15 jobs found in taranaki region

We have an opportunity for a person with an amazing attitude, positive demeanor, reliable and trustworthy join our amazing team. Halter 600 fx cows 230 ha flat BRAND NEW 50 AS HERRINGBONE You will be a passionate dairy farmer who enjoys dairy farming and loves milking cows. We are very empathetic employers and we encourage and support a pathway for someone with the determination and self motivation to grow themselves and progress in the industry. Ag ito is definitely supported. We consider ourselves the benchmark in providing the best overall safe positive environment to thrive in! Roster is 8/2 8/3 Comfortable 3/4 bedroom family home with master room ensuite. Wet back fireplace. Lockable garage.  Okato township is 3 minutes from the farm. Please include your pepeha in your cover letter if you have one.

We are seeking an experienced farm worker to work as a Herd Manager on a 490-cow farm,  located in the Hawera area, milking through a 42 Bale Rotary shed. The ideal candidate will have at least two years of dairy farming experience or hold at least a Level 4 qualification in Farming/Agriculture. You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested and developing including: Milking and monitoring milk quality, training junior staff, where applicable stock handling and feeding (feed mgt), fencing, weed control, calving, calf rearing, shed maintenance & preparation, tractor operation for feeding out, baling, mowing and silage monitoring, recording and maintaining animal health and other general farm duties. Weekly hours are a minimum of 40 and a maximum of 50. The schedule may vary but generally work hours are between 4:30am and go through 5:30pm with meal and rest breaks; Roster will be 12 days on, 2 days off for during calving season then 11...

Luscombe Farm are seeking a reliable and motivated Dairy Farm Assistant to join our team on a 580 cow dairy operation, milking through a 60 bail rotary shed.  You will be working in a team of 4, the farm owner and 2 other farm assistants. Duties including Milking cows and operating milking equipment Feeding out Monitoring animal health, administering and recording drugs Assisting with calving General farm duties including weed control, fencing etc Dairy farm experience of at least 3 years is preferred.  You must be reliable and be able to work as part of a team, hold a NZ drivers licence and have a NZ work visa.  On farm accommodation is available. Consideration will be given to a couple as there is availability for a relief milker and calf rearer.   Please reply with a current CV and at least 2 references.

Location: Lepperton, Taranaki We are looking for a motivated and reliable Assistant Farm Manager to join our client's modern breeding and finishing pig farm in Lepperton, Taranaki. Working alongside the Farm Manager, you'll play a key role in the day-to-day operation of the farm, helping to ensure high standards of animal welfare, productivity, and farm performance. About the Role Key responsibilities include: Assisting with the daily management of breeding and finishing pigs. Monitoring animal health, welfare, and performance. Feeding, husbandry, and stock handling. Supporting farrowing, weaning, and breeding programmes. Maintaining accurate farm records. Assisting with staff supervision and training when required. Operating and maintaining farm equipment and facilities. Following biosecurity, health and safety, and animal welfare standards. About You To be successful in this role, you will have: Previous...

Milkings for rent position available  (This is not a full time role ) overseas applicants please do no apply  we are looking for someone to relief milk on our farm to give us time off  Xtra milkings available over the season Training provided  Must have farming experience  Sole charge role Herringbone shed with acrs  Inshed feed  Tidy 3 bedroom house  South Taranaki  Must be able to provide references  Please only apply if your interested  Email us for any additional information 

Milking: Assists in efficient and hygienic milking routine. Follows procedure to produce high quality milk. Carries out simple milk harvesting tasks as directed, and is developing correct skills to milk. Animals: Assists in safe handling of animals, reports any health and welfare issues as per farm policy. Assists with moving and handling animals safely, and observes and reports on wellbeing of all classes of stock Feed: Controls weeds. Sets break fences and feeds out as directed. Assists with pasture and crop weed control, and is learning about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops. Machine, vehicles and technology: Safely uses and maintains vehicles on farm as directed by on farm policy People: Works well with others, building a strong team culture. Is aware of the opportunities available to them in their personal and career goals, and is beginning to look for opportunities to move to the next level in their career. Health, safety and...

