299 farm jobs found

We are looking for a motivated Dairy Farm Assistant to join our progressive farming team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone wishing to develop their skills within a modern, farming business. DO NOT APPLY IF YOU ARE NOT IN NEW ZEALAND. We are situated 15 min to Palmerston North.  If you enjoy working outdoors, take pride in your work, and want to be part of a supportive team that invests in its people, we'd love to hear from you. About the Role As a Dairy Farm Assistant, you'll work alongside an experienced team and be involved in the day-to-day running of our dairy operation. Milking 380 cows in a 30 aside herringbone. Key responsibilities include: Milk harvesting and maintaining high milking standards. Shed hygiene and ensuring the dairy is clean and well presented. Animal health observations and reporting. Assisting with stock movements and general livestock care. General farm duties and maintenance. Working as part of a...

Kauri Moor Farms are a progressive family farming business who puts people first. We understand the importance of a team and creating a culture which enables our employees to learn and grow within the industry. We have a unique opportunity for someone to challenge themselves and take up a role as a Farm Manager on our Autumn calving system 5 farm, located just 15min West of Huntly. ·         230ha ·         630 cows ·         54 bail rotary with ACR’s, milk metering and auto teat spray ·         Alflex Collars and systems to fully utilise technology ·         650 cow covered feed pad ·         Modern facilities and machinery   What we are looking for in a successful candidate: ·         Ability to work within a team environment ·         Knowledge of pasture management and the importance of it ·         Willingness to challenge common farming principals with the use of technology ·         Someone who has a desire to learn and doesn't...

Rare opportunity to secure a large-scale 50:50 sharemilking business in the South Wairarapa. Milking 700-800 cows across a 264ha dairy platform with 116ha of support land and producing approximately 270,000 kgMS, Flaxburn Farm offers an established, well-resourced business with significant scope for growth and performance improvement.  The farm has been system 2, once-a-day for three seasons. This opportunity would suit an established sharemilker or high-performing contract milker seeking the next step into a large-scale farming business with supportive owners and a commitment to continued investment and development. Flaxburn is held within a trust with nearly 70 years of history, providing a stable platform and long-term outlook for the incoming sharemilking business. The goals are to maintain the productive asset, protect people, livestock and the environment, meet regulatory requirements, and preserve the farm’s long-term earning capacity. The farm is supported by a...

Come and join our team! Keen to get into the  dairy industry? We're looking for a reliable, hardworking dairy farm assistant to join our team. No experience? No worries! We're happy to give the right person a go and help them learn the ropes. What we're looking for: A good attitude and willingness to learn. Reliable, punctual and hard working. An eye for detail and pride in doing a good job Able to work well in a team and follow instructions. Comfortable working outdoors in all weather conditions. Genuine interest in farming What the job involves Assisting with milking. General shed duties and cleaning. Shifting cows and general stock work. Fencing, weed control and general farm maintenance. Helping keep the farm running smoothly What we offer: on-the-farm training. Support from an experienced team. Opportunity to develop your farming skills. A good working environment. Room to grow within the dairy industry. We're...

We are looking for a farm assistant with experience (2 years minimum preferred) We are a looking for someone who enjoys dairy farming wants to be apart of a team enjoys a laugh but takes the job seriously when needed. Farm is located in Woodlands southland. Start date negotiable. General farm assistant duties along with: Milking. Animal health, Identifying mastitis, treatments & lames. Calving. Good shed hygiene . Setting up breaks and fencing. Shifting cows. Tractor work including feeding out. Effluent management. Health & Safety. The Ideal applicant will need to be team player and have a awesome attitude, Goal orientated, Excellent problem solving abilities & communication, a willingness to learn, Excellent time management, Workplace & house proud, Looks after farm gear, vehicles bikes, tractors . We milk 700 cows, through a 50 bail rotary shed. We are looking for a person with experience. If this position is for you, and you would like to know more and...

