20 farm jobs found

Dairy Herd Manager – Full Time, Permanent We’re seeking a Dairy Herd Manager to join our team on a 450-cow irrigated farm just north of Hunterville, in the Rangitīkei district. This is a full-time, permanent role on an 5 on, 2 off, 6 on 1 off roster. You’ll be based in a well-managed herringbone shed, working as part of a larger, coordinated operation with another nearby 450-cow property. The role focuses on daily milking, herd health, reproduction, and pasture management, with responsibility for guiding junior staff and keeping accurate records. If you have a passion for stock work, an eye for detail, and want to grow your career on a well-run, progressive farm, we’d like to hear from you. Key Responsibilities: Manage daily milking routines and maintain plant hygiene Monitor and treat animal health issues such as mastitis and lameness Assist with calving, mating, and young stock development Assist in feed allocation and pasture monitoring using farm...

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...

Hi, person required to assist on a casual basis between two farms when other staff are absent or when required. Milking, calf rearing and general farm work. We are 8 kms from Matamata. Cheers Bruce

A position has become available on Lake Heights Farms Ltd which is apart of the T.H Enterprises group. The Dry Stock Manager will be responsible for the management of the dairy support farm land. Lake Heights runs calves, heifers and bulls so can get up to 1800 head of stock. These blocks also supply silage and winter grazing to two of our dairy farms. The following are some of the tasks included in the role; - Following the animal health plan - Weighing and meeting growth targets and drenching stock - Following the fertilser plan and applications - Pasture management and feeding levels - Maintaining water supply, pest and weed control, farm and machinery maintenance etc - Following farm plans set by the Operations Manager. This position would be ideal for a working couple with duel incomes.  A couple of dogs would be useful. Applicants must have at least 5yrs farming experience and be a New Zealand resident.

JOB DESCRIPTION: We are looking for a person to assist us in the running of our three farms.   This position is based on a 240 Ha farm in Pikowai (Matata Straights, Whakatane/Tauranga boundary) with the responsibility of looking after the day to day running on this farm.   Approximately 35 min from Whakatane and 30 min from Te Puke.   The job is responsible for calving 150 cows over spring, has 150   x 2yo bulls to sell in the spring and yearling bulls.   All of the farms are primarily beef blocks, with 650 commercial and registered Hereford cows,   Hereford bulls for the dairy industry, and dairy heifer grazing of our own animals.   This farm is run in conjunction with another 480 Ha farm by the farm owner, 7km away.   There is also another 70 Ha block run by another worker.   The farms are all run together as needed and   you would be expected to work on all farms.   You would be ultimately accountable to the Farm owner.  The successful applicant MUST have prior...

Join our dairy farm nestled under the beautiful Mount Taranaki, conveniently located between Opunake, Kaponga, and Stratford. We operate a friendly herd of 415 mainly Kiwi cross cows and are seeking a dedicated and reliable dairy farm worker to become part of our team. **Position Overview:** As a dairy farm worker, you'll be responsible for various tasks, including: - Bringing cows in each morning - Milking - Calf rearing in the spring time **Requirements:** - Positive, outgoing, and reliable attitude - Ideally, two seasons of dairy experience or a background in farming - Willingness to learn and grow in a supportive environment - Mechanical aptitude desired - Restricted drivers licence minimum - Must be eligible to work in NZ - Position availabe asap **Work Schedule:** - Paid weekly for 45 hours per week. - 11 on 3 off  - Weekend work consists of milking only, except during the spring season. - Break/leave will be taken once dried off...

Farm Manager – Bull Finishing Operation   Portland, Northland (15 minutes south of Whangārei) Lead a high-performing, 650 ha effective bull finishing business wintering c. 1,800 bulls with a strong team, modern technology and clear production targets. The Farm 650 ha effective grazing platform across three operational units c. 1,800 bulls wintered annually; target 400 kg CWT/ha Team: Farm Manager, Assistant Manager, Junior Stockperson c. 33% of farm on Halter (weaner to yearling); balance on cell grazing Well-maintained infrastructure and management systems The Role You will lead day-to-day operations, drive pasture performance, manage livestock health and welfare, and develop staff while maintaining high standards across the business. Key responsibilities Pasture & feed management Feed budgeting and supply vs demand planning proven experience (min 2 years) Average pasture cover monitoring...

