43 jobs found

Farmhands is a Christchurch based recruitment company specialising exclusively in Primary Industry roles. Our client, Scottfresh, is seeking an Operations Apprentice. Scottfresh is an expanding horticultural business based in North Canterbury. Scottfresh produces supermarket ready vegetables and salad crops for the New Zealand market.  About the role  Based in North Canterbury: Claverley Beach and Spotswood  Full Time, permanent role. 40-55 hours per week. Modern housing options. Starting rate: $28-$30 per hour.  Apply online here: https://form.jotform.com/231976924023055 This is not a traditional apprentice programme. It is a hands-on opportunity to learn all aspects of a commercial horticultural business. You will work alongside the owner, experienced managers, supervisors and the whole team.  As an Operations Apprentice, you will work in all areas of the business. That will include hand harvesting in the field, overseeing harvest and...

We have 2 positions available for calf rearers near Rangiora. We have 1300 cows and rear 350 replacements in total over 2 farms. The focus is on attention to detail and healthy replacement and bobby calves as well as running an efficient calf rearing system. All roles require a strong, physically capable person able to handle calves. The farms are 1km from Rangiora. Accommodation is available for all positions if required.   1.      Lead calf rearer – this person will be responsible for the calf rearing team and be involved with planning with the farm manager. This role requires proven experience with calf rearing and an ability to work with staff. The role is fulltime from late July to early October, and then hours reducing until all the calves are weaned in mid December. 2.      Assistant calf rearer. – this person will be physically capable and help with the peak of calving. No experience needed. The role is from 1st August to late September. Please state which...

Primarily looking after small drystock farm in lieu of rent 10-12hrs /week Other paid work maybe availiable on large nearby dairyfarm , relief milking, calf rearing ,fencing Could suit semi retired person text 0274916707

Calf Rearer [Carterton/Wairarapa] We’re looking for a dedicated and reliable Calf Rearer to join our dairy team on our farm in Carterton. Start date mid July 2026 About the role: You’ll be responsible for the daily care and rearing of calves from 3 of our farms, ensuring they’re healthy, well-fed, and thriving. Tasks include feeding, cleaning, health monitoring, record keeping, and helping with general work for them as needed. You would be rearing Dairy Heifer replacement calves, Beef x Calves and Friesian bull calves. the person we are looking for will: Be experienced with calf rearing or livestock husbandry (training can be provided for the right person) Have A genuine care for animal welfare and attention to detail Have A deep respect of Health and Safety Have the Ability to work independently and as part of a small, supportive team Be Reliabile, have a good attitude, and a great team mindset Be Drug free We offer: Competitive pay based...

We are seeking two (2) Dairy Farm Assistants with at least 6 months' dairy farm experience to work on a 650 and 700-cow farm in the Okaihau and Kerikeri area, milking through a 40 and 35 Aside Herringbone sheds. 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 40 and a maximum of 40. 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 13 days on, 3 days off throughout the year. Salary ranges from $65,400 - $66,300 per annum, depending on experience. Candidates are...

Kerr Dairies – Taieri Plains, Otago Kerr Dairies is seeking a motivated and reliable team member to join our dairy farming and contracting business. This role offers genuine variety, combining dairy farming with contracting work throughout the year. We are looking for someone who enjoys being busy, takes pride in their work, and wants to be part of a team that values honesty, reliability, and getting the job done properly. About Us We operate a progressive dairy farm on the Taieri Plains alongside a growing contracting business. We believe in looking after our people, our animals, our equipment, and our customers. The Role Your duties may include: Milking within a rostered milking system Animal health and welfare Feeding and pasture management Calving and mating support Tractor operation Loader work General farm maintenance Fencing and repairs Feeding out and silage operations Seasonal contracting work Machinery maintenance and cleaning The role...

We are looking to employ an enthusiastic experienced individual to join our team. You will join the 3 others on the cow Dairy as Herd Manager. We are split calving 900 cows on flat terrain with the addition of inshed feeders, covered feed pad, mixer wagon and have recently signed up to halter for milkers and dry stock. We do our own machinery work like planting, spraying, fertiliser and silage. Ideally the candidate will have experience in driving tractors.  You will be encouraged to take responsibility in your role and assist fellow employees with general farm duties. You will have proven experience in Dairy Farming and have an understanding of pastoral farm systems. Strong communication skills and ability to show initiative are required to work in a team environment. Key responsibilities will include ensuring cows and young stock are fed as per their grazing plan, maintaining sound animal health and general farm maintenance. Some Duties involve: Managing plant and...

Applicants must be residing in NZ . Please can you provide a CV with your application . There is a need in our farm system for a capable experienced relief milker (as there is a need for several over the enterprise). We are looking for a person who does not need to travel too far . The farms are approximately 10kms from Te Awamutu and Cambridge. This is a drive in position. Preference will be given to someone who has a proven record of stockmanship and likes working with cows. We need an experienced ,capable person so this will give senior staff time off themselves.

