51 farm 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...

One of our staff members is off to travel so we are looking for a new team member from 1st November! This is a great opportunity for a motivated and experienced farm assistant or Herd Manager to join our family owned and operated farm in beautiful Te Aroha in the Waikato. We are milking 980 cows through a brand new 70 bail rotary shed and run collars for animal health monitoring. The job involves all aspects of the day to day running of the farm including milking, animal health, pasture management, rearing calves, feeding out, effluent management, repairs and maintenance. There is plenty of opportunity and support to grow and develop your farming skills. You will bring: •    experience milking cows and good animal husbandry skills •    experience in operating tractors and farm machinery •    high standard of cleanliness for the shed, farm and housing •    a positive can-do work attitude and attention to detail •    be a reliable and motivated team player  •    willingness...

• Are you keen to keep growing in your Dairy Farming Career? • Do you love the sense of purpose you get in farming and being part of a team to help get things done? Then we would love to hear from you! Theland Tahi Farm Group are looking for a reliable and motivated Farm Assistant to  join their team. This is a fixed term position from Mid-September until Early January  We have a couple of positions: 1) Cirenester Farm located at Reporoa (halfway between Rotorua and Taupo) 2) K Road Farm 20min north of Turangi on the western shores of Lake Taupo. Why work with us?  Supportive team that are happy to teach  Guaranteed minimum 70 hour working fortnight with overtime paid beyond that 6:2 Roster What we need from you? Great attitude - someone who doesn't mind early starts and getting your hands dirty Love for cows and farming Love for teamwork Furnished accommodation is...

Hi we are farming in Waikite Valley 20 minutes south of Rotorua. We milk 520 cows in a 36 ashb cowshed with inshed feeders. The farm is mostly flat with a few rolling hills. We milk twice a day. We are looking for someone to join our team with a great attitude who likes to work hard and doesnt sleep in. This job has a one bedroom home available no dogs are allowed. We are NOT accredited employers so only apply if you are able to work in NZ.

Location: Ngahinapouri, Waikato We are seeking a reliable and motivated Dairy Farm Assistant to join our team in the Waikato region. This role is ideal for someone who is genuinely interested in dairy farming and committed to developing practical skills in New Zealand’s dairy industry. About the Role The Dairy Farm Assistant supports daily farm operations, including milking, animal health checks, feeding, and general farm maintenance. The successful applicant will work closely with the Farm Manager and wider team to ensure smooth and efficient farm performance throughout the season. Key Responsibilities Assisting with daily milking routines Carrying out animal health checks and treatments Feeding stock and maintaining feed areas Supporting calving, mating, and seasonal programmes Monitoring animal welfare and reporting issues promptly Assisting with pasture management and irrigation tasks Operating farm...

WAPITI DAIRY LIMITED is looking for a Farm Assistant to join the busy farm in Reporoa. Some of your tasks related to this position would be: Assists in the milking process.  Follows the procedure to produce high-quality milk. Assists in the safe handling of animals, reports any health and welfare issues as per farm policy. Controls weeds.  Sets break fences and feeds out as directed. Assists with nutrient, effluent and water management as directed by farm policy. Safely uses and maintains vehicles on the farm The right applicant will be punctual, reliable and have good communication skills. Previous farming experience is preferred but not essential as proper training will be provided to the right candidate. This is a drug-free work zone and the applicant will need to be comfortable with undergoing a drug test if ever requested. Police vetting may also be requested. You should be able to provide previous work references. You should have a valid driving...

We are looking for an experienced farm assistant with a proven track record to join our team milking 440 cows through a 40 aside. We are a team of 4 who each play an important role in running an efficient system. A few things that make our operation simple to run includes the use of batt latches, auto drafting, auto plant wash, automatic cup removers and the Allflex collars system. Cups on at 5.30 in the morning and 3pm in the afternoons. Essentials only on the weekends.  Animal health and wellbeing is at the forefront of how we operate. We require a fully capable farm assistant who is prepared to hit the ground running and assist with all aspects of the day to day running of the farm including but not limited to: Animal health (prevention, identification & treatment) Setting up accurate break fences Loading up/feeding out on feed pad Effluent management Machinery operation & maintenance Weed control Fencing Running and maintaining the dairy plant...

