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Craigmore Dairy – Drive-In Farm Assistant Location: Tauwhare, Waikato About Us: Craigmore Dairy is a high-performing System 5 operation committed to excellence in animal health, pasture management, and sustainable farming. We’re recruiting a Drive-In Farm Assistant to join our team for next season. The Role: As our Drive-In Farm Assistant, you’ll support daily farm operations under the direction of our Farm Manager and 2ic. You’ll work 12/2 off, helping to ensure smooth milking, animal welfare, and maintenance tasks. Key Responsibilities: Milking in our herringbone cowshed with in-shed feeding Herd-health tasks: monitoring animal health during milking and on-farm. Shed and yard cleaning, wash-down, basic equipment maintenance Pasture maintenance: fence repairs, water-pipe checks, weeds etc Assist with effluent management, General farm assistant duties Your Skills & Experience:...

relief milker am/pm that can help with general farm duties, preferably tractor and feed out wagon skills this is a drive in position only. i will guarantee at least 2 weeks of work for now, likely longer $30 per hour - by the books, no cash in hand. call me on 0273756142

We are progressive contract milkers who have just signed up an additional job-right next to our current farm. we are on the hunt for someone who is currently a herd manager or 2IC and is wanting to take on their first managers job,you will be well supported by us and 1 farm assistant. this position could also suit a working couple. you must have at least 2 recent references. Ideally  3 or more years experience,and hold a current drivers license. Accommodation is an older but warm and tidy 3 bedroom home, healthy home compliant with free standing log burner and heat pump and also a dvs ventilation system. good schooling options with school bus at gate. 360 Fresian cows are spring calved starting 15/7and are milked through an older but efficient 30ashb with in shed feeding system and auto cup removers. rolling to flat farm,130ha eff 2 tractors supplied-1cab,1 rops. brand new Sam feed out wagon. bale feeder  approx 80-120 bales fed per year  6 ha maize...

We have a unique opportunity available. A job like no other - the perks of farming without the milking *Stock *Pasture *Machinery For family reasons one of our current dairy support managers is moving on. We are a progressive family farming group in the South Waikato, with three dairy farms and three dairy support/drystock blocks. This role manages our 120ha drystock farm (alongside a couple of 27ha and 5ha support blocks) that stocks primarily our mating bulls and beef. - Management of stock movement, meet stock growth and weight targets - Feed budgeting and management - Animal health management - Calf rearing (may be available for a partner if this is not your strength) - Health and Safety - Farm maintenance and weeds - Reporting and recording of stock data - Work independently managing your time and workload Your role will also include some involvement in supporting the dairy farms with the following - Fencing and farm maintenance - Tractor work, ground work and...

Herd Managers required.  Milking 370 cows through a 30 bale herringbone. You must have 1 year experience.  Your role includes taking responsiblity for daily tasks such as running of the dairy and feeding. You will complete tasks with minimal supervision.  You will look for opportunies to work more effectively and efficiently to improve the business. Milking : Understands and implements efficient milking practices and keeps the farm dairy hygienic. Records health treatments and solves milk quality Animals : Diagnoses common ailments and treats accordingly. Competent in all aspects of calving and reproduction, e.g. observation, recording and submitted on heat cows Feed : Implements best practice for pasture, crop and supplement management for optimal quality and utilisation. Environment : Understands regulations and management of nutrients, effluent and water and their most efficient use. People : Trains junior employees in simple skills. Developing communication...

We are looking for an experienced Herd Manager for our 1050 cow farm on the edge of Paeroa. We are milking through a 50 bale rotary cowshed with inshed feeding, autodrafting and auto heat detection. The farm is 350 ha of flat contour. We are fully staffed with 5 full time staff on farm.  Our roster is 8 days on and 2 days off.  You will also get an opportunity to start at varying times of the morning. We are focused on keeping staff happy and sharing the load. The successful herd manager will have the following attributes: You will be self motivated and able to think for yourself. You will be driven to suceed it your work and like to see results. You will understand and take responsiblities for daily tasks such as running of the dairy, managing your herd, feeding.  You will be capable of completing tasks with minimal supervision and can supervise and train junior staff.  You will look for opportunities to work more effectively and efficiently to improve the...

