assists with pasture and crop weed control, and is learning about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops. Machine, vehicles and technology: Safely uses and maintains vehicles on farm as directed by on farm policy People: Works well with others, building a strong team culture. Is aware of the opportunities available to them in their personal and career goals, and is beginning to look for opportunities to move to the next level in their career. Health, safety and...

Milking: Assists in efficient and hygienic milking routine. Follows procedure to produce high quality milk. Carries out simple milk harvesting tasks as directed, and is developing correct skills to milk. Animals: Assists in safe handling of animals, reports any health and welfare issues as per farm policy. Assists with moving and handling animals safely, and observes and reports on wellbeing of all classes of stock Feed: Controls weeds. Sets break fences and feeds out as directed. Assists with pasture and crop weed control, and is learning about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops. Machine, vehicles and technology: Safely uses and maintains vehicles on farm as directed by on farm policy People: Works well with others, building a strong team culture. Is aware of the opportunities available to them in their personal and career goals, and is beginning to look for opportunities to move to the next level in their career. Health, safety and...

We have positions available for two (2) Dairy Farm Assistants on a 330-cow farm in the Hāwera area, milking through a 40 Rotary Bale shed. Previous experience is preferred but not required for this role. 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 identifying and alerting managers to sick cows Setting fences and other general farm duties. Weekly hours are a minimum of 30 and a maximum of 55. Since farm work is dependent on a number of unknown factors like weather and animals, any hours worked beyond the agreed maximum in a fortnightly pay period will be paid at the agreed overtime rate.   The schedule may vary; Roster is 7 days on, 2 days off for the rest of the year.  Wage ranges from $26.07 to $30.00 per hour, depending on experience . Candidates are required to...

Milking: Assists in efficient and hygienic milking routine. Follows procedure to produce high quality milk. Carries out simple milk harvesting tasks as directed, and is developing correct skills to milk. Animals: Assists in safe handling of animals, reports any health and welfare issues as per farm policy. Assists with moving and handling animals safely, and observes and reports on wellbeing of all classes of stock Feed: Controls weeds. Sets break fences and feeds out as directed. Assists with pasture and crop weed control, and is learning about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops. Machine, vehicles and technology: Safely uses and maintains vehicles on farm as directed by on farm policy People: Works well with others, building a strong team culture. Is aware of the opportunities available to them in their personal and career goals, and is beginning to look for opportunities to move to the next level in their career. Health, safety and...

We are seeking a reliable Dairy Farm Assistant for our Dannevirke-based dairy farm, starting November 26, milking approximately 300 cows through a 24-aside herringbone shed with ACR's. You will be working alongside a contract milker and the farm owner, assisting with day-to-day farm operations. Independent on-farm accomodation provided. The ideal applicant will: - Be able to solo milk (preferred) - Have basic tractor experience (preferred) - Be reliable, motivated, and willing to learn - Currently live and able to work in NZ. We are not AEWV employers On-the-job training is available, and we’re happy to teach the right person. If you’re keen to grow your skills in the dairy industry, we would love to hear from you. Please email   [email protected] for more details or to send us your CV.

Due to a career change we are looking to replace our team member of 2 years. We are a self contained farm still developing and taking on annual projects to improve efficiency’s and the farm.  we are looking for someone to join our team of 4 to milk in our 40 aside herringbone with ACRs and inshed feeding. There is a range of tractor work on farm including topping, spreading nitrogen, heavy rolling and feeding out.  Further skill development is encouraged 

We are seeking a motivated, honest, and reliable person to join our dairy farming operation. This role involves assisting with the day-to-day running of a 470-cow herd on a 160-effective hectare farm , milking through a 40-aside herringbone shed . Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Milking and maintaining high standards of shed hygiene Stock handling and animal welfare Feeding and pasture management support Set up temporary fences and weed control General farm and machinery maintenance Other general farm duties as required The farm is part of a larger farming business that includes an additional dairy unit located across the road. Employees are expected to work cooperatively across both farms as part of a wider team when required. Previous dairy farming experience is preferred but not essential. Training will be provided for candidates without prior experience who demonstrate the right attitude and work ethic....

