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We are looking for an experienced person who can work well as part of a team and by themselves. This is a sole charge and fixed term position. Start date will be 1st of August to approximately 1st of October earlier start possible to negotiate Key attributes we are looking for is someone with excellent attention to detail - can pick up sick calves quickly, makes sure animal welfare is priority, has great calfshed/gear hygiene and is physically fit. Main jobs include: - Making sure each calf gets gold colostrum - Teaching new calves to feed - feeding all calves twice daily - ensuring calves have clean water, meal and hay daily - keeping up with hygiene practices (cleaning calf feeders/bottles/buckets daily) - disinfection of calf pens via spraying virkon and sprinkling stalosan We are located between Mandeville and Riversdale 15minutes from Gore. We calve 650 cows. We aim to rear around 180 replacement heifers, sell 4 day old beefies and bobbies. All milk is pumped to each...

Due to unforseen circumstances: A position has now become available to right applicant(s) who consider themselves to be  a dynamic, enthusiastic  person to join our fabulous team of 5. If you are driven, show initiative,  and are looking to progress your career in the dairy industry with our guidance then we have a position for you. We are based 20 minutes from Invercargill - Our small coastal community boasts a local garage and on the spot store within 10 minutes of the farm.  Local Primary School and country club also within 10 minutes drive.  We milk 750 cows through a 54 bale rotary with ACR's and Milkhub dairy automation and auto drafting in shed.  Inshed feeding consists of barley and molasses - our milking platform consists of 420ha surrounded by 284ha of natives etc Duties would consist of but not limited to: milking, weed control, tractor work, general farm maintenance. Applicants need to be able to work and are based in NZ - WE ARE NOT ACCREDITED EMPLOYERS...

We are a large-scale dairy farm just outside of Mossburn, Northern Southland.  We are looking for 2 calf rearers to join our team for the upcoming season starting 25th of July and finishing end of September / early October (exact dates are negotiable). This job would ideally suit a couple or 2 friends. Roster is 6/1 or 6/2 depending on the time of the season.  Ideally some experience of caring for animals or working on a farm is preferred but not essential. The key attributes we are looking for is stamina and grit, a great attitude to work, easy to get along with, happy to get their hands dirty (literally), patience, awareness of health and safety, genuine care and consideration for animals and a sense of humour. Conversational English is also required. We use large equipment so you will need to learn how to drive 4 wheelers, a large truck, tow trailers and operate pumps. Full training will be provided but attitude is key!   The role involves caring for calves from newborn...

We have a full-time Dairy Farm Assistant role available on our 1100 cow dairy farm 5km from Mossburn, Northern Southland.    This is a permanent position with a minimum of 30 hours of work a week guaranteed. The key tasks and duties include: Milking Operations - milking cows hygienically and efficiently. Grazing - Putting up fences and following the weekly grazing plan. Animal Care - Assisting with feeding, watering and monitoring cows for any signs of animal health issues. Farm Maintenance - Helping with general farm maintenance of buildings and equipment. Calving - Assisting with calving mothers and caring for newborn calves including drafting, feeding and monitoring for health issues. Record Keeping - Assisting with maintaining accurate records of animal health, treatments, and milk production. Input data into farm management software as required. We are looking for an individual who works well as part of a team but is also confident to work alone when...

Brightview Farms are on the lookout for 3 Calf Rearers and Tractor Drivers for our sheep, beef and Dairy  support blocks. Our farming operation is located in Western Southland, with the Dairy and Drystock/Support blocks located within 5 minutes of the Wairio/Nightcaps area.  The operation consists four support blocks, 10,000 su support farm (600ha of support blocks and are within a 10 minute radius of the dairy farms. The position will involve Calf rearing and, tractor work, with modern machinery (cultivation, sowing of crops, grass renewal) and stock work; breeding and fattening calves, heifers, bulls, sheep and winter grazing of dairy cattle. Previous calf rearing experience is preferred and will consider anyone that has operated heavy machinery  Key Responsibilities - Calf Rearer Calf Rearing feeding and nutrition, preparing and feeding colostrum, milk and/or milk replacer, ensuring a constant supply of fresh water, meal and hay Monitoring for signs of sickness...

