19 jobs found in manawatū whanganui region

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.

MS FARMING LTD is looking for 3 experienced herd managers to join us on a Permanent - Full Time role   Minimum 1 year of experience in farms  Hygiene must be of a high standard (clean and tidy) You will be required to drive Tractor or willing to learn You may be able to ride a 2-wheeler  or willing to learn You may be required to work in rotating shifts/ roaster  You will be required to performing following duties: You must have one year or more NZ dairy farm experience. Jobs include all basic farm work and some responsibilities around animal health, milk quality, pasture management, tractor work, farm maintenance etc. Managing daily milking operations and milk quality standards. Monitoring animal health, treatment, and welfare. Coordinating feeding, grazing, and nutrition programmes. Assisting with breeding, mating, and calving activities. Maintaining herd and production records. Supervising and training farm staff. Operating and maintaining farm machinery...

Farm manager wanted for self contained 310 cow dairy unit. 5 on 2 off shared with one existing full time assistant with additional help through calving. 2 bedroom reno'd cottage on farm. quality and uncapped production bonuses 

Calf Rearer and relief milker for this coming season.  Have a tiny/single persons accommodation available on site, 10minutes from Dannevirke. Please contact Michelle on 0272173166 or email [email protected]  

OB Group has four Dairy farms, three at Sandtoft Bulls where these roles will be based, just 15 minutes from Marton in the Rangitikei region. Each Farm milks between 800-1000 Friesian X cows at peak through 60 bail Rotary sheds and has 4 staff. These are well-resourced farming businesses set on flat to rolling sand country with excellent laneways and pivot irrigators across the properties. THE OPPORTUNITY… We require experienced farm staff to add to the experienced Farm teams in all aspects of the day-to-day operation of the dairy farm. You may be at 2IC level, or close to stepping into Shed or Herd manager for this farm role. Experience is great, but the right attitude to farm work is a must i.e. for the right person we can support getting them up to speed. All applicants must be NZ citizens and physically in New Zealand or have the appropriate current Visa to work in NZ. A BIT ABOUT YOU… To be successful in this role you will have a good understanding of the...

Looking for Assistant Farm Manager/2IC  atleast 3 years of experience in dairy farming mechanical minded Animal Health Record Keeping

Assist in Am and Pm milkings and farm work has required. Dairy farming experience preferred.  Must have NZ Residency or valid working visa. Requires own transport and current drivers license. 

We have a vacancy for a honest & reliable farm assistant on a 450 cow farm. 12 minutes from Feilding and 25 minutes from Palmerston North. Duties would include Milking and general farm duties. A minimum of one year’s recent dairy farm experience in New Zealand required. Must pass a pre employment drug test. Drivers license required. 1 bedroom accommodation is available would suit a single person. 

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 milk 600 cows through a 3 year old 54 bale rotary shed, located 2 minutes from Palmerston North town boundary We require someone for July - October to help out over the busy Spring time period! There is accommodation available for the right candidate. We are after someone who is passionate about farming and who is keen to learn more about the industry. You may be required to undertake and be involved in general farming duties including milking, feeding calves, dairy hygiene, animal health, feeding out and general maintenance. You must be honest and reliable, and have excellent time management skills. Our team is made up of 3 full time and 2 part time Staff. Rostered time off can be flexible. Any experience level will be considered, and wage will be based on experience. We are NOT credited employers. Only apply if you are in New Zealand.

ACCREDITED EMPLOYER - Looking for enthusiastic team members to join our team. A willingness to learn on the job and show initiative is a must. Live in, 3 bedroom, shared accommodation is available. Heated with wood fire, fully furnished, $150 per week. A well presented farm, mainly flat contour with some grazable sidelines - 60 bale rotary cowshed, ACRs, protrak, Halter. An ability to drive 2 wheelers, 4 wheelers, side by side and tractors necessary.  Spring calving. Successful applicants needs to be confident with all areas of day to day operations on the farm, be confident to ask questions if unsure, be reliable and drug free. Some formal farming studies and or experience on NZ farms preferrable. Experience with Halter or technologies a bonus.  Due to the remote area of the farm, a car license is necessary.

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...

To rear healthy calves to weaning weights with a high standard of hygiene followed at all times.

We are looking to fill 3 dairy farm assistant roles on our farm with immediate job starting.  Job includes basic farm work such as milking, cleaning, setup fences, livestock movement, weed control, ride 2 and 4 wheeler and any other day to day duties. No experience needed, you must be reliable, punctual and honest attitude. Training will be provided on farm. You must be drug, smoke free and have a full driving license. 40- 50 working hours per week with $24 to $30 an hour, depending on your capabilities. On farm shared accommodation available at an agreed cost or market rate.

Short-Term Calf Rearer Role We are looking for a Calf Rearer to join our team from 20 July . We calve approximately 560 cows , and the role will run from late July through to September/October. Key details: Approximately 6 hours per day during the peak calving period. Hours will reduce to around 4 hours per day from late August/September. Ability to work 7 days per week is required. Main duties include feeding and caring for calves, maintaining calf sheds, and monitoring calf health. At times, assistance will be needed to collect calves from paddocks . Previous calf-rearing experience is preferred, but a positive attitude, reliability, and a willingness to learn are essential.

Releif milker required for the 26/27 due to current reliever unable to continue on.  350 cows, Inshed feeding, alflex collars and automatic drafting. Flat to rolling country.  The relief milker will be required for 3-4 days a week from the 1st of September until the 31st of May 2027.  Accommodation can be provided at $250 pw, deducted from wages (power and internet included) 3 bedroom warm home, new carpet, garage and a fully fenced section. Farm is located in ohakune, friendly quiet cows. No experience needed, and extra work can be available during calving and busy periods.  This is fixed term only for one season. No over seas applicants please. 

We are looking for a reliable  and motivated person to join our team milking 330 cows in a 30 aside herringbone shed. The farm is situated approximately 15km from Palmerston North. The farm is flat and productive. We are looking for someone with a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn. Daily Duties would include but not limited to: Milking and Animal Health Shed Hygiene and General Maintenance  Fencing - Permanent and Temporary Calving Cows and Feeding Calves Tractor work If you love working with animals and want to be part of a hard working team then we would love to hear from you. please attach your CV Must have a NZ drivers license and be Drug Free Must be in NZ

Description : We are seeking a farm assistant to join our team, which currently consists of 1.5 staff members, to assist with a herd of 300 cows in a 30-aside herringbone shed. The responsibilities for this position include herding cows, milking, fence setup, and weed spraying. Experience with tractor operation, quad bikes, or two-wheelers would be beneficial. Requirements: Candidates should possess a strong affinity for animals and demonstrate excellent stockmanship. Suitable candidates will be able to demonstrate two or more years experience on an industrial dairy operation, doing similar work, or be able to demonstrate a relevant formal qualification at Level 4 or higher on the New Zealand Qualifications and Credentials Framework (NZQCF). Must be legally able to work in New Zealand. Hours: Hours range from  30 to 50 hours per week (depending on seasonal demand), with approximately 50 hours the most common weekly amount. The position will include a roster with...

126hectares dairy platform 52hectare runoff 360 cows peak milked with potential to grow to 400. 170,000kgMS steady state milk production Role requires experienced dairy farmer who is NZ resident. Must be: Able to use technology Competent communicator Have pasture management capability Have a desire to learn Be a team player Enjoy working with Cows