We are looking for a motivated farm assistant to join our friendly team. The right person for the job will need to be willing to learn, listen, follow direction and be accountable for their actions in an upfront and honest way. This would require someone that likes to do a job up to a high standard, with good attention to detail and that takes pride in the job they are doing. If you have a good attitude, passion about dairy farming, want to learn and grow and would like to join an equally passionate team where a good team environment is paramount, you certainly should consider this position. The farm assistant will be responsible for the daily jobs on the farm, including milking, cows in, weed control, cleaning, assisting with general jobs through the season, including youngstock work. Some experience and training on New Zealand farming is required. Calf rearing experience would be an advantage. You'll be required to take a pre-employment drug test and random drug...

We are looking for a practical, reliable farm worker with at least 5 years' experience in tractor operation and machinery maintenance, together with skills in mechanical fabrication, welding, power tools and workshop maintenance. Tractor operation and machinery maintenance are the main focus, with on-farm construction and building projects forming a strong secondary part of the role. The roles includes: Tractor operation, Cultivation and seasonal cropping work. Routine machinery servicing, fault finding and basic repairs. Mechanical fabrication and welding. On-farm construction and building projects, including fencing, small structures and yard improvements. Safe use and care of power tools. Workshop maintenance, organisation and housekeeping. Irrigation operation and maintenance. General farm work, livestock feeding and animal care. Fertiliser application and crop spraying, where appropriately trained. We're looking for someone with: Experience...

Farm Assistant/2IC position available 10 minutes from Ngatea. 110ha flat contour, system 3 farm, 410 peak crossbred cows milked, 36 aside Herringbone shed with Automatic cup removers. Spring calving. Start date 30 November 2026 negotiable. Wages are negotiable depending on experience. Roster is 8 on 2 off. We are looking for: An honest, reliable and enthusiastic person Good work ethic Someone who is capable of working independently and within a team 1 years experience preferred but not essential. We could consider a career changer. Only New Zealand residents to apply (we are not accredited employers) Main duties include: Milking and getting cows in Weed control Maintaining fences/putting up break fences Loading and feeding out grass silage, maize silage and Palm Kernel The successful applicant will be expected to take part in all duties related to the running of the dairy farm.  A great opportunity for someone to gain a wide range of experience....

Dairy Cattle Farm Assistant / Farm Worker – Entry Level 📍 Location: Mangakino, New Zealand We are looking for four reliable, motivated, and hardworking individuals to join our team as Dairy Farm Assistants or Farm Workers. This is an excellent opportunity for people looking to start or grow their careers in the dairy industry. You will work closely with the Contract Milker to ensure the smooth running of daily farm operations. Farm Details Milking 1,150 cows at peak through a 54-bale rotary shed. Rolling contour farm. Shared, well-maintained on-farm accommodation provided. Key Responsibilities Milking: Assisting with twice-daily milking for most of the year. Animal health and welfare: Monitoring livestock and providing appropriate care. Calf rearing: Feeding calves, carrying out health checks, and providing general care. Feeding stock: Preparing and distributing feed as...

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...

Farm Manager – Murchison, Tasman (June 2027)   We are seeking an experienced farm manager with a proven track record to join our team for the start of the 2027/28 season. Fern Flat is located 15mins drive from Murchison, in the Top of the South. The farm consists of a 250 ha dairy platform with a further 20 ha of support land. Fern Flat nestles between the Buller River and the Kahurangi National Park, is well established and is made up of a mix of river flats and higher terraces. We are currently milking 600 crossbred cows on a system 2 operation targeting 250,00 kgms. Average production over the previous 3 seasons has been 260,000 kgMS from 650 cows. Infrastructure currently consists of a 44 aside herringbone shed with in-shed feeding and ACRs. The farm has 200 ha of K-line irrigation. The owners plan to future proof the farm with investment in a new rotary cowshed, feed pad and wintering barn over the coming years. We are looking for an experienced individual...

We are seeking a reliable and motivated person to join our team as a Farm Assistant on a fixed term from November until 31st May.  The farm is based in Clydevale, milking 550 cows through a 50 bale rotary cowshed.  Responsibilities Include Milking Cows Feeding and Caring for stock Assisting with day to day farm operations and maintenance.