At Grasslands, we farm together for better. We are proud to be building a culture where people, pride, and performance come together to create lasting value for our communities, shareholders, and each other. We are looking for a motivated and reliable Farm Assistant to join our team on a well-run dairy support blocks. This role supports the main dairy operation by focusing on young stock, feed production, and general farm maintenance. It is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build their farming skills in a varied and hands-on environment. What you will be doing: Animal husbandry, including rearing calves and managing young stock Feeding livestock (silage, baleage, crops, and supplements) General farm work such as fencing, weed control, and yard maintenance Tractor operation (feeding out, mowing, baling, cultivation as required) Monitoring animal health and reporting issues promptly Assisting with seasonal work such as calving,...

We are on the Hunt for a farm manager on our farm 10 minutes to whangarei We run 3 farms all close to whangarei 1500 cows in total so plenty of progression for the right person. There is a 3 bedroom house available. We use a consultant and provide plenty of support. Allflex collars auto drafting system 3 with maize and pke using a mixer wagon. 

🐄 FARM ASSISTANT / RELIEF MILKER WANTED – MANAWATŪ 🐄 We're looking for a reliable and motivated Farm Assistant to join our team in the Manawatū. We are also interested in hearing from experienced Relief Milkers . The role includes: • Milking • Animal health • Feeding and general farm work • Tractor work (experience preferred but not essential) • Maintaining a high standard of farm presentation We're looking for someone who: • Has a positive attitude and strong work ethic • Is reliable, honest, and willing to learn • Can work well in a team and independently • Takes pride in caring for stock and equipment What we offer: • Competitive pay based on experience • Supportive and respectful working environment • Opportunities to grow and develop your skills • Accommodation available for the right applicant If you're looking for your next opportunity, or you're an experienced relief milker looking for regular work, we'd love to hear from you. 📍 Location:...

Note - Not all applicants will be contacted. Only looking due to change in role in business for current staff member. Seeking 1 person for this current season & beyond. 3-bedroom House is be available and is on farm - 13km/13mins from Waimate, South Canterbury. Applicant preferably someone who has done 2yrs of dairy farming and is motivated to learn, and feed cows.  Farm details: The dairy platform is approx.420ha effective, located 13km/13mins from the township of Waimate. Current Peak milk 940-980 cows through 54 bale rotary, with halter collars, with slight increase likely and in-shed feeding & pro-track like gate Irrigation: dryland farm. Cows will be milked twice daily for majority of season– 4/4.30am & 2pm cups on.  Typical breaks post calving of 8.30-9.30am, 11.30-2pm. Winter; 8-12, 1.30-4.30 Roster current 6/2 in calving can change with rotary shed. Salary, to be negotiated / based on experience. Benefits firewood (we will...

We are looking for a Assistant manager who can confidently run one of the 2 dairy sheds of the farm. The farm is located 15 minutes from gore and 5 minutes from Riversdale. The farm has 430ha all flat and has 2 sheds, A 50 and 54 bale rotary both are ACR and have PROTRACT drafting gate. Each shed will have 1 2IC, 1 herd manager and 1 assistant herd manager( reliever). the farm will calved 1200 cows this season and will get split evenly on both sheds after calving. The successful applicant will be working along with the farm manager. We are looking for an Assistant Manager (2IC) with plenty of dairy operating experience. Someone who is self motivated and efficient. Duties and Responsibilities includes: Pasture and grazing management milk production stock management animal health and welfare breeding calving recording plant/machinery/ farm vehicles environmental management staff management health and safety This is a fantastic opportunity for...

The Role As Division Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, and operational effectiveness of our Harvest and Livestock Grazing Division. You will report directly to the General Manager and work closely with other senior leaders to achieve business goals. Your mission will be to ensure optimal productivity, profitability, and sustainability across all areas of the division. Key Responsibilities Provide inspirational leadership and management to a diverse team of farm managers, technical specialists, and seasonal staff. Develop and implement effective strategies for crop harvest and livestock grazing operations, aligning with the latest industry best practices and regulatory requirements. Drive operational excellence by monitoring KPIs, forecasting production, and identifying areas for process improvement. Manage division budgets, financial reporting, and resource allocation to ensure profitability and responsible expenditure....