We need 2 Herd Managers to join our team for the 2026/2027 season. As a Herd Manager, you must have a natural love for animals and all agriculture.  This is a full-time permanent role that requires you to work a minimum of 40 hours and a maximum of 50 hours per week at $30.00 - 33.00/hour. You must be physically fit, with clean criminal and drug checks to be considered for the role. A minimum of 2 years NZ dairy work experience is required for this role. No pets are allowed in the shared accommodation. No smoking/vaping allowed in the shared accommodation and sheds. As a Herd Manager, you are expected to: - Carry out milk harvesting tasks safely, efficiently, and correctly, and assist in training new employees on correct techniques. - Assist with solving milk quality problems - Helps farm assistants to understand factors that affect milk quality, hygienic milking, and mastitis control procedures. - Clean and maintain the milking plant and farm dairy equipment and carry...

We are looking for a motivated Farm Manager for the 2026/2027 season. Are you passionate about the dairy industry. Keen to progress, learn and upskill themselves and the other staff members. Take pride in your work and produce excellent quality milk and strive for the best.  Farm Details • 225ha Dairy Farm + 100ha runoff located 6km from the Dairy Farm • All cows and young stock wintered at runoff. • 610 cows • 42 aside herringbone with in shed feeding, cup removers and automatic teat sprayer. • Good quality and modern farm machinery • Farm is located 15 minutes from Gore at East Chatton Skills Required • Take pride in your work. • Honest • Excellent Communication and Time management skills. • Excellent Pasture management. • Animal Health, Welfare and Husbandry management. • Good tractor experience on flat and hilly terrain. • Outstanding Effluent management. • Able to follow and implement Health & Safety Practices and Procedures. You must have 2 years New Zealand Dairy...

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 • Ensure the effective operation of all aspects of the milking process, including plant hygiene and somatic cell count, to maintain grade free standards. Effluent • Operate and maintain the effluent system on your farm to all regional council compliance requirements and the employer’s additional standards. • 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. • Ensure all herd records are maintained. Business • Work with the Dairy Farm Manager to contribute to Farm Business Plan. • Assist to manage repairs and maintenance schedule for all plant, machinery and...

Assistant Manager for 1500 cow dairy operation 30mins north of Winton. With two rotary sheds on 600ha, we are looking for a team member who can hit the ground running.

We are seeking a Calf Rearer for the up coming 2026 Calving Season. We rear approx: 100 replacements plus beefies from our 330 cow herd The ideal appicant should be a excellent communicator/knowledge/engery.  You must be trustworthy and reliable as rountine in calf feeding is important and have attention to detail in Animal Health and have high standards of Sanitation and Hygiene in the calf shed. We have a 12 bay shed, (plenty of room) with hot water, concrete wash bay/ hot water hoses etc. You must be able to drive a quad bike.  We are located 5 minutes from Wyndham, 5 minutes from Mataura and 15 minutes from Gore. This is a drive in position only:  No Accommodation on farm. Roster day/s off flexiable  Starting approx 9 August and ending 1st October but dates are negotiable as calving starts and ends. Remuneration will be based on experience.  If you are interested about this position, please forward by email your CV with references and referees....

Milking 550 cows through a 40 ASHB shed in Browns. Weekday afternoon milkings Must have some stock experience. Competitive rate offered

Milking 550 cows through a 40 ASHB shed. Near Browns Should live in the area near Winton, Browns. Competitive wages offered, should have milking experience. No accommodation offered

Milking 550 cows through a 40 ASHB shed. Near Browns Should live in the area near Winton, Browns. Competitive wages offered, should have milking experience. No accommodation offered

Experienced Calf Rearer required, 4km North of Gore on Waimea Hwy. Rearing 300 replacements & selling 4 day old beef calves. You would be the senior calf rearer working with another to help reduce workload for a good work environment. This job starts beginning of Aug and runs until the end of September. Excellent purpose built calf sheds with underground milk line from dairy shed. Understanding of best practice animal health and growing good quality stock a must. We are also seeking applicants for an assistant calf rearer to support the senior calf rearer. Hours will be flexible and negotiable.