57 contract milker jobs found

We are looking for a progressing 50/50 Sharemilker or experienced Contract milker for our 127 ha Golden Bay dairy farm.   We would encourage a keen couple who wish to progress and grow their equity.  The dairy shed is a 28-bale rotary with ACR’s and auto teat-sprayer.   The 350 cows are wintered on the farm on the attached 40 ha runoff and the dairy.   The heifers are grazed off farm (shared cost). Typical on farm staff – sharemilker labour plus 1 full time staff member. The herd is a high BW Jersey herd – and is available for purchase at valuation.   The herd is to stay with the farm at the end of the agreement (sold back at valuation). The farm is less than 10 minutes from Collingwood, with the school bus (primary and secondary) at the gate.  The position would suit an enthusiastic couple with the desire to progress in the industry. All applications and enquiries are to be strictly via email only through our Farmwise consultant Brent Boyce -...

We have a position available for a Contract Milker /Lower Order Sharemilker for the 2027/28 season.  The farm is located at Maheno, approximately 15 minutes south of Oamaru.  Milking 850 cows. This 227ha farm is easy rolling contour. It has reliable irrigation and has both pivot and k line irrigation.   While the dairy shed is smaller, it will have automatic drafting (Allflex), in shed feeding and automatic cup removers. A brand new 4 bedroom managers home, is currently being built on farm and will be ready for the successful applicant.   There are a further two staff homes on farm. Candidates must be all-rounders with capable pasture management skills, good animal health ability (including proficiency with MINDA), and competent managing staff. We are looking for someone who is passionate about dairy farming, takes pride in their work and has the ability to manage the day-to-day operation of the farm to a high standard. Fonterra Supply Must be a New Zealand...

Contract Milker Opportunity – Milton, South Otago An excellent opportunity is available for an experienced Contract Milker to take sole charge of a high-performing dairy operation near Milton, South Otago. This is a well-established, tidy and centrally raced property with a strong history of production. The farm owners are looking for capable operators with proven pasture and herd management skills who are comfortable managing a large-scale dairy business and leading the farm team. The Farm 327 ha effective milking platform Friesian/Crossbred herd 900 peak herd size Average production of approximately 445,000 kgMS over the past three seasons Pasture-based system with strategic supplementary feeding, supporting performance of around 500 kgMS/cow 60-bale DeLaval rotary dairy In-shed feeding, herd collars and automatic drafting Centrally raced and very well maintained Nearby support block used for silage and young stock A portion of the herd is wintered...

Tarewa Farms Ltd | Aria, King Country At Tarewa Farms, we don't mind whether you're a Farm Manager or a Contract Milker. We're far more interested in who you are than how you're paid. As our business continues to invest in our land, our people, and technology, we're looking for an exceptional farming professional who wants to lead a high-performing dairy operation and be part of a business focused on achieving true potential. The Farm 470 effective grass hectares 170ha milking hills 300ha flats 1,400 Jersey-cross cows transitioning to an all-Jersey herd 350,000-400,000kgMS production 60-bale rotary dairy with automatic cup removers Excellent water system and race network Two calf-rearing sheds Five-bedroom main house plus five additional staff houses Significant capital investment programme underway, resulting in continual improvements in pasture growth, infrastructure, and farm productivity Halter technology...

Contract for well developed 345 cow dairy farm. 30 bale automated herringbone,  cup removers, autodraft etc. Farm irrigated centerpivot + k line.  In shed feeding system.  Dairy support adjacent to the dairy farm, operated by the owner.  Farm will be 3rd year into halter, getting good results with repro etc. Cowshed - Solar + Battery.  Power not in contract. Farm owners engaged and proactive with a good network of clients across the south island for growth and development of people. Profit share will be in top of contract to share high payouts with contract milker. Suitable applicated must have New Zealand residency.  Management experience is essential. 

250 cows  29 H/B System 2-3 farm  South taranaki . The successful Contract Milker ·      Knows how to get the best out of grass alongside excellent supplement management. ·      Will have an eye for detail and maintain high standards of stock management. ·      Leads by example, working alongside their team and communicates effectively with all stakeholders ·      Takes pride in their surroundings ·      Is passionate about the dairy industry and being involved in the community. ·      Will have an understanding and ability to work with our industry’s compliance and environmental requirements.

A fantastic opportunity is available to join a well-established, flat coastal dairy farm featuring excellent infrastructure and improvements. You will be employed by the Taranaki Community Rugby Trust (growing community Rugby in Taranaki through farming), supported by a respected committee and an experienced farm supervisor.   In this role, you will oversee and work alongside 1.5 additional labour units. This position offers an exceptional pathway for growth and advancement within the dairy industry. The applicants should be experienced in pasture management, supplement feeding and staff supervision.

