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We are on the lookout for two staff members to join our small team based 20 minutes out of invercargill in Southland My partner and I contract milk two farms two minutes apart milking 420 spring calving friesian cows on each farm. We are looking for a 2ic and a farm assistant for the upcoming season starting June the 1st. Though we would be happy for someone to start earlier than this. Both farms have excellent infrastructure and machinery including a 40 aside herring-bone and 50 bail rotary sheds with acrs, in shed feeding and automated wash and drafting systems. Both farms also utilise wintering barns/feed pads and are maintained to a very high standard. We are very passionate about our stock and strive for the best results. We set high standards of animal health, dairy hygiene and general farm tidiness. The 2IC role will be based full time on one of the farm while the farm assistant will work between both properties with transport provided. We will run a 6 on 1 off...

We require an honest reliable Herd Manager to join our team in Southland. 2 years experience  or a qualification Level 4 or above required . Understands and takes responsibility for daily tasks such as running of the dairy, effluent management and feeding. Completes tasks with minimal supervision and can supervise and train other staff. Looks for opportunities to work more effectively and efficiently to improve the business.    Duties include but not limited to Milking: Manages an efficient and hygienic milking routine Animals: Manages safe handling of animals, records, reports and treat, any health issue   Feed: Controls weeds. Sets break fences and feeds out as directed. Environment: Assists with nutrients, effluent and water management People: Manages junior farm staff. Works well with others, building a strong team culture Machinery Vehicles and Technology: Safely uses and maintains plant and farm vehicles. Pay rate is $30 - $35 per hour....

We are looking for a super star calf rearer at Dacre 🐮 📍We are located 5mins from Edendale and 10 minutes to Woodlands. This is a drive in position. ▪️This is a Fixed term position from early August to end of October. ▪️We are looking for a motivated calf rearer to join our team rearing 180-200 replacement calves in addition to beef and bobby calves. ▪️Your Duties would be feeding calves, cleaning and daily calf care. We run a very easy simple to use system with minimal bucket carrying  ▪️Previous experience preferred but not essential. We would be willing to train the right person  ▪️ we would also have Relief milking available. ▪️If you are reliable, hardworking and have a sense of humour, we would love to hear from you. Please email andrewbrock04@gmail Or text/phone 0272395207

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...

We are seeking a motivated and reliable   Full-Time Farm Assistant   to join our team on a well-equipped 750-cow dairy farm, located halfway between Gore and Clinton. This is a great opportunity to be part of a progressive operation with modern systems and a strong team environment.   Farm Details: 750 cows 54 bail rotary shed Automatic cup removers and teat sprayer Automatic drafting gate Halter collars Modern, well-maintained machinery   The Role: You will be involved in all aspects of day-to-day farm operations including milking, animal health, feeding, and general farm maintenance. You’ll work as part of a team committed to high standards of animal care and farm performance.   Roster: 6 days on / 1 day off over calving 7 days on / 1 day off, 4 days on / 2 days off, for the remainder of the season (every second weekend off.) What We’re Looking For: Previous dairy farming experience preferred Strong work ethic and...

We are looking for a calf rearer to help our team rear 200 replacment calves on our farm between otautau and woodlaw

We are seeking a reliable fixed term calf rearer to join our team for the calving season working 30 hours per week, for a fixed term period  August - February. Key duties include feeding and caring for calves, monitoring animal health, maintaining high hygiene standards in calf sheds and equipment, identifying and reporting unwell calves, assisting with tagging and treatments, and supporting safe animal handling practices.  Agriculture experience is preferred. The ideal applicant would be practical, observant, committed to animal welfare and able to follow health and saftety procedures. $25 - $30 per hour This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with animals in a hands om farm environment

We are seeking a reliable and experienced Relief Milker with at least 6+ months' experience for a 7-month fixed term position from July 2026 to February 2027. This role is on a 650-cow farm in the Dacre area, milking through a modern 60 Bail Rotary shed with Waikato Milking Systems equipment. You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested and developing including: - Milking cows - Ensuring milk quality and hygiene standards - Operating and monitoring the milking sytem - Following animal welfare and farm safety procedures - Identifying and alerting managers to sick cows - Cleaning and maintaining the shed and equipment - and other general farm duties. Weekly hours are a minimum of 30, with an average of 50 and a maximum of 60. 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....

We are looking for 3 full time workers for this season. we peak milk 970 cows through a 54 bale rotary on a 6-2 roster located on the outskirts of Riverton The candidates must live in N.Z to apply and be residents (We are not Acrredited) good animal health, able to drive a tractor, 2 wheelers and 4 wheelers.

