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We have a position available for a Dairy Farm Assistant on a 330-cow farm in the Hāwera area, milking through a 40 Rotary Bale shed. Previous 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 is 7 days on, 2 days off for the rest of the year.  Wage ranges from $26.07 to $30.00 per hour, depending on experience . Candidates are required to...

Farm Operations Support Support good people, keep farms running well, and be part of work that matters. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We’re looking for a skilled and reliable Farm Operations Support person to provide practical support across our four Taranaki farms. This role is ideal for someone with strong dairy farming capability who enjoys variety, can step in where needed, and takes pride in helping farms run well. You’ll work across different properties and teams, supporting day-to-day operations. The role is primarily focused on farm operations and farm coverage. That includes milking, stock work, feeding, general farm tasks, machinery operation, maintenance support and helping maintain good routines and standards across the farms. From time to time, you may also assist with practical science-related farm activities, but this is first and foremost an...

Location: Lepperton, Taranaki We are looking for a motivated and reliable Assistant Farm Manager to join our client's modern breeding and finishing pig farm in Lepperton, Taranaki. Working alongside the Farm Manager, you'll play a key role in the day-to-day operation of the farm, helping to ensure high standards of animal welfare, productivity, and farm performance. About the Role Key responsibilities include: Assisting with the daily management of breeding and finishing pigs. Monitoring animal health, welfare, and performance. Feeding, husbandry, and stock handling. Supporting farrowing, weaning, and breeding programmes. Maintaining accurate farm records. Assisting with staff supervision and training when required. Operating and maintaining farm equipment and facilities. Following biosecurity, health and safety, and animal welfare standards. About You To be successful in this role, you will have: Previous...

Motivated Dairy Farm Assistant Wanted  Are you looking for a modern, tech-forward farming environment with a great team culture and a reliable roster? We are seeking a motivated and reliable dairy professional to join our team near Hawara  Taranaki . We operate a modern system milking 46 0 cows on a 160 ha property, fully equipped with automated shed technology, electronic drafting, and wearable heat/health monitoring. We pride ourselves on running an efficient, safe, and well-managed operation where workload is shared and high standards are maintained across the board. 📋 The Role & Requirements We are looking for a practical, hands-on team player who is comfortable with technology, proactive with stock care, and takes pride in their work. Experience: Proven experience in dairy farming is required. Familiarity with automated shed systems and electronic drafting tools is a strong advantage. Stock Sense: A good eye for animal health, heat detection,...