41 relief milker jobs found

We are seeking a reliable, motivated, and experienced Relief Milker to join our team.  We pride ourselves on running an efficient, high-standard operation with modern systems, a positive working environment, and a team that genuinely looks out for one another. Key Responsibilities Milking Operations: Carry out morning and/or afternoon milkings efficiently while maintaining exceptional milk quality and hygiene standards. Shed Management: Prepare the cowshed before milking and ensure the plant, yards, and equipment are thoroughly washed down and maintained afterward. Stock Management: Safely and calmly bring cows to and from the shed. Animal Welfare: Monitor herd health during milking, identifying and reporting any issues like lameness or mastitis immediately. Health & Safety: Adhere to all farm safety protocols and maintain a clean, tidy workspace. What We Are Looking For At least 6 months of experience milking on a...

This is a drive in position, to cover days off - We’re looking for an experienced, capable person  This is a hands-on role with a bit of everything – full-time calf rearing through spring, plus relief milking and tractor work across the season to cover days off The setup: – 300 cow farm (38 aside herringbone) – relief milking, feeding calves, feeding out The role: – Relief milking to cover rostered days off – Feeding out and general farm jobs – Tractor work (cultivating, etc.) What we’re after: – Competent milker in herringbone sheds – Comfortable on tractors and general machinery – Good time management – able to plan your day and get through the work – Easy to work with, respectful, and good with people —Proven experience with calf rearing (confident running it solo)

Calving Season Relief Milker (Fixed-Term) Join Our Team We are looking for a reliable and motivated Calving Season Relief Milker to join our team on a modern 600-cow spring-calving dairy farm in the Manawatū. This is a fixed-term position to provide additional support during the busy calving season. The role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with livestock, takes pride in producing quality work, and wants flexible employment within a supportive team environment. Whether you're an experienced relief milker or looking to further your dairy farming career, we'd love to hear from you. About the Role This position is fixed-term for the duration of the calving season, with an anticipated finish at the end of November 2026 (or by agreement), when seasonal staffing requirements reduce. You will work alongside an experienced team, helping ensure the farm continues to operate efficiently during our busiest time of the year. Key...

Enthusiastic Calf Rear & relief milker Needed for 900 cows! Calf rearer/ relief milker – 2026 / 27 Season Beautiful farm Great Team  Keen to be part of something rewarding ?  We’re looking for a motivated calf rearer to join us for the 2026/27 season on our farm where culture, performance, and people genuinely matter. We’re a supportive, positive team who enjoy the work we do and look out for each other — but we’re also serious about farming well. We have high expectations when it comes to animal health and having high attention to detail in the calf shed. If you take pride in doing a job properly and want to keep lifting your standards, you’ll fit right in. What you can expect: A fun, respectful, and well-organised work environment Clear systems and expectations Supportive employers who value good communication Opportunities for extra work within the business A farm set-up with a focus on efficiency and best practice with amazing...

We are looking for a relief milker over our busy period August - February Start Date: August through February Hours: Minimum 30 hours per week Pay Rate: $28–$30 per hour, depending on experienced. Weekend work required Milking cows efficiently and in accordance with farm procedures Maintain high standards of animal health and welfare Identifying and reporting any health or production concerns Cleaning and maintaining milking shed and equipment Assist with feeding, stock movement and general farm duties as required We have a strict drug-free policy and value professionalism and safety. Please apply with a CV and 2 references

We are looking for a reliable Relief Milker to join our team from November 2026 until the end of the 2026/27 dairy season. The successful applicant will cover milking shifts while permanent staff are on annual leave, attending training, or carrying out other essential farm duties. The role includes milking cows, preparing and cleaning the milking shed and equipment, bringing cows to and from the milking shed, monitoring animal health and welfare, maintaining high standards of milk quality and hygiene, and carrying out general dairy farm duties as required. Requirements Physically fit and capable of carrying out manual farm work. Reliable, punctual, and able to work independently or as part of a team. Willing to work early mornings, weekends, and public holidays on a roster. Committed to maintaining high standards of animal welfare, milk quality, hygiene, and health and safety. Able to work outdoors in all weather conditions. Good communication skills and a...

We are looking for a reliable and motivated relief milker/farm hand to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working with animals, takes pride in their work and is happy to help wherever needed on the farm. Previous dairy experience is preferred. Key responsibilities: Milking cows efficiently while maintaining high milk quality standards Bring cows to and from the shed  Assisting with animal health and general stock work  Keeping the shed clean  General farm maintenance, weed control and other farm tasks  What we are looking for: Honest and reliable  Able to work independently and as part of a team Good communication skills  A strong work ethic and positive attitude Accommodation may be available for the right applicant.

We are looking for 3 relief milkers to support our Spring calving season for Dairy 3 Job description Morning and afternoon milking. Milking cows efficiently and hygienically (morning and afternoon shifts). Start times are 3:30am and 1.30pm daily. Setting up and operating milking machinery Cleaning and sanitizing the milking shed and equipment. Assists in efficient and hygienic milking routine.  Monitoring animal health and reporting any issues Following farm procedures and health & safety guidelines Applicants must have one season experience (at least 3 months on a commercial New Zealand dairy farm) Applicants must be able to pass a random drug test and have clear police history Applicants must be physically fit Applicants must be able for in-person interview Applicants must provide updated cv and reference from previous employment

Calf Rearer & Relief Milker Smithill Limited – Southland Smithill Limited is a progressive family-owned dairy farming business operating four dairy farms and support blocks in Southland. We milk approximately 2,100 cows and pride ourselves on strong animal welfare, good systems, supportive teams, and providing opportunities for people to develop within the dairy industry. We are seeking a reliable and motivated Calf Rearer & Relief Milker to join our team for the upcoming calving season, with the potential for ongoing work for the right person. About the role This is a hands on position that combines calf rearing, relief milking, and general farm support. You'll work alongside experienced farm managers and be involved in all aspects of caring for our youngest stock while helping support farm operations during our busiest time of year. This could involve stock work at grazing properties and potentially the role could extend to be permanent for the right...

