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This would suit someone who has some experience and is looking to progress and take on more responsibility. The job requires: Milking independently (training provided) High standards in hygiene and maintenance of the milking shed Identification and treatment of animal health issues (training provided) Tractor/Loader driving and feeding out to goats and cows (heifer grazers) Responsibility for setting up and shifting fences for heifer grazers Calm and respectful handling of livestock Working well with others in a team environment Honesty and reliability We can offer: Good work/life balance; 4 days on, 1 day off, 6 days on, 3 days off (every 2nd weekend) roster 45 hours/week Close proximity to neighbouring towns On farm training and some Primary ITO (goat specific) Near new facilities to work in

We are looking for someone to milk, and do basic essential farm jobs milking am and pm daily with every second weekend off for either 2 or 3 days. Or possibly Monday to Friday work with weekends off This is a DRIVE IN position. Located in Waihou 10 minutes from Morrinsville, 5 minutes from Te Aroha. 26 Aside Herringbone with in shed meal feeders. Quiet Cows. Farm work/extra hours available if required. Potential for weekdays only, we can be flexible to suit applicant.

We are looking for a keen, reliable and honest person to join our team, located 25 minutes from Rotorua in Waikite Valley. The job entails working alongside the long term sharemilker on a family farm with 4 other team members in the day to day running and improving of a 390 ha dairy farm. The farm currently calves 1200 cows in spring through a 60 bail rotary cowshed with automatic cup removers, teat wand, auto drafting and cowmanger.  The successful applicant will need to be a good team player and eligible to work in New Zealand. An ability to ride a 2 wheel motorcycle is also essential.  Also a current driver’s licence and a can do attitude.  Please provide at least two references along side your cv.  Housing is provided and will depend on the size of your family. Salary package is negotiable depending on experience and skill set.

Wairarapa Moana Incorporation is an innovative and progressive farming business and an equal opportunities employer. Our vision and values are to nurture our people, place and future. Our portfolio includes a large, dairy farming operation covering over 5,500ha in the Mangakino district. We are seeking a motivated Farm Assistant to join our team immediately.  Experience in dairy farming and animal management skills preferred.  We are seeking a motivated Permanent PART TIME Farm Assistant to join our team immediately.  Experience in dairy farming and animal management skills preferred. DRIVE IN ROLE. This role will involve milking, operating farm machinery, animal husbandry, farm maintenance and pasture management. Applicants must have previous experience, a positive attitude and willingness to learn.  Minimum guaranteed hours per week are 44. If you believe that you have the skills, knowledge and experience to be successful in this role, forward your CV and...

Must currently reside in New Zealand!  Do not apply otherwise. A highly motivated individual is required to join our team as a Farm Assistant.  530 cow farm, working with farm owner and 2 others. Key responsibilities: Managing fencing and weed control Identifying and treating sick cows Setting fence breaks Shifting and feeding cows Milking twice daily with other employees The ideal candidate will be responsible, hardworking and physically fit.  Can pass a pre-employment drug test and has a clear criminal record.  At least 6 months experience in NZ with farm machinery, tractor, feed out wagon, motorbikes etc. Must be able to identify health issues with stock e.g. mastitis/sore feet. Must have shed hygiene knowledge. Immediate Start

2 Herd Managers – Dairy Farm (Tirau, Waikato) STZ Farming Limited is seeking a motivated Herd Managers to join our progressive dairy farming business located near Tirau, Waikato. Our System 4 farm milks approximately 650 cows through a 40-aside herringbone shed on 200 hectares. We use modern equipment, well-established farm systems, and are committed to high standards of animal welfare and farm performance. About the Role The Herd Manager will work alongside the contractor and be responsible for managing one herd and one side of the farm. The successful applicant must be capable of carrying out day-to-day farm operations with minimal supervision and assisting with the efficient operation of the farm. Key Responsibilities Milking and dairy shed operations Animal health monitoring and livestock care Calving assistance and calf rearing Feeding and pasture management Tractor and farm machinery operation Farm maintenance and fencing Farm record...

Seeking a fulltime Herd Manager / Farm Assistant. Kopua farm is central to Te Awamutu, Otorohanga, and Pirongia. Situated on a no exit road with minimal traffic. This role would suit someone who has dairy farming experience and can bring a steady, positive presence to complement our young energetic team. The successful applicant will have complete support from the farm manager and owners to help them be successful in the role and progress further within the diary industry. This position will provide opportunity to progress as the business owners own and operate several farms in the Waikato and King Country.   Accommodation provided in the form of a cozy 3 bedroom home with small office/4th room, wood burning fireplace , heat pump and brand new kitchen. Kopua Farm is 280ha of mainly flat land which is a pastoral based system 2 dairy unit, Calving 940 cows. Milking through a 50 bale herringbone shed. Milking once a day for young stock early and the whole heard...

