20 farm assistant jobs found

Farm Assistant – Dairy Farming Location: Leeston/Dunsandel, New   Zealand Employment Type:  Full-time, permanent (minimum 40 hours/week) Pay Rate: 23.95 - 28.00 per hour (depending on experience) About Us Built on family values and driven by growth, we are committed to sustainable practices, animal welfare, and supporting our team’s growth. We have two farms, our Leeston farm runs 580 cows through a 40 aside HB shed with limited technology on 167 hectares and our Dunsandel farm runs 650 cows through a 42 aside HB shed with ACR's. Both farms have Halter and an integrated drafting gate.  The Role We are looking for a hardworking and reliable individual to join our team and work between both farms as an entry level Farm Assistant. You’ll be an essential part of our daily operations, helping to keep the farm running smoothly and our animals healthy. You’ll work closely with the Farm Managers and teams to ensure high standards of animal care, pasture management,...

Dairy Farm Assistant OAD HB Auto cup removers and Auto cup flushes 450 cows, Farmer owned and operated. Looking for someone with good stock sense and practicality, likes working outdoors. You must have a full clean Drivers Licence to apply for this position and be able to speak and understand English well. We are happy to help with visa requirements but you need to be currently in New Zealand to apply. You need to have at least 8 mths continuous Dairy Farm work and we will require references of past employment within a 3year time frame. We are looking for someone who likes animals and is able to keep a clean environment. Please email your current CV 

Farm Assistant – Dairy, Beef & Sheep South Head, North-West Auckland We are a family-owned farming and contracting business based on the South Head Peninsula of the Kaipara Harbour, in North-West Auckland. Our farming operation includes a 200-cow, once-a-day dairy farm, along with approximately 600ha of beef and sheep finishing across separate blocks. We also operate Caleb Jackson Contracting, our general agricultural contracting business, as well as a fencing crew during winter. We are looking for a reliable and capable Farm Assistant to join our team in a varied, hands-on role across our farming operations. The Role: Approximately 40 hours per week, 5 days per week. Fortnightly roster: Week 1: Sunday–Friday (Saturday/Sunday off) Week 2: Monday–Thursday (Friday/Saturday off) Hours and start/finish times may be negotiable for the right applicant. Key Responsibilities: Relief milking on our 200-cow, once-a-day dairy farm – previous milking...

Milking - Perform a efficient and hygienic milking routine.  Follow procedure to produce high quality milk.   Animals - perform safe handling of animals, report any health and welfare issues as per farm policy.  Moving and handling animals safely and observe and report on wellbeing of all classes of stock.       Feed - Set break fences and feeds out as directed. Pasture and crop weed control and learn about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops.    Environment - aware of dairy effluent systems operate and how effluent affects the on-farm environment and be aware of regional council requirements and their responsibilities to comply with these.    People - work well with others, building a strong team culture.  Develop an understanding of what makes a good farm team, and how their actions affect the wider team.    Machine, vehicles, and technology - Practice the safe use and maintenance of vehicles on farm as directed by on farm...

Smithill Limited is looking for a reliable and motivated Farm Assistant to join the team at Moanui, one of our dairy farms in Western Southland. This is a hands on role covering all aspects of day to day dairy farming. It would suit someone who enjoys working with animals, takes pride in doing a job properly and wants to keep building their practical farming skills. THE ROLE Working alongside the Farm Manager and wider Smithill Team, your responsibilities will include: • Milking cows efficiently and safely • Maintaining excellent dairy shed and plant hygiene • Monitoring animal health and reporting concerns early • Assisting with animal treatments, calving, calf rearing and mating • Moving and handling stock calmly and safely • Setting up break fences and assisting with pasture and feed allocation • Feeding out and completing general tractor and machinery work • Operating and monitoring the farm’s effluent and water systems • Fencing, basic...

FARM ASSISTANT & HERD MANAGER Falcon Trust Partnership | Balfour, Southland Due to a staff injury, we are seeking a reliable Farm Assistant and Herd Manager to join our team. Immediate start available. What we offer: Flexible placement options in a herringbone or rotary shed. Well-equipped sheds with ACRs, in-shed feeding and automatic teat spraying. Tidy housing supplied. 8-on, 2-off, 8-on, 3-off roster during the season and 6-on, 1-off during calving . What we are looking for: Good stock sense, quiet cow handling and a commitment to animal welfare. Ability to identify mastitis, lameness and other animal health concerns, report issues promptly and follow treatment instructions. Safe, confident operation of two-wheel farm motorbikes and quad bikes. Reliable milking routines, good shed hygiene and accurate record keeping. A positive attitude, good communication and pride in keeping the farm tidy....