We require an honest reliable farm assistant to join our team in Southland. 6 - 12 months experience preferred however a qualification relevant to agriculture may be accepted as a substitute for experience. Duties include but not limited to Milking: Assists with efficient and hygienic milking routine Animals: Assists in safe handling of animals, records, reports and treat, any health issue   Feed: Controls weeds. Sets break fences and feeds out as directed. Environment: Assists with nutrients, effluent and water management People: Works well with others, building a strong team culture Machinery Vehicles and Technology: Safely uses and maintains plant and farm vehicles. Pay rate is $27 - $30 per hour. Minimum of 30 hours per week guaranteed. Applicants must have a criminal free record and a current drivers licence. We have a strict health and safety policy and candidates may be subject to pre-employment and

Daisyburn Dairies Ltd is on the hunt for a motivated, reliable and skilled calf rearer for the upcoming season. We are a well-established 700 cow dairy unit milking predominantly Friesen cross cows. The role will be sole calf rearer for 175 replacement heifer calves in addition to beef calves and bobbys to 4 days old. Ideally the right candidate will have 1-2 years calf rearing experience, and be able to work independently however, will have plentiful support from the manager and the two farm assistants.   Key responsibilities: -       Maintaining clean and hygienic practises in the calf shed -       Identifying health issues with calves and communicating concerns -       Preparing and distributing milk, meal and hay feeds -       Assisting with general farm duties -       Additional opportunity of relief milking 2-3 times a fortnight for the right person The role is available from August through to November but could be extended....

We require an honest reliable Herd Manager to join our team in Southland. 2 years experience  or a qualification Level 4 or above  required . Understands and takes responsibility for daily tasks such as running of the dairy, effluent management and feeding. Completes tasks with minimal supervision and can supervise and train other staff. Looks for opportunities to work more effectively and efficiently to improve the business. Duties include but not limited to Milking: Manages an efficient and hygienic milking routine Animals: Manages safe handling of animals, records, reports and treat, any health issue   Feed: Controls weeds. Sets break fences and feeds out as directed. Environment: Assists with nutrients, effluent and water management People: Manages junior farm staff. Works well with others, building a strong team culture Machinery Vehicles and Technology: Safely uses and maintains plant and farm vehicles. Pay rate is $30 - $35 per hour....

Assistant Manager wanted to assist management to run a 750 cow farm operation near Balfour. The farm is a 320 hectare effective with a 60 bail rotary platform with in-shed feeding, automatic teat spray, auto draft with cow wearing collar to aid with animal health and mating.  The successful applicant will have a proven tract record in pasture management, animal health, staff management and at least 3 years dairy farming experience in New Zealand.

We require an honest reliable Herd Manager to join our team in Southland. 2 years experience  or a qualification Level 4 or above  required . Understands and takes responsibility for daily tasks such as running of the dairy, effluent management and feeding. Completes tasks with minimal supervision and can supervise and train other staff. Looks for opportunities to work more effectively and efficiently to improve the business.    Duties include but not limited to Milking: Manages an efficient and hygienic milking routine Animals: Manages safe handling of animals, records, reports and treat, any health issue   Feed: Controls weeds. Sets break fences and feeds out as directed. Environment: Assists with nutrients, effluent and water management People: Manages junior farm staff. Works well with others, building a strong team culture Machinery Vehicles and Technology: Safely uses and maintains plant and farm vehicles. Pay rate is $30 - $35 per...

We require an honest reliable Herd Manager to join our team in Southland. 2 years experience  or a qualification Level 4 or above relevant to agriculture required . Understands and takes responsibility for daily tasks such as running of the dairy, effluent management and feeding. Completes tasks with minimal supervision and can supervise and train other staff. Looks for opportunities to work more effectively and efficiently to improve the business.    Duties include but not limited to Milking: Manages an efficient and hygienic milking routine Animals: Manages safe handling of animals, records, reports and treat, any health issue   Feed: Controls weeds. Sets break fences and feeds out as directed. Environment: Assists with nutrients, effluent and water management People: Manages junior farm staff. Works well with others, building a strong team culture Machinery Vehicles and Technology: Safely uses and maintains plant and farm vehicles. Pay...

We require an honest reliable Herd Manager to join our team in Southland. 2 years experience  or a qualification Level 4 or above relevant to agriculture required . Understands and takes responsibility for daily tasks such as running of the dairy, effluent management and feeding. Completes tasks with minimal supervision and can supervise and train other staff. Looks for opportunities to work more effectively and efficiently to improve the business.    Duties include but not limited to Milking: Manages an efficient and hygienic milking routine Animals: Manages safe handling of animals, records, reports and treat, any health issue   Feed: Controls weeds. Sets break fences and feeds out as directed. Environment: Assists with nutrients, effluent and water management People: Manages junior farm staff. Works well with others, building a strong team culture Machinery Vehicles and Technology: Safely uses and maintains plant and farm vehicles. Pay...

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...

We are looking for a Dairy Farm Assistant who must have at least 6+ months' experience to join a 480-cow farm in the Edendale area, milking through a 40-aside herringbone shed.  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 and a maximum of 55. 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 10 days on, 3 days off for the rest of the year.  Salary ranges from $74,561 - $83,713 depending on experience. Candidates are required to provide good related...

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...

We are looking for our next superstar to join our team, you will work alongside the contract milker and 2ic milking 600 cows through our 27 aside twin pit herringbone shed with protrack and cow manager tags.1 to 2 years experience is preferred but training can be provided if you have the right attitude and willingness to learn. Your key duties would be but aren't limited to, helping with the day-to-day operations of the dairy farm, ensuring the smooth running of tasks related to milking, feeding, animal care, and farm maintenance. The role is hands-on and requires both physical work and a basic understanding of farm operations.  Our farm is located 5 minutes from Otautau and 20 minutes from Winton, this job comes with a 3 bedroom home, remuneration will be  based on experience Please send your cv with 2 references if you would like to apply, note we are NOT accredited employers  you must reside in New Zealand