We are looking for an honest, reliable, easy going and energetic person to work alongside myself and casual staff. The job includes milking and all other usual tasks of a dairy farm.  At least one year experience is preferred but most important is a positive attitude towards work and learning new things. The farm is 150 hectares, we peak milk 420 cows through a 30 aside herringbone shed.Contour is part flat part rolling. Located in the Reporoa area is a 35 min drive from Taupo and 40 from Rotorua. There is very good accomodation and a very competitive salary for the right candidate. We take pride on looking after the staff by limiting the maximum hours of work and offering reasonable time off plus providing training opportunities and a good working environment. We have NO TOLERANCE for drugs use or alcohol abuse. If you think you are a good fit for this job you can apply by sending your CV and Covering letter to the following email address: [email protected]

Keen to grow your dairy career? We’re looking for a motivated, team-focused Farm Assistant with a positive attitude and a genuine drive to learn and progress in the industry. Join a supportive team on a well-run 750-cow farm near Hamilton, with great infrastructure and modern tech like Halter and Protrack. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand (employer is not accredited), drug-free, and able to supply a current CV with references. To apply for this position please click on this link:   Farm Assistant -Taupiri (750 cows)

Grasslands is now going into their 4th season in the  Waikato, and we have a fantastic opportunity for a Herd Manager/ Senior Farm Assistant to join our team.  The farm is 350 effective hectares of predominately flat to rolling contour, with a few steeper sidling’s, milking 1000 cross bred, spring calving cows through an 80-bail modern rotary cowshed.  The model is pastured based, the shed has in shed feeding facilities and the farm is equipped with all modern machinery required to run the property effectively. The farm is situated 20 mins drive from the township of Tokoroa which offers a wide range of facilities and shopping options together with several schooling options.  Rotorua, Tauranga and Taupo are all within an hour’s drive of the farm. This is a great opportunity for a person looking for a role that offers them an opportunity to grow their farming career within a reputable organization. So, what are we looking for?   We are looking for a Herd...

We are looking for three Dairy Farm Assistants on a 1,450-cow farm located in Aria, milking through a 60 Bail Rotary shed. Experience is preferred but not required for this role. 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 50. 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 applicable overtime rate for each additional hour worked.  The schedule may vary; Roster will follow a double rotation of 6 days on 1 day off, followed by 5 days on 2 days off for the rest of the year. Salary is up...

We are seeking three experienced farm workers (12+ months’) for Herd Manager roles on a 1,450-cow farm located in the Aria area, milking through a 60 Bail Rotary 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 (feed mgt), - fencing, weed control, - calving, calf rearing, - shed maintenance & preparation, - tractor operation for feeding out, baling, mowing and silage - monitoring, recording and maintaining animal health - and other general farm duties. Weekly hours are a minimum of 40 and a maximum of 50. 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 applicable overtime rate for each additional hour worked.   The schedule may vary; Roster will follow a double rotation of 6...

Herd Managers required.  Milking 700 cows through a 50 bale rotary. One 2 bed house available and one single room portacom accommodation available. You must have 2 years experience.  Your role includes taking responsiblity for daily tasks such as running of the dairy and feeding. You will complete tasks with minimal supervision.  You will look for opportunies to work more effectively and efficiently to improve the business. Milking : Understands and implements efficient milking practices and keeps the farm dairy hygienic. Records health treatments and solves milk quality Animals : Diagnoses common ailments and treats accordingly. Competent in all aspects of calving and reproduction, e.g. observation, recording and submitted on heat cows Feed : Implements best practice for pasture, crop and supplement management for optimal quality and utilisation. Environment : Understands regulations and management of nutrients, effluent and water and their most efficient use....