We are seeking a team member to help with day to day runnings - milking 14 bale herringbone (soon to be moving into a new 40 bale rotary- waiting for sign off) setting breaks, bringing in cows and calves and helping with calf rearing. You will be joining a supportive team environment consisting of a herd manager along side another farm assistant, on a roster system.  Must be capable of milking on your own if necessary.   Applicant MUST be residing in and eligible to work in New Zealand.

We are looking to fill a farm assistant role on our farm starting immediately  Basic farm jobs milking, cleaning, break setup, stock movement, weed control etc. Applicant must have a reliable, punctual, honest attitude, training will be given as required. You must be drug free and have a driving licence.  

Dairy Farm Assistant OAD HB Auto cup removers and Auto cup flushes 450 cows, Farmer owned and operated. Looking for someone with good stock sense and practicality, likes working outdoors. You must have a full clean Drivers Licence to apply for this position and be able to speak and understand English well. We are happy to help with visa requirements but you need to be currently in New Zealand to apply. You need to have at least 8 mths continuous Dairy Farm work and we will require references of past employment within a 3year time frame. We are looking for someone who likes animals and is able to keep a clean environment. Please email your current CV 

We are seeking a Farm Assistant to join our small team on a dairy farm,12km from Okato. Looking for someone who is reliable, enthusiastic and can work in a team as well as independently. The farm is 149 hectares rolling to flat, high altitude. The Dairy Shed is a Herringbone, 30 aside with some ACRs. Halter necklaces for pasture and animal health. System 2 mainly grass feed. The role consists of all aspects of dairy farming including, milking cows, animal health and welfare, feeding out, effluent management, general maintenance, spraying weeds and tractor work. Experience on a tractor and motorbike is an advantage, and a minimum of 1 years' experience is required. The farm is smoke and drug free. The applicant will be required to supply two current references. All applicants need to be living in NZ. Please send your CV to [email protected]

We are looking for a reliable, farm assistant/farmhand to join our team on a 800-cow dairy farm. 50 Bail Rotary with cup removers and inshed feeding Great opportunity for someone who enjoys being outside, working with cows and getting stuck into a bit of everything that comes with dairy farming. What you'll be doing Helping with morning and afternoon milking Bring cows to and from the dairy General cow handling and animal health work Shifting fences and moving stock Feeding silage and supplements Tractor and machinery work Keeping the farm, yards and equipment clean and tidy Ideally, you will have some previous dairy farming experience Have a current driver's license No accomodation, but only 5-minute drive from Masterton Only NZ residents need apply

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 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...

Farm Assistant - Honikiwi, Otorohanga We are looking for a reliable and motivated Farm Assistant to join our team on a large-scale dairy operation located approximately 10 minutes from Otorohanga. Flat to rolling contour 1,100 peak milked KiwiCross cows 650 spring calvers and 450 autumn calvers 60-bail rotary with ACR and auto-draft Supplying OFI Milk Feed pad system with cows fed year-round Rearing a minimum of 300 replacement heifers and 150 beef calves annually to minimize bobby calves 3-bedroom house provided Full-time position This role is best suited to someone who genuinely enjoys dairy farming and wants to be part of a hardworking team. Reliability is extremely important to us. We need someone who turns up every day, takes pride in their work, and can be counted on when extra help is needed during busy periods. This is a hands-on role on a large farm. There are long days at times, especially through calving and other peak periods, so...

Relief Milker Join Our Team We are looking for a reliable and motivated  Relief Milker to join our team on a modern 600-cow spring-calving dairy farm in the Manawatū. This is a fixed-term position to provide additional support during the busy calving season. The role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with livestock, takes pride in producing quality work, and wants flexible employment within a supportive team environment. Whether you're an experienced relief milker or looking to further your dairy farming career, we'd love to hear from you. About the Role This position is fixed-term for the duration of the calving season, with an anticipated finish at the end of November 2026 (or by agreement), when seasonal staffing requirements reduce. You will work alongside an experienced team, helping ensure the farm continues to operate efficiently during our busiest time of the year. Key Responsibilities Carry out efficient and hygienic...

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....