You will be working in an established family owned business running 650 dairy cows with runoff located near Matamata.  You will assist, with your experience, in hands-on upkeep of machinery, infrastructure, and land to keep the pastoral dairy operations running smoothly. We have our own machinery so duties range from mowing, spraying, fencing, feeding-out, race repairs, water maintenance etc. Extensive stock knowledge enabling the handling of stock quietly with assistance during calving, drenching of stock, break feeding etc. Our new staff member would be honest, punctual and hardworking with good communication skills.  This person would need to be a problem solver and be self motivated.  Organising your day, reporting to the Farm Operations Manager, along with communicating and assisting other people in the team will be a daily task. This person must be a citizen or resident living in New Zealand or are currently in New Zealand with a valid work visa.  A drug...

We are seeking a motivated and reliable Farm Assistant to join our dairy farming team. About the Farm 680-cow dairy operation 40-aside herringbone milking shed System 5 farm Supplementary feeding includes maize, PKE, soybean meal, canola straw, and molasses Cows are fed on a dual feedpad system Key Responsibilities Milking 680 cows through a 40-aside herringbone shed Assisting with animal health and welfare Feeding and managing supplements on the feedpad General farm maintenance and daily farm operations Supporting the team during calving and throughout the season Minimum Requirements A minimum of 6 months' experience on a dairy farm , including participation in at least one calving season; or A Level 2 Dairy Farming qualification A valid full driver's licence A clear criminal record Must be drug free Able to work effectively as part of a team and follow farm procedures Must be confident on 2 wheel motorbikes and...

We are now currently looking for an Experienced Farm Assistant to take on a permanent role through the rest of the 26 season and hopefully the next aswell. This position will cover Milking, Calf feeding/rearing, Feeding out to herds and general farm maintenance A Warm tidy three bedroom cottage will be provided on farm  We milk 380 Cows at peak through an internal 50 bale rotary on a nice rolling farm. we feed out in the paddocks hay, maize and grass silage, need to be confident on a two wheeler and machinery I.e tractors, milk on there own, complete tasks on time. the farm is located 10 minutes out of Putaruru 5 minutes from Arapuni 

We are seeking a motivated and experienced   Farm Assistant   to join our team on a   560-cow dairy farm   located in the heart of the   Hauraki Plains, Waikato . This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to advance their dairy farming career while working in a supportive and progressive environment. You will be working in a rotary shed with key responsibilities ranging from milking and maintaining high standards of animal health and welfare, managing pasture allocation, stock movement, operating farm machinery, identifying and addressing farm maintenance needs plus more.  If you are passionate about dairy farming and looking for a great opportunity in a prime Waikato location, we’d love to hear from you!

·        Breeding - Breeding and raising livestock for the production of Milk ·        Animal Health – Managing and monitoring health of the livestock ·        Livestock Management and Pasture care – Moving livestock and providing proper fodder to       maintain appropriate nutritional levels ·        Managing Farm operation – Oversee, conduct and manage livestock, machines, staff and production ·        Record Management and Budgeting - Collect, maintain and evaluate records for budgeting, taxation and financial management operations ·        Production of Milk – including managing quality, shed hygiene, cleaning and milking routines   Please note this is a management role and you are expected to work unsupervised in this role.   Applicant must have a good work ethic and right attitude. Must provide previous work references, an up-to-date full CV and have a minimum of 2 years experience in farming or a relevant qualification or a...

We require a Farm Manager for our farm 5km from Morrinsville. The farm is 115ha effective, flat to rolling with 10% steeper country. The farm is a system 3 with Maize grown on farm, and in shed meal feeders.  The shed is a 36 bale rotary with cup removers, centrally located, one person can milk.  We are looking for an experienced Farm Manager with excellent pasture management skills, animal health and self/time management skills as the owner lives off farm. Key Responsibilities: Pasture Management: Achieving high pasture utilization, managing rounds, and overseeing maize silage and cropping transitions. Animal Health & Breeding: Maintaining exceptional herd health, somatic cell count management, and mating programmes. Feed System Operations: Managing the System 3 feeding regime, including the in-shed meal system and silage feeding. Self-Management: Overseeing day-to-day operations, farm hygiene, and compliance autonomously. The...

