37 jobs found in southland

Due to unforeseen circumstances and having two people pull out on us we are on the hunt for another two people to join our small team before the upcoming calving. We are looking for a 2IC and a herd manger or someone with the desire to step into these rolls with training provided. minimum 3 years experience. We have positions available on two separate farms. both farms run a system 4. We are extremely passionate about our stock and strive for the best results both in production and animal health as well as maintaining a general high standard of farm upkeep and tidiness. Both farms milk around 450 Friesian cows through a modern 40 aside herringbone and 50 bail rotary cow sheds. Both farms are well set out with modern infrastructure utilising wintering barns and feed pads. Halter technology is utilised on both farms. roster is 6 on 1 off through calving then 6 on 2 off for the remainder of the season. both farms have 3-bedroom homes. 

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...

Milking - Perform a efficient and hygienic milking routine.  Follow procedure to produce high quality milk.   Animals - perform safe handling of animals, report any health and welfare issues as per farm policy.  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. Pasture and crop weed control and learn about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops.    Environment - aware of 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 - Practice the safe use and maintenance of vehicles on farm as directed by on farm...

Experienced calf rearer required from late July Shared accommodation available 7-8 weeks full time work - 40 hours per week Competitive hourly rate - by negotiation  Potential for relief milking also available 

Winter Grazing Available for 200 cows (or equivalent young stock) for 4-5 weeks from 1st July Kale/Baleage Diet Weekly rate negotiable 

We are looking for a Dairy Farm Assistant to join a 480-cow farm in the Edendale area, milking through a 40-aside herringbone shed. Experience is preferred but not required for this role. You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested and developing including: Milking twice a day shifting cows and feeding  fencing, weed control calving, calf rearing shed cleaning and setup identifying and alerting managers to sick cows Setting fences and other general farm duties. Weekly hours are a minimum of 30 and a maximum of 55. Since farm work is dependent on a number of unknown factors like weather and animals, any hours worked beyond the agreed maximum in a fortnightly pay period will be paid   at the agreed overtime rate. The schedule may vary; Roster will be 10 days on, 3 days off for the rest of the year.  Salary ranges from $74,561 - $83,713 per annum, depending on experience. Candidates are required to...

Experienced Calf Rearer required, 4km North of Gore on Waimea Hwy. Rearing 300 replacements & selling 4 day old beef calves. You would be working with another to help reduce workload for a good work environment. This job starts beginning of Aug and runs until the end of September. Excellent purpose built calf sheds with underground milk line from dairy shed. Understanding of best practice animal health and growing good quality stock a must. Hours will be flexible and negotiable.

Due to unforeseen circumstances we are on the look out for a new farm assistant for the 26/27 season   Please do not apply unless you are eligible to work in New Zealand or fit immigration Nz requirements for an AEWV The Job  the farm is 234 Ha milking 700 cows through a centrally located 54 bail rotary shed with auto cup removers  You would be expected to help with day to day jobs including but not limited to  Milking Break Set up  Fence Repair  Moving stock on crop  Tractor Work (depending on experience) picking up calves and separating mothers Minor Repairs and Maintence  general tidying  spraying weeds  In return we offer remuneration based on experience and two different options on housing whichever you would prefer. Experience is not necessary but a willingness to get stuck in and try is.

Calf Rearing position We are located in Tisbury 5-minute drive from south Invercargill. We will be rearing approximately 250-300 replacement calves with the rest going to bobbies. You will be working alongside an awesome team. Ideally the candidate will have experience calf rearing, a good attitude and the ability to work efficiently unsupervised. We offer excellent facilities and equipment, good team culture and are willing to pay well for the right person. Key Attributes *Attention to detail *Care and respect for the calves *Reliable and honest *Ability to identify sick calves Start date is 1 August 2026 for about 10 weeks This is a drive in position only  If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you. PLEASE ONLY APPLY IF YOU ARE IN NEW ZEALAND 

We are a family-owned farm looking for a new farm assistant . We peak milk 650 cows through a 40 a side herringbone. Position involves milking of cows, driving a tractor, assisting with calving and wintering cows. Applicant must be willing to learn. Minimum hours per week 30 guaranteed. salary negotiable. Applicants must have a criminal free record. we have a strict health and safety policy, candidates may be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. please apply with a current CV and 2 references  Experience preferred.

We are based in Dipton West and are a family owned farm.  Our shed is a herringbone 40 aside and peak milk 650 cows.  We require a dairy farm manager beginning July 2026. You must have proven experience and references required Duties to include: Overseeing Staff, Training Staff, Pasture management Milking, Monitoring milk quality, feed management, shed maintenance & preparation, tractor operating, animal health. Computer skills are a must we use Minda, Cow Manager, and Delpro drafting systems and are introducing Pasture IO.  You will only be considered for this role if you provide a cover letter and CV with references. Applicants must be willing to undergo a drug test.

