9 jobs found in northland region

To assist the owner milking 260 split calving cows,maintaining farm ,and machinery,weed control,fence repairs,we are a small herd system 3 going to 3 in 4 milkings after mating ,so sleep in every second day,location is kokopu 10 mins out off Whangarei,would suit a older man or young couple with out kids as house availible is just a 2 bedroom  one,not employer accredited sorry.

Dairy Farm Assistant / Milker – Taipuha, Northland About the Role We are seeking a reliable, community-minded Dairy Farm Assistant to join our team on a great property in Taipuha . This position offers an exceptional work-life balance with a stable 30 to 35 hours per week and a structured roster ensuring regular, predictable days off so you can plan your life outside the farm. We milk 260 cows at peak this season on a system that utilizes Halter smart collars. The role is focused primarily on milking operations, with a schedule that changes to match the natural flow of the season: Now until Christmas: Milking twice a day (TAD). After Christmas: Moving to a relaxed once-a-day (OAD) milking schedule, freeing up your afternoons. Key Responsibilities Consistent, efficient, and hygienic milking. Gentle animal handling and identifying basic stock health issues. Utilizing the Halter system app for basic herd movement and monitoring....

Seeking a experienced, honest and reliable Relief Milker, that has excellent stock skills and management.   50 bale rotary shed. Milking 600 cows.  Drive in position, 20 mins west from Kamo. This roll has the opportunity to develop into a farm assistant position for the right candidate. NZ applications only please 

Dairy Farm assistant required for a 550 cow farm in up north. Duties include, but not restricted to assisting in milking, maintaining milking plant hygiene, calving and, learning to be proactive with animal health, weed spraying, operating and maintaining farm machinery, general farm work and other duties as required. Needs to have good communication skills, health and safety conscious, physically fit . Must be hard working, honest, reliable work attendance and excellent time management. Drug test may be required and the applicant must have no criminal record. NO SMOKING on farm and in house no pet allowed. Training will be provided for the qualified applicant. Hourly Rate $25 per hour to 27 per hour MIN 30 to 35 hours per week. No experience needed or level 4 qualifications. 

FIXED-TERM FARM ASSISTANT – ACC COVER We arelooking for a reliable and capable person to join our team on a fixed-term basis, covering for a staff member who is currently off work on ACC. Farm consists of contract milker, relief staff and working along side farm owners on a daily basis TAD   350-cow dairy farm Kaiwaka We Are looking for someone who is confident around cows, reliable, has a good work ethic and can get stuck into all aspects of day-to-day dairy farming. The role will include: • Milking • Animal health and stock work • Feeding and shifting cows • Break fencing and pasture management • General farm duties and maintenance • Keeping the shed and farm tidy • Working as part of the team to keep the farm running smoothly What we’re looking for: • Previous dairy farming experience preferred • Confident handling cows • Reliable and punctual • Good attitude and work ethic • Able to work independently when required •...

Contract Milker Opportunity Northland College Farm, Kaikohe Are you a motivated Contract Milker or senior Farm Manager looking for a unique farming opportunity in Northland? Northland College Farm is seeking a Contract Milker to run their dairy unit. Located just outside Kaikohe township, this well-established dairy farm milks 340 cows and has a production target of 105,000 kgMS for the 2026/27 season. The successful applicant(s) will work closely with the NC Farm Management/Governance Committee, made up of eight experienced and successful Northland farmers and rural professionals who oversee the farm on behalf of the College. This role offers valuable guidance, mentorship, and support from the Committee while also providing a unique opportunity to contribute to the future of agriculture education in Northland. The Farm ● 186 effective hectares. ● 340...

50/50 SHAREMILKING OPPORTUNITY – Whangarei, Northland An outstanding opportunity awaits a motivated Sharemilker to take the next step and build a strong partnership with supportive farm owners on a well-established Puhipuhi dairy farm. This high performing dairy operation is on productive flat soils, with a proven autumn calving system. A 600kgMS/day winter milk contract and excellent infrastructure underpin the strong profitability of the established farm system. The Farm Owners are prepared to assist the successful Sharemilker with the transition to autumn calving and are open to either a full autumn-calving or split-calving system, provided the winter milk contract is achieved. Mentoring, livestock and financial support may be available for the right candidate. The Farm 165 effective ha Up to 480 cows, with either full autumn-calving or split-calving considered. Stocking rate is based on Jersey cows; proposed herd numbers will need to...

Milking - Assist in efficient and hygienic milking routine.   Follow procedure to produce high quality milk. Animals - Assist in safe handling of animals, report any health and welfare issues as per farm policy.   Assist with moving and handling animals safely and observe and report on wellbeing of all classes of stock.      Feed - Set break fences and feeds out as directed.   Assist with pasture and crop weed control and learn about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops.   Environment - Understand how dairy effluent systems operate and how effluent affects the on-farm environment and be aware of regional council requirements and their responsibilities to comply with these.   People - Work well with others, building a strong team culture.   Develop an understanding of what makes a good farm team, and how their actions affect the wider team.   Machine, vehicles, and technology - Safely use and maintain vehicles on farm as directed by on farm...

We are sharemilkers who require a energetic, self driven individual for the below position.  We have a job for an experienced farm worker (2+ years) for a Herd Manager position on a farm in the Poroti in Whangarei. Milking - Manage efficient and hygienic milking routine.  Follow procedure to produce high quality milk.  Animals - Manage safe handling of animals, report any health and welfare issues as per farm policy.  Manage the moving and handling animals safely and observe and report on wellbeing of all classes of stock.      Feed - Set break fences and feeds out as directed.  Manage pasture and crop weed control and learn about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops.   Environment - Manage dairy effluent systems operate and how effluent affects the on-farm environment and be aware of regional council requirements and their responsibilities to comply with these.   People - Manage and work well with others, building a strong team culture.  Develop an...