🐄 Farm description:  Having completed its first season under Dairy Holdings ownership, Mowata 2 has been successfully operated as a managed farm and is now transitioning to a Contract Milker model. This presents an exciting opportunity for a skilled dairy farmer to take the next step and play a key role in the farm's ongoing development and success.   If you are a motivated, high-performing Contract Milker looking to advance your career on a proven farm with a proven system, we encourage you to apply.   🚀 Ready for your next challenge? We’re seeking a driven Contract Milker to join our team for the 2027/28 season.    Opportunity to own your own stock while contract milking   Ability to grow your livestock numbers and equity at your own speed   Ability to progress from contact milking to share milking on the same farm?   Do you want a farm owner that cares about your safety, your health, your...

🐄 Farm description:  Dairy Holdings is seeking an enthusiastic and driven Contract Milker for Corner Dairy Farm, a newly developed dairy conversion entering its first season. This is a rare opportunity to play a key role in establishing a new farming operation from the ground up.    We are seeking a motivated and driven Contract Milker with strong leadership skills, a passion for dairy farming, and a commitment to maintaining high standards across all aspects of the operation.   🚀 Ready for your next challenge? We’re seeking a driven Contract Milker to join our team for the 2027/28 season.    Opportunity to own your own stock while contract milking   Ability to grow your livestock numbers and equity at your own speed   Ability to progress from contact milking to share milking on the same farm?   Do you want a farm owner that cares about your safety, your health, your family and your development?...

We are looking for a motivated farmer to run our 150ha dairy farm on the Ruawai Flats as a Contract Milker or Lower Order Sharemilker. A great candidate will be someone who treats the farm and the animals like their own, with a desire to continually improve. With farm owners living off farm, you will be able to stamp your mark on the business. Attracting the right candidate is important to us, so we are flexible in how the Contract or Lower Order agreement is structured alongside supporting your development towards what you want to achieve in this great industry. We run a primarily grass based system, on a centrally raced 150ha property with a nearby 89ha runoff that rears the youngstock alongside some dairy beef and provides silage for the dairy platform. Two quality houses are provided and the township of Ruawai has all you need, as well as being on the doorstep of the best snapper fishing harbour in NZ! Our existing Lower Order Sharemilker is moving closer to their home...

Farm Details: 450 freasian/kiwi cross cows, producing 570KgMs with the aim of increasing production Farm is located 10mins from Invercargill, with a total farm area of 147Ha. It is a very tidy farm with good quality lanes and no long walks. The dairy shed is 40 aside herringbone shed with cup removers, in shed feeding, walk over teat spray and auto drafting.  There are excellent calf sheds all close to the dairy shed and a woodchip calving pad. Cows have All-flex collars. The soils have good fertility with significant regrassing the last 4 years.   Cows are wintered off farm at a grazer.  Accomodation: Main house: Four-bedroom, two storey house plus office and double garage, the house has heat pumps and wood burner.  The 2ic house is a three-bedroom cottage, with a garage. the house has heat pumps and wood burner.  Both houses are in excellent condition, are regularly maintained and insulated.  Applicant: We are seeking a very motivated contract milker,...

We are seeking a very experienced contract milker s or at 20 years experience in the industry to achieve good production while taking excellent care of my cows and the farm. The farm is 140ha and will carry around that 390 cows previously milked 348 with 126000 (kg/ms) with cross breed cows.  Spring calving system 3.   The ideal candidates will be experienced and have proven pasture management skills.  Good communication is essential.   Sharemilkers costs: Labour, shed detergents, rubber inflation's, claw tubes, power and own motorbike fuel.   Equipment needed: Bikes including 4 wheeler.  Nap sack sprayer Chainsaw Small tools including fencing gear Electric fence tester.  

My client offers an awesome opportunity 10kms from Otorohanga. It is a well-developed, flat to rolling fertile farm with 50 bale internal dairy, two homes and excellent infrastructure. The farm is 160 ha effective and will carry around 440 cows. Previous production has averaged around 152,000 kg ms. The farm is run as a system 3 farm with spring calving. The farm has wearables and in shed feeding. You’ll work with the farm owner to operate the farm in an efficient way that will aim to farm profitably and sustainably. The challenge in this job is running a fertile farm, optimising cow nutrition and production. The reward will be supportive farm owner, in an excellent location with good facilities. The ideal candidates will be experienced, have proven modern pasture management skills and be a good communicator.

640  cows   I Coastal Taranaki (Opunake) Average Production 285,000 Kg Milk solids ( 445 Kg MS/cow) Modern Systems.  Strong Support.  Career Growth Are you an experienced dairy leader looking for your next challenge on a high-performing, large-scale operation? An exciting opportunity is available for a capable Contract Milker  to lead the day-to-day performance of a 640 cow dairy unit in the Taranaki  region.  Starting On 1st of June 2027, this role offers the chance to join a progressive dairy business with strong systems, modern infrastructure, and genuine long-term career opportunities. Operating a modern 80-bale rotary dairy with Allflex SenceHub Collars technology, you'll work closely with Farm owner and farm advisor  while taking responsibility for the daily management of the farm and team.  With another large-scale dairy unit nearby, there is excellent scope for future growth and progression within the wider business. Key Responsibilities...

