23 farm assistant jobs found

Dairy Farm Assistant  Location: Otorohanga, Waikato We are 50/50 sharemilking with 20 years in the industry. We run a low input, grass based, system 2 farm of 185ha rolling/steep land just east of Otorohanga. 36aside herringbone shed with in shed feeding, auto drafting and auto teat spray. We have broken the farm production record twice since we started here and have a good animal health record. We don't have a feed pad, so all maize/grass silage is fed out in the paddock, and this results in some technical driving and careful planning of your path with the tractor. We put a third of the cows on once-a-day milking from early Sept onwards to manage skinny cows before mating in oct. We put the main herd on once-a-day milking around late February depending on grass growth rates and cow body condition score. Every season is partially viewed as preparation for the next season. Our biggest focus is getting cows in calf early without relying on vet intervention. This is done by...

We are searching for a farm assistant to assist us on the operation of a 875 cow dairy farm for the season commencing 1st June 2027. This an exciting opportunity to work in a team keen on progressing someone through the ranks, and smashing some targets in our first season owning this farm. Farm description: -48 ASHB, ACR's -850 cows peak milk -system 2-3 farm system -285ha effective, rolling to steep,  - Young cows OAD all season (200 cows), old cows TAD - roster 8:2 from July to October, then we move to 7:2,7:2,7:3 A 3 bedroom lockwood with 2 living areas and 2 bathrooms.  Farm is in the district of Ngakuru, approximately 20mins to Rotorua, 40mins to Taupo. . Pasture based system with some palm kernel and grass silage in feed deficit. Fert is spread via contractor. About the role: We require a keen and enthusiastic person to assist us with running the farm day to day. Tasks you are required to complete include but are...

We are looking for someone to be part of a great team milking around 1000 cows. 60 bail rotary cowshed. High input system, good infostructure and machinery. 5 on 2 off roster. This farm is part of 3 large dairy units and a large young stock and beef operation. There are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress. Agito, and formal learning is encouraged. 

We are looking for a reliable, motivated farm worker to join our team on a 400-cow dairy farm, producing approximately 200,000kg of milk solids. The farm is on flat land, just five minutes from town, with excellent school zones nearby. The farm has a DeLaval 18-aside parallel parlour, DelPro software, automatic teat spraying, automatic weighing and sorting, and a covered feed pad with a wedge effluent system and clip tank. The role You will help with the day-to-day operation of the farm, working alongside the team to maintain high standards of animal care, milking, pasture management and farm presentation. Key responsibilities Assist with milking and maintain a clean, orderly milking routine. Help care for the herd, including observing cows and reporting health or welfare concerns. Assist with feeding, pasture allocation and moving stock. Support calving and mating activities when required. Help maintain races, fences, water...

Farm Assistant Reporoa - Immediate Start.  We are looking for a Farm Assistant to join us on farm!  Facts and Figures:  360 cows (peak).  150,000 KGMS (target). 113ha effective 40 aside herringbone shed with in shed feeders and a auto drafter. Cows have Nedap collars for heat detection and health alerts.  System 3-4 with all cows wintered on farm. Current 50/50 sharemilkers, running a efficient pasture focused system with a strong emphasis on feeding our cows profitably.  Located 2mins from Reporoa, 35mins from Rotorua and Taupo.  Accommodation- 3 bedroom farm house with a garage.  Job Description The fulltime farm assist will be working closely with the current sharemilkers on farm (husband and wife team) as well as some casual relief staff.   The duties include but not limited to;  Milking and maintaining milking shed and plant hygiene. Feeding cows, moving break fences, and feeding out when required.  Maintenance including weed and pest control, basic...

We are looking for an entry level Dairy Farm Assistant to assist with day to day farm tasks such as milking, weed spraying, calf rearing (at times)  general maintenance, stock work etc on a new farm for us in a great team environment. We are looking for someone who wants to develop a career in farming with a can do attitude that is drug free (testing may be required at anytime), reliable, turns up well on time for shift, honest, a self thinker and a team player..... we all pitch in to get the job done and shift around days off to help each other out so it works for everyone. Ability to already safely ride a 2 wheeler is a must aswell is being able to follow instructions well and follow sound health and safety practices. Housing is a single mans quarters (no pets) Roster is 6 on 2 off with willingness to swap if needed to help other team members get off farm for family events. Schooling is in Reporoa village with Broadlands primary not far up the road along with school buses...

