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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:...

All duties associated with running a year round milking operation as per the dairynz farm assistant job description. Milking 400-500 cows through a 30ashb. 6 months dairy farm experience required. Must have drivers licence and complete pre employment drug testing aswell as random drug testing. 1 bedroom self contained cabin available for rent.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and reliable person to help milk our 600-cow farm. The herd is milked on a modern 60 bale rotary which sits central on a predominately flat 210ha farm. The main duties involved will be milking and the odd general day to day jobs.  

Come and work with a great team. We look after our people. You will have plenty of opportunities to learn and up- skill your knowledge. We will ensure you enjoy farming and also have a work and life balance. Roster is 5x2 all year round. You must have or be able to: Love for cows. Pasture knowledge. Tractor driver experience. Be able to move effluent. Set up fences. Identify mastitis and lame cows.  Treat sick cows.  Milking cows. Pasture management . Keep high standards of cleaning. Good English. You must be in NZ. minimum of 3 years experience dairy farm experience or working in a similar role WE are a none smoking environment.

Due to our 2IC taking a late season Mangers role, we are looking for a motivated and responsible person to join our team. We are an autumn calving farm milking 450 cows through a 44 bale rotary. We are located in Pukeatua, between Putaruru and Te Awamutu. We have excellent facilities with the 44 bale rotary being a one person shed with inshed feeding, cup removers and auto teat spray. We have a covered 450 cow feedpad and up to date plant & machinery. We utilize cow manager ear tags to assist with mating and cow health. We are looking for a 2IC to work alongside the farm owner to help complete all daily tasks. We have an excellent roster of 4 on 1 off; 7 on 2 off and 6 on 1 off for 5/6 weeks over calving. We have a 4-bedroom house with garage available. Expectations for this roll include: -          To have at least 3 years’ experience -          Competent in the main areas of animal health –Mastitis detection, assisting down cows and...

We have a fixed term position available for someone looking for a unique roll. The position, combines calf rearing, milk harvesting, tractor driving and maintenance work. The successful candidate will be in charge  of rearing 450 calves on the dairy farm, tractor driving/cultivating on the runoff and dairy farm, shifting irrigators and also filling a milk harvester roll on the dairy farm. Experience with tractor driving and calf rearing is preferred. The roll is from 1st August - 1st of March. Alternative work has been arranged previously on  neighboring cropping farms for the potato harvest season. Phone Matt to discuss. 0273306200

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 are looking for a farm assistant to begin in June 2025 on a dairy farm milking 440 cows through a 44 bail rotary shed with ACR, automatic drafting gate, ADF and a feed pad. The farm only spring calves and has pivot irrigation. The farm is situated 5 minutes from Feilding and 12 minutes from Palmerston North. The successful applicant will have a positive attitude and good fitness levels. You will have; - at least 6 months dairy experience or agricultural qualification, be able to ride a two wheel motorbike and drive a tractor - sound knowledge of pasture, feed and animal health, - have an understanding of general farm practices, - be a team-player with a commitment to working safely. A solid work history, clear Police record, and no alcohol/drug abuse issues are essential requirements for the position. Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand. We are not visa accredited. Please apply with a covering letter with your CV (including at least 2-3 references and their...

Is technology your thing?? Then make sure you check the farm profile for details of the Farm  We are after someone who looking to join our young team who is punctual and has a good sense of humor  A person who helps the manager implement the farm policies and has input into the stock feeding with a good understanding and capability of the following Milking Calving Animal Health Irrigation Fencing Pasture management Tractor driving and feeding out Effluent applications  Take Charge when manager is on days off On and off farm training will be supported  Unfortunately, the position is live out at current but might suit someone who currently lives in Rolleston, Lincoln or Leeston all are within 15 mins drive from the farm  Must be willing to do a drug test and have a clean drivers license  Must be eligible to work in NZ and be currently in NZ 2 years' experience preferred 

Hi we are looking for a calf Rearer to Rearer all our calves 

Dairy Farm Assistant We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Dairy Farm Assistant to join our team. The ideal candidate will be passionate about dairy farming, possess a strong work ethic, and be comfortable working with modern farm technology. Responsibilities: *   Assist with all aspects of dairy cow care, including feeding, milking, and health monitoring. *   Operate and maintain a 54-bale rotary milking shed, including cup removers and in-bale teat spray systems. *   Proficiently use halter virtual fencing systems for efficient pasture management. *   Ensure quiet and efficient operation within the milking shed environment. *   Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of farm equipment and facilities. *   Operate and maintain 2-wheelers and 4-wheelers for various farm tasks. *   Adhere to all safety protocols and maintain a safe working environment. *   Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications: *   Previous experience on a dairy farm is required. *...

