11 jobs found in Whanganui

After 2 solid seasons our awesome 2IC was offered his next career step which has open an opportunity on our K Road Farm, but his late notice has left us with a gap to fill. K Road farm has an experienced and competent Farm Manager and a young and enthusiastic team, we are just missing an amazing 2IC / Herd Manager to help them out. We are flexible with how this role is structured, so happy to look at fixed term if you are wanting to keep your options open for next season....... About the farm: K Road farm is located on the stunning shores of Lake Taupo’s western bays approx. 20 min from Turangi. Milking 1250 cows, it runs a low input, fully self-contained system with a focus on pasture and plantain. This farm is well set up, with an easy flat contour. Excellent primary schooling is available locally with the school bus stopping at the farm gate. A three-bedroom family home with extensive views is available to the successful candidate. This role will also appeal to...

40 ASHB Milk Cows, Animal Health Management,  Fencing , Spraying Weed and general farm duties. Minimum of 3 years Dairy Farm Experience Has Halter bit of knowledge is an advantage. If you have a willingness to turn up and work and want to learn. We are happy to take on a New to farming applicant. Rolling to Flat contour.  3 Bedroom House available. NO DOGS Marotiri Primary School 6km with bus at driveway. Taupo 33km and Kinloch Lake 14km away.  Please apply through Farm Source with References and a Resume

Senior Farm assistant position available 30 minutes east of Taupo. 3 bedroom house with internal garage. 1300 cows milked through a 80 Bale Rotary.  Position will suit a couple with relief milking and part time work on farm available over calving and mating. Position could also suit two people wanting to share accommodation and a fulltime plus part time position. 

We are looking for a reliable Relief Milker to join our team from November 2026 until the end of the 2026/27 dairy season. The successful applicant will cover milking shifts while permanent staff are on annual leave, attending training, or carrying out other essential farm duties. The role includes milking cows, preparing and cleaning the milking shed and equipment, bringing cows to and from the milking shed, monitoring animal health and welfare, maintaining high standards of milk quality and hygiene, and carrying out general dairy farm duties as required. Requirements Physically fit and capable of carrying out manual farm work. Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team. Willing to work early mornings, weekends, and public holidays on a roster. Committed to maintaining high standards of animal welfare, milk quality, hygiene, and health and safety. Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Good communication skills and a...

Are you passionate about dairy farming and ready to contribute to a thriving grass-based operation? PB11 Farms Limited is seeking a dedicated Herd Manager to join our team at Kakaho Dairy Farm, located just 15 minutes from Whakamaru and 35 minutes from Taupō. Our 404-hectare rolling-to-flat farm runs as a System 2 operation with a peak herd of 1200 cows. We milk 50% once-a-day (OAD) and 50% twice-a-day (TAD) from the start, switching fully to OAD by the end of December. About the Role As a Herd Manager, you'll play a key part in our day-to-day operations, working with minimal supervision alongside our team of 5 staff members. Your responsibilities will include: Carrying out milk harvesting tasks safely, efficiently, and correctly, while assisting with milk quality issues and maintaining dairy hygiene. Moving and handling animals safely, identifying and diagnosing health issues, assisting with treatments, and preventing future problems. Handling, moving, and...

We are looking for calf rearer for around 260 heifer calves 

Looking for a drive in farm assistant. Role will run through until early January. We're based 9 minutes north of Otorohanga. Farms flat contour milking 340 cows through a 24ashb with inshed feeding. Main duties will be but not limited too assisting in milking, calf collection from paddock, break fencing and tractor work like feeding out. We do bales, grass silage and maize silage depending on the time of year. Really just wanting someone who is reliable with reliable transportation. I'll be happy to teach the rest. Looking to do a set minimum hours of pay per day so you aren't left short if we aren't busy or rained off to basic daily jobs.

Looking for a relief Milker 5mins from Otorohanga,  30 aside herringbone  cups on 530am and 3pm  5 days a fortnight including 1 weekend, dates flexible but will need to be fixed for rosters.  $30/hr start 30th July 

We are looking for a reliable and motivated Herd Manager to join our team on a 1,000-cow split-calving, System 5 dairy farm. This role is primarily focused around the dairy shed and calving operations, with an emphasis on animal health and welfare. Key Responsibilities Checking springer cows and identifying cows close to calving. Assisting with calving and providing appropriate care to cows and calves. Treating sick cows as directed and maintaining accurate treatment records. Supporting herd health and ensuring high animal welfare standards. Operating a telehandler safely for daily farm tasks. Driving and operating a mixer wagon to prepare and feed stock. Assisting with general farm duties as required. What We're Looking For Experience working with dairy cows, particularly during calving. Confidence in identifying and treating common animal health issues. Experience operating a telehandler and mixer wagon (or willingness to learn). Good...

Do you love farming and want to grow your career in the Primary Sector? Do you have pride in yourself and in your work? Do you like starting your day early and working as a team? Then we would love to hear from you! We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic farm assistant to join our Lakeview team. This is an exciting role that covers all aspects of farming from milking, fencing, calf rearing and other general farm duties. While some experience is preferred, a good attitude and willingness to learn is just as important as full training can be provided. What we need from you: Be physically fit, enjoy getting up early and working outdoors Respectful with good communication skills  Desire to learn and develop Someone who works well in a team and with animals  What you will get from us: Competitive remuneration package - negotiable depending on experience. 100 hour working fortnight with overtime paid beyond that. 6:2 Roster all year....

We are on the hunt for a calf rearer to join our team to assist with the coming season, rearing 250 replacements and the remainder being bobby calves, we need someone with good attention to detail and a good understanding of calf health. you will be working closely with the on farm team. We have exceptional facilities and systems in place, with open minds to new ideas. a good sense of humour is a must, along with punctuality and physical fitness. hours and roster are negotiable, there could be milkings available if required once calf rearing hours decrease.