We have a position available for an Agricultural Machinery Operator on a dairy farm in South Taranaki and potentially other farms in the same region This is a permanent, full-time role on a dairy farming operation running approximately 1100 cows. The successful applicant will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of farm machinery and equipment, supporting pasture and feed management, and assisting with the day-to-day running of the farming operation. Your range of duties will include: Operating and maintaining tractors, loaders and other agricultural machinery and farm vehicles safely and efficiently, operating farm equipment for feeding out, silage preparation, effluent management, cultivation and general farm work, assisting with pasture management and feed distribution, setting up, monitoring and maintaining irrigation equipment, assisting with fencing repairs and the upkeep of farm infrastructure and equipment, supporting livestock...

We have a position available for an experienced Farm Equipment Technician on a dairy farm in South Taranaki and potentially other farms in the same region. This is a permanent, full-time role on a dairy farming operation running approximately 1100 cows through a rotary milking system. The successful applicant will be responsible for the maintenance, servicing, fault diagnosis and repair of farm machinery, equipment and mechanical systems to ensure the efficient operation of the farming business. The role also includes the operation of agricultural machinery and assisting with general farm duties when required. Your range of duties will include: Diagnosing mechanical faults in farm machinery, equipment and farm infrastructure, Carrying out preventative maintenance, servicing and repairs on tractors, agricultural machinery, farm vehicles and associated equipment, Inspecting machinery and equipment to identify wear, damage and operational issues, Replacing and repairing...

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 are looking for a experienced herd manager to join us for the coming season. You must have one year or more NZ dairy farm experience. Jobs include all basic farm work and some responsibilities around animal health, milk quality, pasture management, tractor work, farm maintenance etc. You must be reliable and smoke/ drug free with a valid driver license. salary package based on applicant capabilities. Few accommodation options available on farm to suit your requirements.

We are taking expressions of interest for an assistant Manager/ Manager position.  1400 cows TAD, leading a team of 6 staff.  Must be experienced and confident leading teams. Excellent tractor skills.  Large herd experience ideal  Cows have collars , experience with Allflex also ideal. Thorough commitment to health and safety. Can do attitude. 

Looking for the right person to promote a new farming App. Need to understand cows, feeding & pasture. The App is simple and easy to sell. Training with good support provided. Work any hours you like. Commission based. Must be currently based in New Zealand connected to the NZ Farming Community. Email expression of interest to [email protected] 

Milk Harvester – South Taranaki We are looking for a reliable Milk Harvester to join our team in South Taranaki. The role is split between two rotary dairy sheds and includes milking duties along with general day-to-day farm tasks. Experience is preferred but a good attitude, reliability, and willingness to learn are just as important. What we offer: Hourly pay, or salary depending on candidate and preference. Flexible roster options Modern rotary sheds Supportive team environment Duties include: Milking and shed operation Animal health observations Shed cleaning and maintenance General farm tasks as required (if the candidate just wants to do milking's and hourly rate, this can also be discussed). Applicants must be reliable, able to work early starts, and have the right to work in New Zealand. We are an accredited business as well.  For more information or to apply, please get in touch.

We have an opportunity for a casual staff member to help us on our two farms over the calving and mating period (July-Dec). We have two dairy farms both running 300 cows located 10mins North of Morrinsville. The role will mainly involve milking and some small duties either side of milking like collecting cows or cleaning up. The hours will be roughly 20-30hrs per week and are to help during the days staff are rostered off, you will most likely be working directly with the farm owner. This position doesn't have any accommodation, so is a drive in role. Wages will be an hourly rate reflective of experience.  Please email contact details with some background or provide a CV. Thanks  

We are a large scale Dairy farm in the North Waikato and require a Mobile Plant Operator The most important attributes we are looking for is someone with a positive attitude, a willingness to learn, is punctual and enjoys working in a multi cultural team environment. Must have Tractor Driving and Heavy Machinery operation experience The normal roster is 6 days on and 2 off but through the calving period it is 6 days on and 1 off.  Requirements : Current CV with recent work references. Cover letter with skills and experiences Must be eligible to work in New Zealand and must be present in New Zealand.  About the Role This position covers a wide range of Stock feeding out, Farm development & maintenance work, including: Tractor operation with the following Machinery and Implements : Massey Ferguson tractor 140hp Strautman Mixer Wagon 2401 Sam Feedout wagon Sam Fert spreader JCB loader Hitachi digger 12T Forklift Tractor...

We are a large scale Dairy farm in the North Waikato and require a Mobile Plant Operator The most important attributes we are looking for is someone with a positive attitude, a willingness to learn, is punctual and enjoys working in a multi cultural team environment. Must have Tractor Driving and Heavy Machinery operation experience The normal roster is 6 days on and 2 off but through the calving period it is 6 days on and 1 off.  Requirements : Current CV with recent work references. Cover letter with skills and experiences Must be eligible to work in New Zealand and must be present in New Zealand.  About the Role This position covers a wide range of Stock feeding out, Farm development & maintenance work, including: Tractor operation with the following Machinery and Implements : Massey Ferguson tractor 140hp Strautman Mixer Wagon 2401 Sam Feedout wagon Sam Fert spreader JCB loader Hitachi digger 12T Forklift Tractor...

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...

126hectares dairy platform 52hectare runoff 360 cows peak milked with potential to grow to 400. 170,000kgMS steady state milk production Role requires experienced dairy farmer who is NZ resident. Must be: Able to use technology Competent communicator Have pasture management capability Have a desire to learn Be a team player Enjoy working with Cows