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Carries   out   milk   harvesting   tasks   safely, efficiently, and correctly, and assists in training new employees on correct   techniques. Assists   with   solving   milk   quality   problems,   as per instructions in farm policy manual. Helps farm assistants to understand factors that   affect   milk   quality,   hygienic   milking   and mastitis control procedures. Cleans and maintains the milking plant and farm   dairy   equipment,   and   carries   out   hygiene inspections as per instructed in on farm policy   manual. Moves and handles animals safely, identifies and diagnoses animal health issues, and assists   with   treatments   and   prevention   in   line with farm policy. Records and maintains all herd health treatments and events according to on-farm policy   or   dairy   company   policy,   as   per   advised by manager. Observes, records and reports on cows preparing   to   calve,   and   calves’   cows   in   line with farm policy. Moves, handles...

We are looking for a 2IC/heard manager to join our team in Hedgehope, Southland.   We milk year round 1000 cows through a 54 bale rotary, on 800 ha self-contained dairy farm. The successful applicant will be someone who can show examples of leadership, has initiative, is motivated, shows a genuine interest in dairy farming and is wanting to progress their career. Applicant must have at least 2 years experience in New Zealand. Remuneration will be based on experience and responsibility level. Full drivers licence and a criminal free record is required. Potential work for spouse. Please apply with your CV with relevant experience, including 2 referees to [email protected]

We are seeking an experienced farm worker (1-2+ years) to work as a Farm Assistant on a 600-cow farm located approximately 20 minutes west of Invercargill, milking through a 40 Aside Herringbone shed. You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested and developing including:   - Milking and monitoring milk quality, - stock handling and feeding - fencing, weed control, - calving, calf rearing, - shed maintenance & preparation,   - tractor operation for feeding out, fertiliser, mowing and silage - monitoring, recording and maintaining animal health and other general farm duties. Weekly hours are a minimum of 30, with an average of 45 and a maximum of 60. Roster will follow a double rotation of 8 days on, 3 days off then 8 days on, 2 days off for the rest of the year. Wages are hourly rate, depending on experience. Candidates must have previous dairy farming experience and are required to provide at least 2 references. To be considered you...

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...

To oversee the day to day management of the dairy herd in conjunction with other staff.

with 20 years of sharemilkers on the farm , two of which reached sharemilker of the year for Southland , the opportunity to take on this role is available for 2027 onwards the farm consists of two houses, 120,000-130,000 kgs m/s with no imported feed, a runoff with winter feed 3 km from farm , 10kms from Winton and 4kms from local school. applicants must have a conformation of finance from a bank to take on this venture. 

I am looking for 01 Farm Assistant position for the Farm, Milking 900 cows and 60 bale rotary shed. We require efficiency and motivation.  Your role is to take responsibility for daily tasks such as running of the dairy, effluent management, feeding. Manage pasture and animal health , Also Crop feeding  and  Calf feeding. weed controlling, shed cleaning,  Look for opportunities to work more effectively and efficiently to improve the business.  You must have a valid drivers license,  roster  6 days on 2 days off, Minimum guaranteed 30hrs per week. Your salary will be paid hourly rate ,24$ Per hour share accommodation  You must have a clear criminal record , drugs free You will be expected to do a pre employment and random drug testing if employed, No smoking of vaping on farm. No pets You must live on farm due to the requirements of the job

Carries   out   milk   harvesting   tasks   safely, efficiently, and correctly, and assists in training new employees on correct   techniques. Assists   with   solving   milk   quality   problems,   as per instructions in farm policy manual. Helps farm assistants to understand factors that   affect   milk   quality,   hygienic   milking   and mastitis control procedures. Cleans and maintains the milking plant and farm   dairy   equipment,   and   carries   out   hygiene inspections as per instructed in on farm policy   manual. Moves and handles animals safely, identifies and diagnoses animal health issues, and assists   with   treatments   and   prevention   in   line with farm policy. Records and maintains all herd health treatments and events according to on-farm policy   or   dairy   company   policy,   as   per   advised by manager. Observes, records and reports on cows preparing   to   calve,   and   calves’   cows   in   line with farm policy. Moves, handles...

We require an honest reliable farm assistant to join our team in Lumsden. Previous 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 efficent 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 $26 - $29 per hour. Minimum of 30 hours per week guaranteed. Applicants must have a criminal free record. We have a strict health and safety policy and candidates may be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. Please apply with a current CV and 2 work related references

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....