We are looking for a enthusiastic person to join our team milking 500 cows through a 42 bail rotary shed with ACRs, just ten minutes south of Hawera, successful applicant will need to be great communicator, drug free and have no prior convictions. Should  be competent with handling and milking stock , be confident on motorbikes and machinery. Some experience preferred further training will be provided. Ideal opportunity for someone to form a career in the industry with supportive employer. Regular time off and competitive salary. Responsibilities will include milk production and shed hygiene, animal health, weed control, effluent management and general farm duties

We have a job available for a Dairy Farm Assistant on a 490-cow farm in the Patea area, milking through a 42 Bail Rotary 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 35 and a maximum of 50. Since farm work is dependent on a number of unknown factors like weather and animals, should you work beyond the agreed maximum hours in a fortnightly pay period, you will be paid the agreed overtime hourly rate for each additional hour worked. The schedule may vary; Roster will be 11 days on, 3 days off, then during calving 12 days on 2 days off. Salary ranges from $63,000 - $68,000 per annum. Candidates are required to...

This postion will finish at the conclusion of 26/27 season as farm has been sold and new owners will take over  42 aside herringbone, farm nicely layed out  must be reliable and honest 

Looking for your next challenge in the pork industry? Join a progressive piggery in Lepperton site of 400 sows where you'll play a key role in maintaining high animal welfare standards while working alongside an experienced Farm Manager.  We are seeking 2 full-time piggery staff to join our team. What you'll be doing: Assisting with the day-to-day management of the piggery Caring for pigs across mating, farrowing, weaner, grower and finisher areas Monitoring animal health, welfare and performance Feeding stock, including meal preparation and feed mixing Operating farm machinery and feeding equipment Assisting with stock movements, treatments and production records Maintaining high hygiene, maintenance and biosecurity standards Supporting the Farm Manager and contributing to a positive team environment. What's on offer: $23.95–$29.66 per hour , depending on experience Higher pay available as you complete AGITO...

Calf rearer to feed young calves daily. 7.00am start. Expierence an advantage but not essential. Farm is located 1 km from Stratford. Some relief milking could be available if applicant so wished. 

We are search of a relief milker to assist in 54 bale rotary cowshed (no cup removers) This is a drive in position. Up to 3 days a fortnight plus cover for staff leave. Includes weekends. Experience an advantage but not a requirement, however a keen attitude is. Will be required to clean vat, start plant, cup cows and perform plant wash.  You will be working with a full time staff member. Farm is located 15 min south of Hawera and 20 mins north of Waverley

Assistant Manager – Dairy Farm Immediate start  We are seeking an experienced Assistant Manager to join our dairy farming team for the 2026/27 season. This position would suit someone with experience or wanting to gain experience working with a large herd across two joining farms.  About the Role You will be working on a well-run farm milking 600 cows, with responsibilities including: Assist with and take responsibility for daily milking operations Support pasture management, including feed allocation and stock movements Help manage animal health and welfare, including identifying issues and carrying out treatments Maintain high standards of cowshed and yard hygiene Assist with staff supervision, training, and support Operate tractors and farm machinery safely and efficiently Support calf rearing operations (seasonal) Assist with farm maintenance and upkeep of buildings and equipment Follow and help enforce health...

We are looking for a reliable and motivated person to join our dairy farm. 12 minutes from Opunake 380 cows, 44 rotary cowshed, twice a day milking General farm duties, supporting animal health, calving, Operating tractors and motorbikes Competitive salary based on experience, farming experience essential Strong stockmanship and good communication essential NZ permanent residents

Feed Production Management • Assist with any feed planning or the management of as appropriate. • Assist to manage weeds and pests to maintain pasture and crops. • Milking • Maintain all appropriate effluent management records. • Know what to do when things go wrong. Animals • Implement animal health program to maintain good health. • Assist with calving and the calf rearing program to achieve minimal losses and ensure high quality replacements are available for the herd. • Assist to manage repairs and maintenance schedule for all plant, machinery and infrastructure. • Ensure all relevant company policies are understood and adhered to. • Experience/qualification is an advantage but not essential. • Dedication, commitment and willing to learn are the traits we are looking for.