800 Autumn  calving farm 50 bail  New Zealand farm  Experience essential : Must be living in NZ  I will not reply to people living outside of New Zealand Milking, tractor driving, fencing, weed control and water maintenance and getting cows in on 2 and 4 wheel motorbikes. We offer a safe working environment and with 4 dairy farms all linking each other we have internal promotions available. We have great managers on each farm that enjoy training and helping each other. Must be tidy, house proud and be able to provide reference's. A pre employment drug test and a police check. Must be living in New Zealand     

Assistant Farm manager: will be  Good with grass and allocation to cows, knows how to calculate feed requirements. Embraces technology we use Halter and auto drafting. Enjoys everything Dairy farming. Knows how to find mastitis, treat lame cows and is tidy and well organized.  Enjoys sharing knowledge, open to listening to your team mates. Maintains eclectic fences  and can repair and erect new fences. Good with tractors, feeding out using a wagon and bale feeders knows how to use a grease gun. Can fix water toughs find leaks put in new water lines. Farm: One of four that all join to each other. 780 Autumn calving cows changing to spring calving with calving 200 this August.  50 bail rotary, halter , auto drafting and  cow wrangler for lame cows, self mixing teat spray, half peat flats  and half gentle rolling clay hills. Well laned, good machinery and motor bikes. We offer safe working conditions, everyone to have pre employment drug and police checks with...

Person required to assist with humanely removing horn buds (using local anesthetic) from calves 4 - 12 days old, lifting and cleaning of crates as required. Monday to Friday - hours vary between 7.30am - 5.30pm depending on bookings but around 40 hours per week. Fixed term contract for late July to early September. Must be physically fit. Central Waikato Area close to Hamilton / Cambridge. Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.

Looking for a supportive team this season? We're looking for a motivated Dairy Farm Assistant with at least one full season's experience to join our team. If you're reliable, use your initiative, communicate well, take pride in your home and workplace, and love working outdoors with animals, we'd love to hear from you! Why join us? We're proud of the team and culture we've built. We run an organised farm where everyone works hard, supports each other and enjoys coming to work. There are plenty of 5.30am smiles in the shed, and some mornings the radio isn't the only singing you'll hear over the sound of the milking plant. We've been on this farm for over 15 years and provide a supportive environment where people can learn, grow and enjoy what they do. We believe happy staff make a great team, and we work hard to create a workplace where people feel valued and respected. Whether you're looking to build your dairy career or you're already experienced and...

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

Start ASAP... You must already be in NZ. We’re looking for someone experienced, confident, reliable and honest. You will work in a small team of four, including the Farm Manager, Farm Assistant. casual staff, and the owners. The 550 cow, Spring calving Dairy Farm consists of a 195ha milking platform and a 36ASHB with in-shed feeding. Located 2mins from Te Kauwhata. Excellent employment package, including good remuneration, education opportunities, a tidy one bedroom house, and a 9:2/7:3 roster with 6:1 over calving. If you’re a keen motocross rider we have a track on the farm, or if you enjoy horse riding you’re welcome to have your horse on farm and utilise the arena!! We look forward to seeing your CV! Email; [email protected]

We are seeking a motivated and reliable farm worker to step into a Farm Assistant role. Experience is preferred but not required. The business operates 11 farms in the Morrinsville/Te Aroha area, and this role offers the opportunity to work across different farms as needed. 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, and recording births/transfers in NAIT shed cleaning and setup, identifying sick cows, alerting managers, and logging treatments in LIC Setting fences general farm duties and maintaining accurate herd records Weekly hours are a minimum of 30 and a maximum of 42. Since farm work is dependent on a number of unknown factors like weather and animals, should you work beyond the agreed maximum hours in a fortnightly pay period, you will be paid at the agreed overtime rate for each additional hour...

Wairarapa Moana Incorporation is an innovative and progressive farming business whose vision and values are to nurture their people, place and future. Its portfolio includes a large, dairy farming operation covering over 5,500ha in the Mangakino district. We are seeking motivated and experienced calf rearers for this coming calving season (July - October). Senior and Junior Calf Rearer Positions  Animal health and welfare is a big part of this role so our  ideal candidates would need to demonstrate care, patience and attention to detail to ensure our young stock get the best start possible. The position is drive-in only . We have casual and fixed term contracts available. Great attitude, willness to work hard and work in with a team. If you believe that you have the skills, knowledge and experience to be successful in this role please forward your CV and Cover Letter to our contact person. Please note: Wairarapa Moana Incorporation conduct pre-employment drug...