Machine operator  such as tractors, feed out equipment, fencing gear.  Relief milk when required. Carry on maintenance etc. Must be drug and Vape/ smoke free. No pets.

We are looking for 2 staff members to Join us from calving season onwards. Your main job is to feed new born calves, prepare calf pens, shift calves as required. Give some basic remady or treatment if needed.  Approx 450 calves to rear. There is possibility of some relief milking work for you if you are willing to do it. Some working with animals experience preferred but not necessary. Working hours per week ranging from 30 to 50 with hourly rate from $24 to $30 depending on your capabilties. Shared accommodation available on farm, on a agreed weekly charge.

We are looking for a reliable relief milker to join our team on a permanent basis. The role includes: *Every second weekend milking *Additional weekday milkings available if wanted *Opportunity for tractor work on our neighboring runoff, making this an ideal role for someone wanting extra hours  Dairy Farm: 60 Bale Rotary In-Shed Feed Cup-Removers Pro-track Allflex collars 2-Person Shed - always supported by a full-time staff member 700 cows split into two mobs (400/300)   Milking times: Morning 5:00am - 7:30am Afternoon: 2:30pm - 5:00pm  Runoff: The runoff is 200ha. This work would involve topping, mowing baleage and moving baleage to crop paddocks. *We are located on Gladfield Road, 10 min from Otautau and 5min from Drummond. *No accommodation is available. This is a drive-in position *Start date is flexible, ideally August onwards.  To apply: If this sounds like the role for you, please send your CV to...

Looking for a relief Milker 5mins from Otorohanga,  30 aside herringbone  cups on 530am and 3pm  5 days a fortnight including 1 weekend, dates flexible but will need to be fixed for rosters.  $30/hr start 30th July 

Relief Milker near Morrinsville. 280 cows through a 24ashb. Milkings are easy they just take a bit of time. We really need you every 2nd weekend but plenty of extra work available between July and Christmas. Please get in touch 

Hi there,  We are looking for a reliable relief milker/farm assistant to help on our dairy farm located 20km from Palmerston North.  No accommodation is available, so this is a drive in position.  Duties may include milking, feeding out, shifting dry stock, farm maintenance, and other general duties as required.  Some dairy experience preferred, as you will be required to milk alone. Herringbone shed.  The role will be around 20 to 30 hours per week, and are happy to discuss and negotiate days and hours with the right person.  Please touch base if you’re interested! 

Looking for a permanent farm assistant/Relief milker.  This is a drive-in position with no accommodation available. Working with Sharemilkers and 2ic will be at a minimum 3 days a week covering at least one weekend of Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Calf Rearer / Relief Milker Location:   Colyton (10 minutes from Feilding), Manawatu About the Farm We are a progressive 530-cow dairy farm based in Colyton, just 10 minutes from Feilding. We run efficient systems with a strong focus on animal welfare, team culture, and getting the basics right during the busy calving period. The Role We are looking for a reliable and motivated person to join our team in a   Calf Rearer / Relief Milker   role. This position is ideal for someone wanting solid work through calving, with ongoing relief milking opportunities afterward. Key Dates & Work Structure Calving Period (20 July – 20 September): Primary role:   Calf rearing (Monday to Friday) Optional weekend work available (or cover will be arranged if preferred) Some   relief milking duties , mainly: Assisting with getting fresh cows through the shed Helping new heifers learn the milking routine Supporting the team during peak workload...

We are looking for a drive in Calf Rearer/Relief milker for this current season 2026, from July til September with possible on-going work with Relief Milking throughout the year. Must have good experience in calf rearing, 1 farm has 200 and the 2nd farm has 260 spring calving cows. A good hourly rate offered depending on experience, must have reference and live in New Zealand in our area, we are not an accredited employer. Please do not text as you will not get a response, please email your C V or Phone.

Relief dairy milker needed - great location and community We are seeking a reliable and experienced sole charge relief milker. New cow shed on 18 aside herringbone. Milking 200 kiwi x. Location is an hour north of Auckland and minutes to thriving local townships (Warkworth, Matakana, Snells beach). We are offering regular work with competitive hourly rates and a supportive working environment. Hours/days are flexible.

We're on the hunt for a motivated and reliable Calf Rearer to join our team from 20 July 2026 through to Mid/End September there can be further work for the rest of the season relief milking for the right person. We are located just 5 minutes from Palmerston North.  NO accommodation availabe We are NOT credited employers (New Zealand applicants only) Roster Can be flexible and also Hours somewhat flexable for the right canditate Previous years hours have been (these do fluctuate throughout calving) 5.00am - 8.30am  1.30pm - 2.30pm (Helping with colostrums) 3.30pm -5pm  We rear approximately 160 replacement heifer calves from birth through to weaning. This role could be a lead calf rearer or a junior calf rearer dependent on experience you will have support from experienced staff members.     Our calf system is straightforward and well set up: - All calves receive Gold colostrum as their first feed via tube feeding. (Including...