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES  Milking operations - managing the milking routing to ensure high quality milk and hygiene standards are met includes milking cows shifting. Animal Health & Welfare - Identifying, Diagnosing, and treating common ailments Mastitis lameness sickness, managing calving, reproduction heat detection and vaccinations too animals. Feed Management - Planning and implementing feed allocations, managing pasture quality and shifting break fences. Record Keeping - Maintaining accurate data on animal health, calving and milk production using minda. Environment & Compliance - Operating effluent system on farm to meet regional council regulations and managing water use. Staff Supervision - Leading and training junior farm assistants when required. Requirements & Qualifications Experience - of 2 years of New Zealand Dairy experience. Skills - Proficiency in operating farm Machinery tractors and bikes current NZ driving licenses and strong...

Part time Dairy Farm assistant - 3 days a week, general farm duties. Can be flexible for the right person. Must be honest and reliable. Experience preferred, but the right attitude is essential. 

PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU CURRENTLY LIVE IN NZ! WE DO NOT DO SPONSORSHIPS. All applicants applying out of country will not be considered. Thankyou. Farm Assistant / Senior Herd Manager (Invercargill) Immediate Start (Flexible for the Right Applicant) We are looking for a motivated and reliable Farm Assistant or Senior Herd Manager to join our team of 6 on a dairy farm located 10 minutes from Invercargill. The Farm 800 cows milked through a 44 ASHB shed 330ha dairy platform, 600ha total operation 500 head of young stock (R1 & R2 cattle) Flat farm Team of 6 staff What We Offer 11 days on, 3 days off roster Average 55-hour week salary package (negotiable based on experience) 2bedroom house with heat pump  Close to Ōreti Beach Supportive team environment What We’re Looking For Minimum Restricted Driver Licence Dairy farming experience preferred Positive attitude and strong work ethic Ability to work well within a team and independently  Tractor experience is...

Milking - Manage efficient and hygienic milking routine.  Follow procedure to produce high quality milk. Animals - Manage safe handling of animals, report any health and welfare issues as per farm policy.  Manage the 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.  Manage pasture and crop weed control and learn about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops.  Environment - Manage 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 - Manage and 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 - Manage the safe use and maintenance of vehicles on farm as directed by on...

We require a Farm Assistant  to join our team on the 15th August 2026, milking 700 cows through a 54 bale rotary with ACRs. There is a tidy 2-bedroom shared house available. Te Anau is an easy 15min drive. We are searching for the right personality and fit for the existing team, so we can provide full training if needed or align the role and renumeration to suit your existing experience. An informal cover letter introducing yourself and summarizing your relevant work experience, would be greatly appreciated.  Key Requirements  • Must be available to work during evening, night and weekend shifts. • Must be hard working • Ability to handle pressure • Should be reliable, honest , physically fit and hard working Duties and responsibilities  Milking: Milk cows in a hygienic manner, help manage cowshed when senior staff are away. Animal health: Identify and treat sick animals in consultation with the contract Milker. Farm...

We are looking for an Assistant Farm Manager (2IC) or good farm assistant that can soon step up to 2IC, to join our team on Mount Bee Dairies, located in Northern Southland 40–60 minutes from Te Anau, Gore, Invercargill, and Queenstown. With the possibility of taking over Management in 1 or 2 years for the right person.  We milk 630 cows through a 54-bale rotary with ACRs, auto teat spray, in-shed feeding. Our farm is 226 hectares of effective area. We winter cows on fodder beet and swedes ourselves on our additional Run off block of 55Ha, raise young stock on the farm until they reach 100kg before they go grazing. There is also the option for a partner to take part in calf rearing/relief milking.  you will work in a team of three including myself as manager and relief staff when needed. You will need to be hands-on, willing to get the job done, but also ready to step into a leadership role and make decisions when required. Our farm is a grass-based system 2 farm,...

We are seeking an experienced  Herd Manager  to join our team on a well-run 1300 cows dairy farm with a 54-bale rotary automatic shed . This is a hands-on role suited to someone already working at Herd Manager level.  Key Responsibilities Prioritise  animal health and welfare Carry out high-standard  milking routines Maintain excellent  shed hygiene and presentation Monitor herd health and treatments Support  feed allocation and pasture management Complete daily farm tasks efficiently Work well both  independently and as part of a team Demonstrate strong  operational and self-management Health and safety protocols upheld  Requirements Minimum 2  years dairy farming experience Good knowledge of  animal health, feed, and pasture management Reliable, organized, and able to prioritise tasks Positive team player with a strong work ethic Farm...

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