CONTRACT MILKER WANTED Morton Mains – Southland An exciting opportunity is available for an experienced, motivated and reliable Contract Milker to take on the day-to-day running of a dairy farm in the Morton Mains area, approximately 25km from Invercargill. The Farm 150ha dairy platform. Milking up to 450 cows. 30-aside herringbone cowshed. Commencement date: 1 June 2027. Accommodation Three-bedroom home with separate office with double garage Separate single-man's quarters also available. The Opportunity We are looking for someone who is passionate about dairy farming, takes pride in their work and has the ability to manage the day-to-day operation of the farm to a high standard. The ideal applicant will have: Proven dairy farming experience. Good stockmanship and pasture management skills. A strong work ethic and practical, hands-on approach. The ability to manage staff and farm resources effectively....

Great location - just 5 mins to Te Awamutu and great tidy farm. Milking 250 jersey cows through a 20 ashb, system 2, on 100ha of flat-rolling contour. The average production is 85,000kgMS. We are seeking a Contract Milker with a passion for the industry and keen to progress in their farming career, to achieve good production while taking excellent care of the cows and the farm. Having proven excellent animal health, pasture management and all general on farm skills are a must along with having excellent communication skills and a desire to have a well presented farm. Costs - labour, motorbikes & fuel, power, shed detergents. Equipment needed - bikes, including a 4 wheeler, knapsack sprayer, chainsaw, small tools including fencing gear, electric fence tester. No dogs.  If you believe our position could fit your career goals and you have excellent recent references, we are keen to hear from you.  Please apply online including your referees details.  A pre-contract...

Contract Milker 1090 Cows | 424 ha effective | Fonterra Supply | Start 1 June 2027 Ranginui Limited Partnership is seeking an experienced Contract Milker to join our Miraka-supplying dairy operation from 1 June 2027 . Ranginui is an iwi-owned farming business within a wider cluster including dairy, drystock and forestry. The farm has averaged 401,000 kgMS over the past three seasons. Located 45 minutes from Tokoroa and approximately one hour from Taupō , this role offers scale, strong support and long-term opportunity within a professionally governed farming business. The Farm 1090 cows, targeting 401,000 kgMS, over 424 effective hectares 54-bale rotary shed with in-shed feeding Fonterra supply #78201 Replacements run off-farm Team structure: Contract Milker plus 4 staff Five on-farm houses available The Role You will be responsible for the day-to-day performance of the farm, including: Pasture and feed management...

Cows & Production: 800 Kiwi-cross cows at peak, producing 425,000 + KgMS. Farm Details: Total farm area is 271 ha of which 242 ha is the effective milking platform with excess land used on the shoulders of the season to extend the round length. Dairy Shed - 44 bail rotary with cup removers, auto teat dip and in shed meal feeding. There is a woodchip calving pad close to the milking shed for spring. Cows are wintered off farm in Mossburn and are feed daily by the contract milker's team. Shared accommodation is available in the area. The dairy farm is well located with very fertile soils on the Lorne Dacre Highway, 15 minutes from Invercargill. Accommodation: Main House: Three bedrooms plus office and garage. 2IC House: Four bedroom with garage. Third House: Two Bedroom plus office and garage. Fourth House: Three bedroom house plus garage. All houses are regularly maintained, are insulated to industry standards & have either heat pumps or fires for...

The Opportunity We are seeking a motivated Contract Milker to take the reins of our 260-cow dairy operation. This is a System 4–5 farm focused on animal performance. This position features a 24-ASHB shed featuring cup removers, in-shed feeding,  The System You will be operating a feeding regime consisting of a Maize, PKE, and DDG blend, supplemented by grass silage . Performance is tracked via weekly milk monitoring and direct reporting from our farm nutritionist, therefore requiring a contract milker who values data and can execute feed plans. Key Responsibilities • Stock Management: Full oversight of calving, mating, and high-standard animal husbandry to reduce incidents of mastitis and lameness and ensuring cows maintain an adequate body condition score.  • Feed & Pasture: Daily pasture allocation, setting rotation lengths, and managing supplements in alignment with owner and nutritionist guidance. • Calf Rearing: Quality-focused rearing of replacement...

We are seeking a motivated dairy farmer who is keen to progress their career in a supportive environment on a well-established farm using Halter technology.   Situated 3 Km's from Helensville township the 155ha farm of flat to rolling contour is milking 410 cows at peak through a 44 bale Rotary with in-shed feeding, and a 410 cow feedpad and calving pad. Technology is widely utilised to monitor systems and increase efficiency, including Halter collars, ACR's, Protrack Drafting and SmartWater system. On target for this season production of 175,000 kg/ms.  Owners living on farm and manage the calf-rearing, crops and runoff.   Helensville has a primary and secondary school as well as a several sports clubs, supermarket and essential services. Multiple beaches within 30 minutes drive, mountain bike parks, harbour and beach fishing options make the lifestyle here very appealing! Current Contract milker is leaving the industry and happy to provide a reference for farm...