Position available for resident's or New Zealand citizen, we are not providing visa at the moment. We are seeking a superstar Farm Assistant to join our team this season who is passionate about the dairy industry, keen to learn & progress and is looking for a mentor to take them to the next level in their farming career. Based 8 mins from Westport 200 ha, milking 380 cows through a 30-bale herringbone, ACR's well set up farm., and a 100 ha. Support block. You will assist with daily operational tasks as directed, which will include but are not limited to: Milking: Assists in efficient and hygienic milking routine Animal Health: Assists with identifying, treating and reporting of stock health issues Nutrition: Assists with feeding, handling and moving stock People: Ability to work in a team Health and safety of people and animals are a priority. The successful applicant must comply with farm and safety policies. Milk Harvesting - Twice a day until December. 10/7 till...

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...

We are looking to fill a farm assistant role on our farm starting immediately  Basic farm jobs milking, cleaning, break setup, stock movement, weed control etc. Applicant must have a reliable, punctual, honest attitude, training will be given as required. You must be drug free and have a driving licence.  

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 seeking an experienced farm worker (2+ years) for an Assistant Manager position on an 850 and 600-cow farms in the Kapuka area, milking through a 54 Rotary Bale and 40 AS Herringbone shed. You'll have a range of responsibilities including the day-to-day management support including: Milking Shed Management Animal Husbandry and Production Animal Health Monitoring, Management and Treatment Pasture and fodder Management Maintenance of Shed, Equipment and Machinery Know and meet regulatory rules & requirements Breeding, Calving and Calf rearing Management Cattle transportation Contractor Organisation and Management Staff Management and other general farm duties. Weekly hours are a minimum of 35 and a maximum of 56. 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....

Seeking a experienced, honest and reliable Relief Milker, that has excellent stock skills and management.   50 bale rotary shed. Milking 600 cows.  Drive in position, 20 mins west from Kamo. This roll has the opportunity to develop into a farm assistant position for the right candidate. NZ applications only please 

We have an exciting opportunity available for a dairy assistant across our 2 neighboring 560 cow dairy farms 5 minutes from Balclutha.  In this role you will spend half your roster rotation at one farm and the other half at the other, covering other team members rostered days off.  This role is an entry level position with room to progress in your career, you will have supportive employers that want to see you go forward in the industry. Daily tasks include  Getting cows in  Weed Spraying  Milking  Setting up break fences  There is a modern 1 bedroom home available with a heat pump.  You must have a minimum of 6 months experience on a dairy farm and be eligible to work in NZ. No visa sponsorship available.  

You must be in NZ before apply. This role is to mainly milk cows, dairy shed and plant hygiene, some other farm jobs such as moving stock and spraying weeds. Ideally some NZ dairy experience or some training completed be preferred  .

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...

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...

ABOUT SMITHILL Smithill Limited is a family-owned and operated Southland farming business running four dairy farms and an expanding dairy support operation. Following the purchase of a dry stock block in Clifden, we are looking for a practical and capable  Machinery Operator and Dry Stock (Dairy Support) Assistant to join our team. This is an opportunity to become part of a growing operation and help establish and develop a new support property. ABOUT THE ROLE Based primarily on our dry stock blocks, you will work closely with the Farm Manager and wider Smithill team. This is a varied, hands-on role combining machinery operation, cattle work, cropping, feeding, maintenance and farm development. Your responsibilities will include: • Operating tractors and farm machinery for cultivation, sowing, mowing, fertiliser application and feeding out • Operating silage wagons, feeding equipment and other implements • Digger operation where trained and competent •...

Shed Manager – 6/2 Roster | 250-Cow Herringbone Location: Sanson, Manawatū We are looking for an experienced and motivated Shed Manager to join our team on a well-run, progressive dairy operation. We are a contract milking business overseeing two neighbouring farms , with a total team of six and approximately 950 cows across the two properties. The Role You will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operation of a 30-aside herringbone cowshed , milking approximately 250 cows . This is a hands-on role suited to someone who takes pride in their work, has strong attention to detail, and enjoys working as part of a team. Roster: 6 days on / 2 days off What We’re Looking For The successful applicant will have: Minimum 3 years’ experience working in a herringbone cowshed Strong milking and shed management skills Good animal health knowledge and attention to detail Strong heat detection skills Good...

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...

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.