6 experienced farm assistant jobs found

2IC Position Available – Join Our Team! Due to a change in availability, we are now looking for a motivated and enthusiastic individual who is keen to advance their career in the dairy industry. The role starts 1st June 2025 , with flexibility for the right person. This is a 2IC position involving a range of farm tasks, including but not limited to: Pasture walks and herd feeding/planning Weekly reporting of farm physical data Day-to-day staff management Adhering to farm policies and procedures Taking the lead on animal health and stepping up in the manager’s absence What we offer: Competitive remuneration package On-farm training and external development opportunities through Primary ITO and DairyNZ Accommodation options: Section of a spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom house Modern 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom tiny home Roster: 6:2 over calving 8:2, 8:3, or 5:2 from October onwards,...

Stunning family-owned farm, 2100 cows through a very high tech 80 bail rotary. 582Ha of flat land, 15 mins to Geraldine, 20 to Ashburton, 25 to Methven ... So, if on your days off you want to get away from the farm and enjoy some of the many activities in the area such as skiing, fishing, hunting, cafés and shops then this is the perfect location for you!  6/3 roster - so that our people can have a good work life balance. Our cows get milked twice a day but our humans only milk once a day.  3 pm shifts, then 3 morning shifts - so on your last day on - you are all done by 3pm. Then start back on the pm shift - full handover from am crew and a bit of sleep in!! SO... you actually get 3&1/2 days off!! We care about our people, and we strive to be the best employers we can be.  This is an ideal role for a someone who is serious about growing their career as we do like to promote from within.  You may have been a dairy farm assistant for the last couple of years and are looking...

Pencarrow Farm is an award winning 800 cow farm located 5 minutes from Ashburton. The farm is fully irrigated with a 50 bale rotary, in shed feeding and ACRs. Pencarrow Farm has an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic Farm Assistant to join our team for the current 2025/26 season. This role includes but is not limited to feeding cows, effluent management, shifting irrigation (rotorainer, k-lines, sprinkers), milking, general farm duties and animal husbandry. Applicants will need to be motivated, honest and have a passion for a future in our industry. Dairy experience is preferred but not necessary. Must be able to take direction, yet show initiative and have a common sense. Must hold a current full drivers license and must be eligible to work in NZ and have a CURRENT VISA. On Pencarrow, we take pride in our stock, environment, farm and we place huge value in our employees. Staff progression within the industry is of importance to us, so if you are a good...

The Role We are looking for a strong Farm Assistant to join our team based in Dunsandel which is an excellent location close to Christchurch. You will be assisting with leading a team and milking 850 cows. This will be on a rotating roster of 6 days on and 2 days off.  You will be a team player, have strong pasture management knowledge and a genuine desire to achieve the farms goals. The main responsibilities of this role include… Animal Care – feeding, milking, health checks, seasonal tasks (calving, mating). Farm Operations – moving stock, fencing, irrigation, operating machinery. Maintenance – repairs to fences, water systems, vehicles, and sheds. Compliance & Environment – follow health & safety, effluent, and biosecurity rules. General Support – assist manager, support contractors, tidy and prepare work areas. Skills and Experience  To be considered for this role will require …  At least 2 years...

We are looking enthusiastic team member help us milk the cows and do other farm jobs in a regular roster. Some experience in working with cows is essential. Our farm is situated 20 minutes north of Ashburton  If you are not currently in New Zealand please do not apply.

We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our dairy team of 6.  We milk 1550 cows in an 80 bail shed with protrack, in shed feeding, ACRs and automatic teatspray.  We are located in Ashburton and work on a 6 on 2 off roster, with a pay range of $28-$32 based on a 50 hour work week.  This job will include: Milking, getting cows in, setting fences, riding a 2 wheeler and tractor, calf pick up, general farm maintenance, and cleaning.  The right person - -Can work in a team and independently - Has good time management - Has the willingness to learn new things and follow instructions -Can work with people from different nationalities For this role you must be able to prove you have 2 years work experience in Agriculture or a similar degree. An updated CV and atleast 2 references are required when applying.  We only have single accommodation so this role will not suit anyone with family, and we will not be able to provide a larger house later in the role.  We will only...