We have 2x Dairy Farm Assistant roles available on a 500-cow farm in the Galatea area, milking through a 40 AS 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, with an average of 52 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 8 days on, 2 days off throughout the year. Wage is $28.50 per hour.  Candidates are required to provide good related references....

We are seeking a reliable and motivated person to join our team as a Farm Assistant on a fixed-term basis from December to July. This is a flexible role that offers excellent opportunities for training, skill development, and career progression within the dairy industry. We are committed to providing support and guidance to help you grow and succeed in the position. Key responsibilities include: Milking cows Feeding and caring for stock General stock management Assisting with day-to-day farm operations and maintenance What we offer: Flexible working hours A minimum of 30 hours per week guaranteed Training and ongoing support Opportunities for personal development and progression A supportive team environment About you: Reliable and hardworking Positive attitude and willingness to learn Good animal handling skills or an interest in developing them Able to work independently and as part of a team

Do you want to work on established farm that runs with organised systems and efficient procedures? We are looking for a motivated Dairy Farm Assistant. The position will involve assisting the manager with the day to day running of the farm. Including all aspects of milking and keeping the shed clean. Getting cows in from the paddock, moving break feed fences and keeping the paddocks weed free. This is a varied role and whilst no qualifications or experience are necessary, a practical hands on attitude and the ability to get up early and be on time are important attributes for this position. Competitive annual salary dependent on experience. However, no experience is necessary. There is a possibility of relief milking/calf rearing work available for a partner.  This can be discussed at interview stage.  If you apply for this position and do not hear from us by 21/11/2026 you have been unsuccessful on this occasion. Roster is 7/2, 7/2, 7/3 except though calving which is 7/2...

Farm assistant wanted to assist the day to day job on a 740 cow farm near riversdale. 60 bail rotary with acr. Shared accommodation. No experience needed but a willingness to learn and a can do attitude is a must.  NZ Resident and Citizen only need to apply.

We have a Dairy Farm Assistant position available on a 400-cow farm in Kokatahi area, approximately 30 minutes from Hokitika. The farm operates a 36 Aside Herringbone milking 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 34, with an average of 50 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 11 days on, 3 days off throughout the year. Wage ranges from $26.07 to...

We have a Dairy Farm Assistant role available on a 500-cow farm in the Te Kauwhata area, milking through a 28 Bail Rotary 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, with an average of 40 and a maximum of 45. 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 6 days on, 2 days off throughout the year. Wage ranges from $26.07 - $29.57 per hour, depending on experience. Candidates are required...

Feed Production Management • Assist with any feed planning or the management of as appropriate. • Assist to manage weeds and pests to maintain pasture and crops. • Milking • Maintain all appropriate effluent management records. • Know what to do when things go wrong. Animals • Implement animal health program to maintain good health. • Assist with calving and the calf rearing program to achieve minimal losses and ensure high quality replacements are available for the herd. • Assist to manage repairs and maintenance schedule for all plant, machinery and infrastructure. • Ensure all relevant company policies are understood and adhered to. • Experience/qualification is an advantage but not essential. • Dedication, commitment and willing to learn are the traits we are looking for.  

Feed Production Management • Assist with any feed planning or the management of as appropriate. • Assist to manage weeds and pests to maintain pasture and crops. • Milking • Ensure the effective operation of all aspects of the milking process, including plant hygiene and somatic cell count, to maintain grade free standards. Effluent • Operate and maintain the effluent system on your farm to all regional council compliance requirements and the employer’s additional standards. • Maintain all appropriate effluent management records. • Know what to do when things go wrong. Animals • Implement animal health program to maintain good health. • Assist with calving and the calf rearing program to achieve minimal losses and ensure high quality replacements are available for the herd. • Ensure all herd records are maintained. Business • Work with the Dairy Farm Manager to contribute to Farm Business Plan. • Assist to manage repairs and maintenance schedule for all plant, machinery and...