Dairy Cattle Farm Assistant / Farm Worker – Entry Level 📍 Location: Mangakino, New Zealand We are looking for four reliable, motivated, and hardworking individuals to join our team as Dairy Farm Assistants or Farm Workers. This is an excellent opportunity for people looking to start or grow their careers in the dairy industry. You will work closely with the Contract Milker to ensure the smooth running of daily farm operations. Farm Details Milking 1,150 cows at peak through a 54-bale rotary shed. Rolling contour farm. Shared, well-maintained on-farm accommodation provided. Key Responsibilities Milking: Assisting with twice-daily milking for most of the year. Animal health and welfare: Monitoring livestock and providing appropriate care. Calf rearing: Feeding calves, carrying out health checks, and providing general care. Feeding stock: Preparing and distributing feed as...

We have a Dairy Farm Assistant role available on a 500-cow farm in the Te Kauwhata area, milking through a 28 Bail Rotary 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  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, with an average of 40 and a maximum of 45. 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 6 days on, 2 days off throughout the year. Wage ranges from $26.07 - $29.57 per hour, depending on experience. Candidates are required...

With the New Year Approaching we are growing our team! Would you like to showcase your skills an abilities? Would you like to join a team of determined hard working people who love the farm and especially the cows and a few pets?  Our ideal applicant would have the following skills and abilities Two years dairy farming experience in NZ, capable in handling the daily tasks required for example-  Milking, Feeding calves, spraying weeds, moving sprinklers. Great communication to make sure that everyone is able to get the tasks done in a timely manner.  The skills to be quiet with stock and handle them with care  driving a tractor and operating different equipment would be a bonus!  honest and reliable excellent communication skills ( In case you missed it above)  great work ethic  a team player attitude. Pride in their work environment house proud Most importantly a good sense of humour and brilliant attitude.  Must be in New Zealand and legally allowed...

Due to a personal tragedy, we have a fulltime position available to support the farm manager of our 385-cow farm 6km from Otorohanga. the role is a senior role with responsibility to support the manager in running of the farm and to cover in his abscense. the farm is well set up with a modern 36 aside herringbone with in shed feeders. A 2-bedroom house with sleepout is provided as part of package.  We are looking for individuals with a positive attitude, willingess to learn and grow and a good sense of humor. You will also be a tidy kiwi.  YOU MUST BE ELIGIBLE TO WORK IN NZ TO APPLY

Located 30 mins to Te Awamutu, we are a system 3 dairy unit milking 450 cows through a 36ashb with ACRs, a herd home and modern up to date systems. We are seeking an experienced Assistant Farm Manager to join our team who is passionate about farming, keen to learn & progress, has good animal health & husbandry, a good understanding of pasture management, good tractor experience & all other general on farm skills. We offer a great well set up work place and a good team environment where we encourage our staff to progress & grow in their career. If you are living in New Zealand, a NZ resident, with 4+years farming experience and drug free, please apply online attaching your up to date CV and recent referees details. The farmer is NOT Employer Accredited. Pre-employment drug testing will be undertaken and a Ministry of Justice criminal history check may be requested. A 90 day trial period will apply. For queries please phone Anne - 0272711733 Anne Burdon...

We are seeking a motivated and capable Herd Manager to join our dairy operation in the Whitianga area. Milking 500 cows through a 40-aside herringbone shed, this role offers the opportunity to take ownership of day-to-day herd management while working alongside a team focused on high standards of stockmanship, pasture management, and farm performance. This position is well suited to someone who enjoys working with livestock, takes pride in animal care, and is looking to develop their skills. Key Responsibilities Assisting with all aspects of milking and dairy shed operation Managing herd health and animal wellbeing Heat detection and mating support Recording and maintaining accurate farm data Monitoring and managing pasture allocation Supporting calving and young stock management Maintaining high standards of animal welfare and farm presentation Operating farm machinery and equipment safely Contributing positively to the farm team and business goals...

The knowledge, experience and farming qualifications to manage the day-to-day running of an efficient  and well-managed dairy farm operation.   Have at least 4 years' experience in dairy farming, be reliable, have a positive attitude, be tidy and clean in the workplace and, most of all, have great communication skills. You will be managing two herds on a system 4 spring-calving dairy farm, with clear instructions from the farm owner.  Milking 500 cows through a 30 a/s herringbone shed with automatic cup removers and teat sprayer.  We have in-shed feeding and also fed on a feed pad nine months of the year, so must capable of operating a tractor. There is an automatic drafting system, and the cows are fitted with Allflex collars. Able to understand and take responsibility for daily tasks such as running of the dairy, effluent management and feeding. Complete tasks with minimal supervision and be able to train other staff.  Look for opportunities to work more effectively and...