Casual position available for relief milker Seeking someone with milking experience, capable of showing up, milking in the mornings and afternoons with basic jobs - putting up fences 20 aside herringbone shed, automatic cup removers, calm cows, 290 cows on farm Flat to rolling farm In-shed feeding What skills you have Good communication Reliable and showing up on dates committed Understanding health and safety and working to our policies Previous milking experience Regular afternoon milks available through mating from October to December, then every second weekend and time off from the new year onwards.  Pay will be negotiated dependent on experience.  Please apply if you are currently in New Zealand, in the Waikato, and can start work. 

The Assistant Farm Manager is responsible for the day to day operation of the farm which is a milking platform with young stock grazed off after weaning. General responsibility for maintaining stock and farm records.  This is an easy contour farm with 28 aside herringbone shed, in shed feeding. Aiming to calve about 150 cows in the spring with 80-100 autumn calving for the winter. The property is close to Tokoroa with several school choices. Accommodation tidy four bedroom house. No dogs.  We do pre-employment drug testing. The Farm Manager must have more than 3 years NZ experience and have a consistent work history in dairying. They also need to demonstrate good communication and practical dairy farming skills. We encourage involvement in our local community.

Farm Assistant | 60-Bale Rotary | Great Team | 800 Cows | Rukuhia No dairy experience? No problem. Keen to learn, work hard and be part of a good team? We want to hear from you… Six17 Limited is looking for a Farm Assistant to join our crew on an 800-cow dairy farm just 10 minutes from Hamilton and 20 minutes from Te Awamutu. If you’re finishing school, thinking about a gap year or just want a job where you’re outdoors, active and actually learning real skills, this could be a great place to start. What’s the farm like? It’s a modern set-up: 240 hectares, milking 800 cows through a 60-bail rotary fitted with ACRs and the Afimilk system, which tracks each cow’s health and production. You’ll get to see exactly how the farm runs day to day, not just do the jobs but understand why they matter. You won’t be thrown in the deep end. You’ll be trained properly and work alongside people who know what they’re doing and are happy to show you the ropes. What...

Due to unforseen circumstances, we require a farm assistant to join us on our farm in Okoroire to assist the milking of 400 cows through a 38 bail rotary.  We are 50/50 Sharemilkers on a family farm. You will need to be able to take instructions from our 2IC.  We are looking for someone who has a real interest in farming and someone who can get to the shed on time.  You would need to be confident on a 2 wheel motorbike and some tractor experience would be an advantage.  You would have to have good stockmanship, a calm nature, honest and reliable.  Your duties are, but not limited to:  milking cows, feeding cows, animal health, effluent.  You need to understand health, safety and wellbeing.   You must have a minimum of 6 months dairy farming experience or a L2 or higher qualification in Agriculture. Roster 11/3 Salary $70,000 to $75,000 Contour flat with some steeper sidlings You must have a full drivers license You must be drug free and undergo rgular  random drugs...

Farm Assistant Positions Available We are seeking motivated Farm Assistants to join our team on a well-established dairy farm. About the Farm Size: 235 ha, milking 900 cows through a 50-bale rotary shed Infrastructure: Waikato plant, ACRs, Protrack drafting system, complemented by a 450-cow feed pad System: Operating a System 4 Feeding: Each cow receives approx. 1 tonne of maize and 1 tonne of PKE/soybean hull, plus other concentrate supplements, all delivered via a Keenan mixer wagon Young stock: young stock and calf rearing Herd: Spring-calving, mainly FJX cows averaging 500 kg Production Goal: 410,000 kg MS for the coming season  Key Tasks & Responsibilities Training will be provided Milking cows Setting up break fences Identifying and treating mastitis cases Tractor driving and feeding out Calving and calf rearing Heat detection Recording animal health details Daily farm maintenance Compliance with Health &...

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   dedicated, and motivated Farm Assistant   to join our thriving dairy operation. Our progressive farm milks   750 cows through a modern 50-bale rotary shed , featuring   in-shed feeding, Protrack, and automatic drafting systems . The operation also includes a purpose-built   feed pad, Halter technology, and a 300-cow composting herd home , providing an efficient, well-equipped and forward-thinking working environment. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about dairy farming, takes pride in their work, and is committed to maintaining high standards of   animal welfare, milk quality and farm performance . About the Role As Farm Assistant, you will play an important role in the day-to-day running of the farm, working as part of a team to ensure the herd is well cared for and the farm operates efficiently. Key Responsibilities Milking cows and maintaining consistently high milk quality standards Monitoring and...