We are looking for an experienced and reliable Tractor Driver to join our client's team in Invercargill. This is an active role across a large, busy multi-farm operation spanning 5 connected farms. Position Type: Fixed-Term (September 2026 – April 2027), with the opportunity to transition into a permanent role for the right candidate. Your role will include - but not be limited to - the following duties:   Operating Tractors and Other Machinery Operating tractors as needed, including: Drilling, Cultivating, Bailing, raking and Mowing Assisting with silage, hay and baling Paddock work   Machine Operation and Maintenance Operating machinery including motorbikes and ATVs confidently and safely in accordance with health & safety guidelines Assisting to keep them clean and operational (including ensuring they have petrol after use) Machinery maintenance   Team & Workplace Communicating and working well with...

We’re looking for a reliable, hard-working person to join our team. Our business specialises in clearing and removing animal bedding from sheds, so this is a hands-on role involving machinery operation and physical work. We’re looking for someone who: ● Can preferably operate a tractor / skid steer and other machinery ● Is physically fit and comfortable with manual labour ● Has a strong understanding of health and safety and can follow safe work procedures ● Is reliable, practical and has a good work ethic ● Can work well as part of a team ● Holds a current driver licence ● Can pass a pre-employment drug test Experience with farming, machinery or similar physical work would be an advantage, but reliability, safety and a willingness to get stuck in are most important. Competitive pay based on experience.

We’re looking for a reliable, hard-working person to join our team. Our business specialises in clearing and removing animal bedding from sheds, so this is a hands-on role involving machinery operation and physical work. We’re looking for someone who: ● Can preferably operate a tractor / skid steer and other machinery ● Is physically fit and comfortable with manual labour ● Has a strong understanding of health and safety and can follow safe work procedures ● Is reliable, practical and has a good work ethic ● Can work well as part of a team ● Holds a current driver licence ● Can pass a pre-employment drug test Experience with farming, machinery or similar physical work would be an advantage, but reliability, safety and a willingness to get stuck in are most important. Competitive pay based on experience.

Due to unforseen circumstances we are looking for our  next 2ic THIS IS A IMMEDIATE  START.  WE ARE NOT ACCREDITED  SO DONT BOTHER APPYING IF YOU NEED A ACCREDITED EMPLOYER AND DONT LIVE IN NEW ZEALAND  . we milk 500 cows thru a 44 bail rotary with acrs .protrak and heat detection cameras  You must be a team player  as we are a team of 3  .the farm is  flat to rolling contour  just 10 mins  to otorohanga 15 mins to  te awamutu  . You will work a 8on 2 off  then 8 on 3 off roster. There is a good 3 bedroom house avalible  with good  schools close . You have to competent  with tractors as well as 2  and 4 wheeler  motorbikes  and be able to manage staff when the manager is away . Detection mastitis as well as lame cows  . If this sounds like a bit of you please apply directly  to [email protected]  with a min of 3 references  that are  valid aswell as a brief work.history  .must be able to pass pre employment drug test  as well as random drug tests

Looking for the right person to promote 2 new farming Apps. Need to understand cows, feeding & pasture. The Apps are simple and easy to promote. Training with good support provided. Work any hours you like. Commission based. Must be currently based in New Zealand connected to the NZ Farming Community. If interested email [email protected] 

Do you enjoy farming, but dont want to be stuck in the cowshed all of the time? Do you want plenty of variety in your job, and to work with a great team? Due to expansion within our business, we are looking for someone to help our runoff manager. We are a family owned business with five dairy farms and a number of runoffs. We do a significant amount of the contracting work "in house," so are searching for someone with a wide range of skills. Your daily work would be quite varied and would include tractor/ground work, silage/baleage making, and stock work. Over winter we help to shift the dairy cows on crop and sometimes may do some milkings on the dairy farms. We work as a team so require someone with great communication skills and the ability to get on with a wide range of people. You will report to our runoff manager, who will provide support and training as needed. A positive attitude and a high work ethic are needed. There will be times (e.g. baleage making), where the hours...

Are you looking for variety in your tractor driving/fencing work day?  No week will ever be the same; with three dairy platforms, two run offs, and a cut and carry unit to keep you busy. As our business grows we simply have too much work for one person, so we need you. We are looking for someone with proven experience fencing and tractor driving. You must be a self starter, have initiative and be able to work unsupervised.    Work will be Monday - Friday, although depending on the workload some Saturday work required may be required. Remuneration will be mutually agreed upon depending on experience and skill levels. Work will start as a Fixed Term role with the possibility of progressing to a Permanent Full Time role. Accommodation is available. Location is great. The farms are centrally located, approx. 1hr45 to Queenstown, 1 hour to Te Anau.