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Farm Assistant – Dairy – Bay of Plenty Roster: 8 days on / 2 days off Start: End if August 2026 Pay: From $29.90/hr (negotiable based on experience) Accommodation: 2 bedroom brand new cottage - sharing with one male staff member or drive in position available  We’re looking for a motivated Farm Assistant to join our friendly team on a 1,200-cow, 290ha dairy farm near Whakatāne. This is a great opportunity for someone wanting to get a foot in the door of the dairy industry and learn on the job. IMPORTANT: You must be a New Zealand citizen, permanent resident. We are not an accredited employer and cannot provide sponsorship. What you’ll do: Milking in our 44-aside herringbone shed Shifting irrigation pods and sprinklers Assisting with general farm duties Learning and taking on more responsibility over time What we’re looking for: No experience necessary — just a positive...

Entry-Level Farming Position  Requirements ·         Some on-farm skills and knowledge would be helpfull. ·         Riding a motorbike ·         Driving ·         Stockmanship skills ·         Proficient English ·         Milking cow experience Main Duties ·         Milking cows twice per day 350 cows 40aside shed with acrs and shed feeding ·         Hosing down and maintaining cowshed hygiene ·         Repairs and maintenance ·         Temporary fencing ·         Stockwork in the cowshed and paddock ·         Lifting items up to 30kgs ·         Fuelling vehicles and cleaning equipment ·         Any ither on farm labour duties that may arise The position requires you to start Early October.  Only applicants with working holiday Visa will be considered.