🐄 Herd Manager – Otatara, Southland We’re seeking a capable and motivated  2IC  to join our progressive sharemilking operation just minutes from Invercargill. 🏡 A brand-new three-bedroom home with garaging is provided for the successful applicant. About the Farm: We milk Peak milk 560 cows through a 38-a-side herringbone shed with ACRs. The farm is right beside the Invercargill Airport and only 3 km from the CBD . We’re moving toward System 4 next season with in-shed feeding completed last May Infrastructure includes two wintering barns (one doubling as a 500-cow feed pad )  About the Role: As 2IC, you’ll work alongside the sharemilkers and be responsible for key day-to-day operations, including: Milking and shed hygiene (plant wash, ACRs, teat spraying) Pasture allocation and grass management Feeding out and tractor operation Effluent system management and maintenance Fencing, weed control, and general farm maintenance...

We require an honest reliable farm assistant to join our team in Southland. Previous experience preferred however a qualification relevant to agriculture may be accepted as a substitute for experience. Duties include but not limited to Milking: Assists with efficent and hygienic milking routine Animals: Assists in safe handling of animals, records, reports and treat, any health issue   Feed: Controls weeds. Sets break fences and feeds out as directed. Environment: Assists with nutrients, effluent and water management People: Works well with others, building a strong team culture Machinery Vehicles and Technology: Safely uses and maintains plant and farm vehicles. Pay rate is $27 - $30 per hour. Minimum of 30 hours per week guaranteed. Applicants must have a criminal free record and current drivers licence. We have a strict health and safety policy and candidates may be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. Please apply with a current CV and...

We require an honest and reliable person to assist with all manner of farming tasks on our family dairy farm located at Edendale, Southland. Milking 480 cows through 40 a side Herringbone shed. Applicant would need to be punctual, reliable with a genuine enthusiasm for working with livestock, machinery and the outdoors. Experience is preferred but not essential but a "can do", hardworking attitude is. Could suit a hardworking beginner, migrant worker or a couple. Opportunity for calf rearing available. Position open to NZ residents and those with eligible visas. Not looking to sponsor visas. Immediate Start.

We are seeking an experienced farm manager to join our team. Our current manager is heading overseas so we are starting our search now. The farm is local to Gore. The farm milks 800 cows through a rotary shed, we run a 5 on 2 off roster. 3 other full timers on farm plus seasonal calf rearer.  We are looking for someone that is motivated, reliable, good communication and can be a good role model to the team.   Previous farm management experience a must.  The role will include making pasture management decisions, management of the cowshed, managing the other staffs day to day, delegating jobs etc working with farm supervisor. Professional development encouraged.  Accomodation is a warm 4 bedroom home, fire, heat pump, double glazing.  Salary will depend on experience happy to negotiate If this interests you at all please get in touch. We will require previous work experience history and at least 2 recent references to be able to contact. 

Due to genuine reasons we are looking for a Herd Manager or Farm Assistant for a 300ha farm in Tussock Creek. Peak milking 900 cows 54 bail rotary with ACR’s Protrak and Allflex Collars Good infrastructure and systems Supportive team environment  Accomodation is a 3 bedroom house, with a heatpump and fire Start date negotiable We are NOT an Accredited Employer so please only apply if you are a NZ citizen or have NZ residency.

We are looking for a Dairy Farm Assistant to join our team. We milk 850 cows in a 54 bail rotary with ACRs. The job involves milking, feeding the stock, assisting with calves, tractor driving, shifting irrigators, cowshed hygiene and day-to-day farm duties. No drugs or smoking allowed on our farm. You don't need to have experience in dairying but you must be honest and hard working. The successful applicant must pass a drug test and police check if requested. A full drivers licence is needed.

***You need to show up for an in person interview to be considered suitable for this role. In other words if you’re applying from overseas don’t waste your time.*** Part time on farm engineer / general farm hand. Swift Agri Limited is a farming business running 3500 ewes. We lease two farms in Southland, the larger being located at Redan where most of the stock work is required and another in Winton as well as the family farm in Woodlands that we don’t handle the day to day operations of but work in closely with and where most of the engineering related tasks are carried out. We like to do most farm related tasks in house and to a high standard avoiding out sourcing work where possible. This includes servicing and maintenance of farm machinery. Due to an increased workload we are looking for a skilled individual to step in for some regular part time work so that we can continue to farm at a high standard. The ideal candidate would be a highly skilled farmer...

Milking - Perform a efficient and hygienic milking routine.  Follow procedure to produce high quality milk.   Animals - perform safe handling of animals, report any health and welfare issues as per farm policy.  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. Pasture and crop weed control and learn about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops.    Environment - aware of 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 - Practice the safe use and maintenance of vehicles on farm as directed by on farm...

Job Description  We are looking for a Farm Assistant to work on 143 hectares farm, milking 440 crossbreed cows under a System 2-3. This is a unique and efficient shed, milking the girls through a 36aside herringbone with ACR and auto teat spraying supported by a barn that holds 250 cows. We are looking for; -Someone that has a keen eye for feeding cows and looking after them as their own. -1+ year full time dairy farming experience and currently working in a dairy farm -A self-motivated person that is keen to learn, not afraid to ask questions and bring new ideas. -Organisation is a must, knowing how to prioritise is key in this farming operation as you will step up and take the reins in the farmers absence. -Tractor experience would be a great advantage, but they are always keen to teach -You must be physically fit -clean criminal records, and drug check to be considered before for the role starts. -The farm has plenty of maintenance and capital development projects on...