Sharemilker wanted  For up coming season. 100 winter milk cows 160 spring calving cows. An opportunity has arisen for a share Milker or contract milker (see my other add), to operate a 260 cows farm, 150 ha, 100 cows are winter milk, starting date is open, 1 June. producing around 70,000 kgs, position commencing 25/26 season. applicant needs full Drivers license. The farm is located north of Dargaville northland. Infrastructure includes an 30 aside herringbone shed. Our goal is based on excellent pasture management to maximise production for both parties. The farm owner is looking for applicants who possess the following key attributes: You will have at least  3 years farming experience in  New Zealand with at least 1 year in a similar or farm manager role Display exceptional animal husbandry and pasture management skills Have strong time management skills Have a strong team approach and communicate closely with, Contractors and the farm owners and or consultant, Display...

Rosefield Farm is a high-performing, self-contained dairy farm located in the heart of the Wairarapa. We’re seeking a skilled, motivated Herd Manager to join our team and take a key leadership role in the day-to-day running of our 550-cow Friesian herd. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about animal health and performance, values high standards, and wants to be part of a forward-thinking, supportive farming team that places strong emphasis on education and personal growth. What We Offer: A well-resourced, self-contained operation with modern infrastructure 8 on 2 off, 8 on 3 off roster Supportive, inclusive team environment Ongoing training and career development opportunities Competitive salary and fantastic on-farm accommodation (if required) A farm culture focused on high-quality production, animal welfare, and staff development Key Responsibilities: Day-to-day herd management and animal health...

Hi good day everyone!! I am looking for a calf rearer x2 doing 44hrs a week for 10weeks starting July 27 and end on October 5. We prefer couple on a holiday visa or resident. We won’t hire outside the country. Thank you

Senior Farm assistant needed for 720 cow farm. WE ARE NOT ACCREDITED. Only NZ residents, working holiday visas and NZ citizens will be considered. You would be required to perform most duties involved with dairy farming including but not limited to, milking, bringing cows to the shed, feeding calves, detecting and treating sickness, feeding out, spraying weeds, working in a team and on your own, maintenance, cleaning, and assisting in day to day jobs requested by the 2IC and Manager. Experience on a 2-wheeler is necessary. Technology proficiency would be ideal as the farm is implementing Halter for next season and a drafting system.  Would prefer someone wanting to be trained up to take on more responsibility and wanting to climb up the ladder. With 3 other dairy farms in the group, this is a great opportunity for progression. 

-Ensure the effective operation of all aspect of the milking process, including plant hygiene and SCC to maintain grade free standards. -Assist with calving and calf rearing. should be able to look after newborn calves - Assist with wintering cows in lease block -Operate farm machineries (tractor and implements, feed out, fencing) -maintain and record the farm effluent system according to Farm environment plan -Assist to implement Animal health plan and good understanding of animal welfares -Identify sick cows and treat them -Identify Lame cows and lame trimming -Ensure all relevant farm policy/procedures are understood and adhere to them. -Keep all farm records accurately using apps, software -Assist to Contact Milker for all levels of farming need -General farm maintenances of plant, machinery, and infrastructure. The successful applicant must be, -NZ Citizenship, Residency, or you should have current New Zealand work visa -At least 2 years New...

We are on a hunt for an experienced Assistant Manager/2IC to join our team to start on June 1st. As 2IC you will be working with contract milkers, and be capable of overlooking daily tasks as well as leading 2 other staff in daily operations. We view animal health and wellbeing as being top priority. Applicants must be confident and experienced with tractors and machinery with Full NZ Drivers License   Must work well with a team and able to take lead of daily operations  54 Bale rotary Automatic cup removers Automatic Teat sprayer Autodraft With Feedpad Located in Waianiwa. We will be offering remuneration suitable to experience and qualification. Roster will be 6-1 calving, 6-2 rest of the season. Applicants must be in New Zealand. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted.

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...

We are looking for an applicant that will be working alongside the Contract Milker. This is a permanent full time position. We are contract milkers in Dacre (20mins from Invercargill). 650 cows through 60 bale rotary with in shed feeding. Herd homes for wintering. This role requires standard farm duties including (but not limited to):  - Milk Production - milk harvesting and shed hygiene  - Animal Welfare - including treating of lame cows, mastitis etc - Weed Control  - Fencing  - Effluent management (shifting irrigators etc) - Feeding stock (some tractor work) - Assists with training and guiding farm assistant as required Roster 6:1 over calving, 5:2 rest of the season. Min 30 hours per week. The successful applicant must:  Be honest, reliable, and hard working. Be self motivated, and passionate about the industry and animals. Have a good work ethic. Physically fit and healthy  Able to ride two wheeler and four wheeler Have a criminal free...