13 farm assistant jobs found

Looking for your next farming adventure in New Zealand? 🌿🇳🇿 We have a full-time Farm Assistant position available at our family-owned and operated dairy farm in Waipahi, South Otago . We’re currently almost finished calving down our 640-cow herd , with just under 100 cows still to calve. We milk through a modern 60-bale rotary cowshed and run a well-set-out, grass-based system with strategic feed inputs ( System 3–4 ). 🌱 More than just a job This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to learn, develop and get stuck into all aspects of modern pasture-based dairy farming . We’re passionate about finding the small changes that can make a big difference — whether that’s improving pasture utilisation, cow performance, efficiency or ultimately maximising farm profit and milk production . We want someone who is keen to learn how a New Zealand dairy farm operates and who is interested in developing their skills and career along the...

We’re looking for a reliable, experienced farm hand to join our team across two dairy farms on the Taieri Plains. This role is hands-on, varied, and suited to someone who enjoys working independently and takes pride in keeping a farm running smoothly. About the Role: You’ll work across both of our Momona-based dairy farms, supporting daily operations and taking sole charge of key tasks. The role includes: • Sole charge milking — confident, efficient milking with responsibility for shed setup, hygiene, and cow flow • Feeding out — tractor work, feed management, and maintaining animal condition • Break fencing — setting up and shifting breaks to support pasture utilisation • Weed spraying — safe chemical handling and paddock maintenance • General farm duties — machinery operation, stock work, shed cleaning, and seasonal tasks What We’re Looking For: • Minimum three years’ dairy farm experience • Ability to work...

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 Assistant position on a flat to steep 500 cow dairy farm located 5 minutes out of Milton, South Otago.  40 aside herringbone shed with cup removers, in shed feeding, Alflex collars and Protrack drafting. Work includes milking, electric fencing, spraying and general farm duties. We are looking for someone who is honest, reliable and likes to have a laugh but still get the job done. A comfortable 2 bedroom cottage is available with a heat pump. We are NOT an accredited employer

We have a position available for a Dairy Farm Assistant on an 890-cow farm in the Omakau area, milking through a 54 Rotary Bale 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 Virtual fencing/Halter Weed control Calving, calf rearing Shed cleaning and setup Identifying and alerting managers to sick cows Setting fences General farm duties Weekly hours are a minimum of 40 and a maximum of 50. 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 5 days on, 2 days off. Salary ranges from $67,782 - $76,102 depending on experience. Candidates are required to provide good related references. To be considered you must: Provide a CV...

We’re looking for a reliable Farm Assistant who is confident with core farming skills and keen to keep learning. We milk 650 cows on 259 ha of flat terrain through a 54‑bail rotary DeLaval shed with digital monitoring tools . Role includes All aspects of day‑to‑day farm tasks in a supportive environment with quiet cows, including: Milking in a 54‑bail rotary Stock handling and animal health checks Break fencing and pasture monitoring Effluent management Shed hygiene and general farm duties Feeding out (tractor experience an advantage) Using digital monitoring tools as part of daily routines Roster is 6 on 2off. We’re looking for someone who Has at least one year’s NZ dairy farming experience Is competent with milking and feeding Follows instructions accurately Has a solid work ethic and takes pride in their work Communicates well and works well in a small team Is interested in using farm technology Holds a full driver license...

We have a position available for a Dairy Farm Assistant on a 890-cow farm in the Omakau area, milking through a 54 Rotary Bale 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  virtual fencing/Halter, 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 40 and a maximum of 50. 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 5 days on, 2 days off for the rest of the year.  Salary ranges from $67,782 - $76,102 depending on experience. Candidates are required to...

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.  

ENTRY-LEVEL FARM ASSISTANT WANTED – RONGAHERE / CLYDEVALE START DATE: 6TH OCTOBER 2026 Looking for someone reliable, keen to learn and ready to get stuck in! We have a position available on our 750-cow dairy farm, located in the Rongahere area – only 5 minutes from Clydevale and 30 minutes from Balclutha. What’s involved: • Milking & getting cows in • Fencing • Feeding stock • Weed spraying • General farm work • Plenty of opportunity to learn Roster: 5 on / 2 off until the end of mating, then 10 on / 4 off 1-bedroom house with heat pump available on farm No farming experience needed! We’re more interested in someone with the right attitude who is reliable, willing to learn and turns up ready for work. Restricted licence or higher Own reliable transport Legally able to work in NZ Comfortable with early mornings Reliable and punctual Willing to work hard and learn If your interested to apply email me at...

Herd Manager/2ic We are on the lookout for a skilled and dedicated herd manager with the goal of becoming 2ic, to join our team this 26/27 season starting in October  duties will include milkings/general farm work in all aspects. We are happy to provide training for the right applicant. NOT ACCREDITED EMPLOYERS must be an NZ citizen or NZ resident Must be available for an in-person interview. We milk all year round, milking 250 cows over June/July. Calving 150 in February, 100 in May and 600 in July/August. Farm is located 6 minutes from Tapanui, 25 minutes to Gore. Shed is a 54-bale rotary with ACR’s and smart wash. Our cows are wintered in a Wintering barn on farm and on support blocks nearby. Accommodation is a 3 bedroom home on farm  Good and tidy farm infrastructure. 6 and 1 over calving 5 and 2 during the rest of season Key responsibilities will include: -Assisting with all aspects of the...

We have available a full time OAD dairy farming position in a 40 aside herringbone. The right applicant must be able to Calve cows, Treat Mastits and lame cows. Tractor driving experience as well as mowing and feeding out. Fencing experience and all day to day running of a farm. We would like someone with a partner that can do casual relief milking and calf rearing.  Please call Rachelle on 0211741418 if your interested

We are looking for a good Herd Manager to join our team in Tarras Central Otago. We are in our first season on a brand new 1,500 cow conversion, milking through a new 80 bail Waikato rotary. The shed has Protrack, in-shed feeding, cow collars, Auto Smart Wash and really good cow flow. The farm is 500ha, fully irrigated with 8 centre pivots and fixed grid on the corners. It is split into 3 main blocks, with a herd based on each block. This is not a role where you are just helping run the farm. You will be responsible for your own herd and will have a big part to play in pasture management, animal health, mating and the day-to-day running and performance of that herd. We are looking for someone who is confident with cows, knows their pasture management and animal health, can work on their own initiative and takes pride in doing a good job. An experienced Herd Manager would be ideal, but we would also consider an Assistant Herd Manager who is ready to take the next step. The...

Are you ready to step into your next role? This position involves working towards supporting the Contract milker in achieving the farm’s production and profit goals through assisting with the day-to-day operation of the farm. The successful applicant will be involved in all aspects of the farm and will require the following skills/attributes: Driven to learn the day-day responsibilities of dairy farming. Honest, hardworking, trusted and reliable team player. Good animal husbandry skills. Milking and maintaining high hygiene standards.  Setting break fences and moving stock. Weed control. General repairs and maintenance of fencing and water systems. Tractor operation and feeding out. Calving and mating (We do not rear the calves). Relevant record keeping. Hazard identification and Health and Safety. K-Line & Pivot Irrigation experience. Some understanding of pasture management. The ideal candidate will have/be: Good Communication skills. Reliable, motivated, and...