We require a person to join our team milking 550 cows, 10 mins south of Otorohanga.    The ideal candidate will : Have a minimum of 2 years of previous dairy farming experience with references Be honest, reliable and hard working Be drug free and be happy to undergo random drug testing for H & S purposes Be capable of running a shed independently from the end of mating to cover time off Be able to identify and treat animal health issues without supervision Be able to work independently and a member of a team Have a clean criminal record. We undertake police checks.   JOB DESCRIPTION: MILKING Manages milk harvesting to optimise quality, efficiency and yield, monitoring milk dockets to help troubleshoot issues. ANIMALS Implements and monitors the animal health plan, and records and reports on this. Diagnoses and treats all animal health issues and demonstrates best practice in the areas of animal handling, health and welfare....

We are seeking to appoint an additional Farm Assistant to work in a 4 person team milking 750 cows at Tahuna, 20kms north of Morrinsville. We are flexible in that the position would equally suit someone who has either 2 - 3 years experience, or equally a person who has some knowledge of dairy farming but may have limited experience so far. Milking duties will be on a roster and in a 54 bail rotary with full automation. 

2ic/heard manager -400 cows  Assistant manager (2IC) /Heard manager to join us for the 2025/2026 season . located 15 minutes from Hamilton ,13 minutes from Morrinsville   , with system 3-4 farm milking 400 cows threw 40  ashb .  Farm is 127ha effective flat to easy rolling contour located in Waikato . You will be working closely along side with the Contract milkier  and be involved in all aspects of the day to day running of the farm including milking ,animal  health , pasture management , rearing calves , feeding out , effluent management ,repair and maintenance fences . Minimum of 30 hours per week . Must be honest ,trust worthy and reliable . Remuneration range  from    $29--$32 per hour . Candidates must have Nz driving licence,  1 year experience  or relevant agricultural qualification.

Start 1st June This position offers room to climb the ladder within the farm and would suit an individual that is determined to make it in the dairy industry. The successful person will have complete support from the Farm Manager and will be encouraged to undergo training both on farm and off so that they may further their career. They will also need to have a passion for farming, be supportive of farm policies, be team focused, have good communication skills and show excellent work ethic. This is a progressive role which allows the successful applicant to gain experience in all aspects of farming including Pasture Management, Effluent Management, Health and Safety, Shed hygiene and Animal Health. These roles are shared between the team with more responsibility given when the person is ready. To apply please email your C.V. with references and a cover letter. Drug test on appointment. Kopua Farm is a 280ha pastoral based dairy unit calving 900 cows. Milking through a 50 bale...

Herd Manager required to assist with the following duties, milking 500 cows twice a day through a rotary shed. You would be required to have at least 1 years work experience on a commercial dairy farm. Your tasks include, milking, identifying mastitis, treating mastitis and recording all animal health issues. Setting up temporary fencing, feeding calves and general farm maintenance. Good Health and Safety practice. Pasture management, Tractor driving. Single Accommodation A minimum of 30 hours but averaging 50 hour weeks Absolutely no house or yard pets You must have a clear criminal record. You will be drug tested.

We are seeking an energetic and capable individual to run our mostly in shed calf rearing programme. We calve 985 cows and have good shedding and systems. You will be well trained and well supported, with most of the paddock mobs being fed and sorted by other staff members. This role requires a person who is systematic, has an eye for detail and can handle the very physical aspects of the job. Having patience with new calves and a passion for hygene is big parts of the role. If you want to come and join a great bunch of people in a positive work environment go on and apply. Please note we can only accept applications from those eligible to work in NZ.

we are looking for someone full time over calving from mid July to End September and then from there solo charge relief milking will be available on every weekend. We are milking 180 cows through 18 aside HB cowshed near Te Poi, Matamata.

We are looking for a Herd Manager to join our team.  We milk 520 cows in a Herringbone shed.  The job involves understanding and taking responsibility for daily tasks such as running of the dairy, effluent management and feeding.  You will need to be able to complete tasks with minimal supervision and can supervise and train other staff.  You will be expected to look for opportunities to work more efficiently and effectively to improve the business.  You will need to be able to keep accurate records, gather information on farm that will influence feeding decisions and understand feed budget concepts.  You will be involved in milking, feeding the stock, assisting with calves, tractor driving, cowshed hygiene and other day to day farm duties.  No drugs or smoking allowed on our farm.  The successful applicant must pass a drug test and police check if requested.