Couple’s Role 2IC + Relief milker/ Calf rearer  Kaiaua, Hauraki Plains | Autumn Calving | Start February 2027 Gulf View Dairies is seeking an experienced and motivated couple to join our dairy operation in Kaiaua for the 2027 autumn-calving season. We are a 120ha 300-cow autumn-calving farm, with calving commencing around 15 March each year, alongside which we rear approximately 300 Hereford-Friesian cross beef calves on a neighbouring run-off each season. We are looking for a capable 2IC who can take genuine responsibility for day-to-day farm operations, alongside a partner interested in a flexible role primarily covering calf rearing and relief milking. The successful couple will work alongside the Farm Owner and an existing full-time Farm Assistant. The Farm 120ha dairy platform 300 dairy cows, with calving commencing 15 March 300 Hereford-Friesian cross beef calves to be reared annually Modern 30-aside herringbone cowshed with...

Five Horizons - Dairy Sheep Farm 2IC Great opportunity to be part of a growing new industry and land use in New Zealand: ·        Competitive salary package ·        3 bedroom house ·        Exceptional location (halfway between Auckland and Hamilton) ·        Great roster (8,2 & 8, 3) ·        High quality gear on farm ·        Focus on health & safety and employee development   About Five Horizons Five Horizons is in its fourth season milking sheep on a 150-hectare, self-contained farm. We rear all our own lambs, produce supplements, and grow chicory and maize. We're seeking an experienced 2IC with a strong work ethic, ability to run the farm when the manager is off, and excellent attention to detail including milk quality and pasture management.  You'll be a part of a team consisting of an experienced and knowledgeable manager, an expert lamb rearer and milker,...

We are a family owned 100% autumn calving farm, milking 450 cows through a 44 bale rotary. We are located in Pukeatua, between Putaruru and Te Awamutu. We have excellent facilities with the 44 bale rotary being a one person shed with inshed feeding, cup removers and auto teat spray. We have a covered 450 cow feedpad and up to date plant & machinery. We utilize cow manager ear tags to assist with mating and cow health. We are looking for an experience and capable 2IC or herd manager to work alongside the farm owner to help complete all daily tasks. We require someone who can use initiative and can think ahead.  Expectations for this roll include:- To have at least 3 years’ experience Essential to have experience milking in a rotary cowshed solo Competent in the main areas of animal health –Mastitis detection, assisting down cows and treating sick cows Competent in treating lame cows You are able to self-manage and show initiative Ability to work unsupervised...

About the Role We are looking for a reliable, motivated and experienced Assistant Herd Manager to join our dairy farming team on our 420-cow farm in Mihi, Reporoa. The farm operates with Halter technology, and the successful applicant will work closely with the Farm Manager and casual/temporary staff to maintain high standards of animal care, pasture management and day-to-day farm operations. This is a position suited to someone who enjoys working with cows, takes pride in their work and is keen to develop their dairy farming skills. Key Responsibilities Assist with the day-to-day management of the 420-cow dairy herd. Assist with milking and ensure cows are handled calmly and safely. Monitor animal health, welfare and condition. Assist with calving, mating and other seasonal herd management activities. Identify cows requiring attention and report health issues promptly. Assist with young stock and calf management when required. Help with pasture management, shifting cows and feed...

Looking for an experienced Assistant Drystock Manager for a drive in position approx 30 mins from Te Awamutu. Must be experienced in operating machinery for feeding of stock, farm maintenance etc. Must be honest & reliable.

450 Cows  |  54 BR  |   30 minutes north of Hamilton About the Business Taniwha Estate Ltd is a family-owned and operated dairy farming business located in Orini, just 30 minutes north of Hamilton. The farm milks 450 crossbred cows through a 54-bail rotary shed, operating a System 2–3 with a covered feedpad. Fertiliser application is managed by contractors. We take pride in maintaining high standards across our farming operation and are looking for someone who shares these values, takes ownership of their work and enjoys being part of a successful farming team.   About the Role We are looking for an experienced and capable 2IC or Herd Manager who is confident taking responsibility and can step into sole charge of the farm when required. Working alongside the Farm Owners, you will play an important role in supporting the day-to-day running of the farm. We need someone who can think ahead, use their initiative and make sound decisions.    Key...

Are you an experienced farmer looking for a great opportunity close to Hamilton? We are seeking a motivated and reliable team member to join our progressive goat dairy operation in Puketaha/Gordonton, just 7km from Rototuna. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive team, work in a positive environment, and further develop your skills under experienced leadership. With a well-structured roster, modern facilities, and a prime location on Hamilton's northern boundary, this role offers an outstanding balance of career growth and lifestyle. About the Farm Milking approximately 1,000 dairy goats Modern 100-bail rotary shed Flat, well-maintained farm Cut-and-carry feeding system Supportive and positive team culture Convenient drive-in location close to Hamilton The Role Working alongside the Farm Manager, you will be involved in all aspects of the day-to-day operation, including: Milking and livestock management Animal health and...