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Looking for a manager or someone who wants to step up. The owners are not on farm so you have to be a motivated and an independent worker . As well as paperwork and compliance , you will need to understand the shed, Animal health and pasture management. We are organic and regen so lots of pre planning and open mindedness needed . We have Halter , 30 aside herringbone with auto cups. We have 250 beef as well. plus a large area of fences, races, water to maintain which is possible as we are oad.  We aim for a lifestyle balance with only every second or third weekend having to milk. 3 /4 bedroom house, 12 mins from Paparoa and Maungatoroto and our beach and small fishing boat . Our 2ic is experienced and hard working and knows the farm well. Only apply if you have NZ experience and PR (we aren't accredited)

We are seeking a reliable and capable Casual Relief Milker to help out on dairy farm located on Matauri Bay Road. Cups on 7:30 am - OAD milking all season. Spring calving. Always working alongside Share Milker or Manager. We are looking for someone who can step in to cover staff days off, holidays, and busy periods. This role is perfect for someone looking for flexible hours, extra income, or a way to stay involved in the dairy industry without committing to a full-time roster. What We Are Looking For Experience: Previous milking experience is essential Reliability: You must turn up and be punctual Transport: You must have your own reliable vehicle to get to the farm. Attitude: A calm demeanour around stock and a good work ethic. What We Offer Competitive Pay: Good remuneration, and we also contribute to travel. Flexibility: A casual arrangement that works around your existing commitments. Great Environment:...

Douglas Farms is seeking a motivated and committed Farm Assistant to join our progressive dairy operation based in Kaitaia. This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a supportive, well-established team focused on high standards of animal care, farm performance, and workplace culture. Our farm milks 2,200 cows across two adjoining farms — a 54-bale and a 70- bale rotary sheds. The proposed start date is from 24th August 2026 , however flexibility is available for the right applicant. Roster The role operates on a triple rotation roster: 7 days on / 2 days off (Monday, Tuesday) 7 days on / 2 days off (Wednesday, Thursday) 7 days on / 3 days off (Friday, Saturday & Sunday Accommodation A well maintained 2 bedroom unit is available. The Role Reporting directly to the Farm Manager, you will work alongside a capable and collaborative team assisting with the day-to-day operations of the farm. Responsibilities will...

Dairy Farm Assistant - Join a well-resourced dairy farming business in the Mangakahia Valley Mid North Farms is looking for an experienced Dairy Farm Assistant to join our team on a well-established dairy farm approximately 10 minutes from Kaikohe. The farm is approximately 250ha, with a mix of flat, rolling and steeper terrain. We milk approximately 580 cows through a 72-bale rotary, with automatic cup removers, in-shed feeding, Halter and automatic drafting. The role Working as part of an experienced team, your responsibilities will include: ·         Assisting with milking ·         Calf rearing ·         Stock handling and tagging ·         General farm maintenance ·         Operating tractors and bikes ·         Working safely across varied terrain We’re looking for someone who: ·         Has previous dairy farm assistant experience ·         Has good stock sense and a strong commitment to safety ·         Is...

Experienced 2IC | Full Autumn Calving | Winter Milk We are looking for an experienced 2IC to join a well-run 370ha effective dairy farm, milking a Friesian herd and producing approximately 290,000kgMS. This is a full autumn-calving, winter-milk operation with no spring calving, operating a System 4 farming system. We are situated at Matauri Bay in Northland. The farm is part of an integrated farming business comprising 5 dairy platforms, and a beef finishing unit, dairy support unit and purpose-built calf rearing facility.   The farm offers: ·         Modern 54-bale rotary – 5 years old ·         Halter system with automatic drafting ·         Herd homes ·         Quality late-model machinery ·         Well-maintained infrastructure ·         Young stock grazed off farm ·         Excellent support systems We’re looking for someone who: ·         Has proven 2IC, Assistant Manager or equivalent dairy farming experience...

We are looking for an experienced 2ic who can competently drive a tractor on hills, (dairy platform is mostly flat/rolling) feed out, efficiently milk and is able to carry out general farm maintenance. We are an organic, regenerative farm also with 200 head of beef. Organic experience is not necessary but would be an advantage .Animal health and pasture management are priorities . Halter is being installed so experience with that would be useful as is experience with minda and dairy dairy . The job comes with a 2/3 bedroom barn/house . We pay power and Internet too . We are 12 mins from town with own beach and small boat available to use . PLEASE do not apply if you aren't in New Zealand or don't have a work visa 

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic farm assistant to join our dairy farming team. We are a family owned and operated dairy farm, located in Ruawai, Northland. We operate a spring calving, 580 cow, system 3 dairy unit across 230 hectares, targeting 215,000kg/ms, alongside a support block which accommodates our youngstock. We take pride in our animals, our environment and our team. The role of farm assistant will require you to be milking twice a day, assisting with milk quality and animal health, assisting with feeding animals and pasture utilisation, assisting with dairy shed hygiene and general farm work. We use the DairyNZ farm assistant profile as a job description. You must work well within a team, be willing to learn and have great communication skills. You will be required to complete formal farm training, such as Primary ITO if you have not done so previously. You must be able to understand technology and be able to utilise it in your work. You must...

We are looking for someone to join our 550-winter milking property in Okaihau 15 minutes from Kerikeri. We are searching for someone who is wanting to progress in the dairy industry. Currently we have 8 Filipinos, and 5 kiwi part time staff spread over 3 farms, we are searching for someone who has clear spoken English and is also fluent in Tagalog. The aim of this role is to progress into team leadership where on farm staff would have clear guidance and direction of what is needed to be achieved on farm. This would suit someone that can lead by example, can communicate well with others, and have the ability to grow into the roll over 12 months, as the business grows to 2000+ cows through four dairy sheds. Initially you will be milking through a 40 ashb, on rolling contour, a centrally located cowshed and a feed pad. This farm has no calving, and Allflex collars for heat detection and drafting, with a current strong team. What we are looking for. Someone who...

Two experienced Farm Assistants required. We are sharemilkers who require a couple of energetic, self driven individuals for the below position.  480 cow farm milking OAD 240 morning, 240 afternoon through a 30 aside herringbone shed.  Newly renovated 3 bedroom home available as shared accommodation. We encourage applicants to apply with the below experience.  Knowledge in day to day dairy farming routine. Knowledge in animal health.  Able to drive and operate tractors and implements safely. 

Dairy Farm position to help thru the next 4 months. 150 cows, Must have experience milking be fit and Healthy, to help owners. Feeding calves and farming duties that are applicable to this time of the year.