10 dairy assistant jobs found

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 looking for a Dairy Farm Assistant to join a 480-cow farm in the Edendale area, milking through a 40-aside herringbone shed. 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 will be 10 days on, 3 days off for the rest of the year.  Salary ranges from $74,561 - $83,713 per annum, depending on experience. Candidates are required to...

·        Ensure the effective operation of all aspects of the milking process, including plant hygiene and somatic cell count, to maintain grade free standards. ·        Assist with any feed planning or the management of as appropriate. ·        Implement animal health programme to maintain good health. ·        Assist with calving and the calf rearing programme to achieve minimal losses and ensure high quality replacements are available for the herd. ·        Ensure all herd records are maintained. ·        Assist to manage repairs and maintenance schedule for all plant, machinery and infrastructure. ·        Ensure all relevant company policies are understood and adhered to. ·        Record Management Applicant must have a good work ethic and right attitude. 1 year experience in farming is required or relevant qualifications. Applications close on 3rd August 2026.  Please apply online.  Please include updated CV and 2 work...

MUST BE IN NEW ZEALAND. We are looking for experienced Farm Assistant to work on 850 cows farm with 54 bail rotary shed, ACR, in shed feeding, pro track. You will be working on rotational basis. Duties will be: • Milking: Assist running the milking shed efficiently while maintaining milk quality and shed hygiene. Assist with cleaning and maintaining the milking plant and farm dairy equipment and reports any faults to Contract milker. • Animals: Assists with moving and handling animals safely including newly calved cows and young calves. and observes and reports on wellbeing of all stock. Assists with mating management as directed. • Feed: Controls weeds. Sets break fences and feeds out as directed • People: Works well with others, building a strong team culture. • Machine, Vehicles and Technology: Safely uses and maintains vehicles on farm as directed by on farm policy. • Health, safety and wellbeing: Involved in building a health, safety and wellbeing culture. Models farms health,...

Herd Manager / 2IC – 600 Cow Dairy Farm Falcon Trust Partnership – Riversdale, Northern Southland An exciting opportunity has become available to join Falcon Trust Partnership as a Herd Manager / Second-in-Charge (2IC) on one of our progressive 600-cow dairy farms in Riversdale. This position has become available as our current Herd Manager is finishing up due to health reasons. We thank them for their contribution to the farm and are now looking for the right person to join our team and continue building on the high standards already established. Falcon Trust Partnership is a progressive farming business that values its people, invests in its farms, and is committed to developing the next generation of dairy professionals. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive farming group with genuine long-term career prospects. About the Farm 600-cow dairy operation 40 ASHB dairy shed In-shed feeding system Wintering completed off-farm...

A drive in position has become available on our farm. 25 min east of invercargill in Gorge Road  This role can be tailored for anyone with dairy experience.  3 full time staff including you plus sharemilker and sharemilker's wife. A modern cowshed  Modern machinery  We are a high performance unit which rewards all staff based on their performance. No on farm accommodation but will contribute to travel and off farm accommodation.

Valley Field Dairies We are looking for a Dairy Farm Assistant / 2IC – Immediate Start 🏡Valley Field Dairies | Waikaka Valley, Gore, Southland Valley Field Dairies is looking for an enthusiastic and motivated Dairy Farm Assistant or 2IC to join our team for an immediate start, following one of our valued team members moving on for the upcoming season. We are a family-owned and operated farming business located in the Waikaka Valley, just 10 minutes from Gore. Our business combines both dairy and beef farming, with all operations managed as one integrated system. We pride ourselves on maintaining high standards of animal welfare, fostering a positive team environment, and embracing modern technology to improve efficiency and make farming more enjoyable. As part of our wider farming business, you'll gain exposure to both our dairy and beef operations, with Halter technology integrated across the...

We are looking for a farm assistant to join our team in Hedgehope, Southland. We run a self contained 800ha dairy farm, with a 54 bale rotary shed, wintering barns and split calving.  Some experience preferred but not essential. Applicant should reside within New Zealand currently.  The successful applicant will be motivated, show initiative and get along well in a team environment. 

Applicant must have excellent herd management knowledge.the ability to work alone unsupervised as well as a team  leader when needed.minda and Dairy diary experience preferred.This is a hill country farm so good grass management is a must as well as the ability to drive tractors on hills.We require a minimum of 3 years  experience in all aspects of the job. 6 and 1 roster over calving and mating. 11 and 3 roster for remainder of season. please email [email protected]  with your c/v attached please do not apply without your c/v or references. As the job is located an hour from the nearest town a full drivers license is preferred.

Due to unforeseen circumstances we are on the look out for a new farm assistant for the 26/27 season   Please do not apply unless you are eligible to work in New Zealand or fit immigration Nz requirements for an AEWV The Job  the farm is 234 Ha milking 700 cows through a centrally located 54 bail rotary shed with auto cup removers  You would be expected to help with day to day jobs including but not limited to  Milking Break Set up  Fence Repair  Moving stock on crop  Tractor Work (depending on experience) picking up calves and separating mothers Minor Repairs and Maintence  general tidying  spraying weeds  In return we offer remuneration based on experience and two different options on housing whichever you would prefer. Experience is not necessary but a willingness to get stuck in and try is.