17 jobs found in taranaki

We are seeking an experienced farm worker (12+ months) to work as a Herd Manager on a 330-cow farm in the Taranaki  area , milking through a 40 Bail Rotary shed. You'll have a range of duties to keep you busy, interested and developing including: Milking and monitoring milk quality, analysing data through Halter ag technology 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 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 11 days on, 3 days off throughout the year....

Drive - In Milk Harvester required in the Auroa area to assist sharemilker milking 290 cows in a 32 aside herringbone with ACR's for the 2026-2027 dairy season.   Our ideal candidate would have the following attributes: ·        Some experience in dairy farming preferred but not essential ·        Reliable and on time ·        Honest and trustworthy ·        Strong work ethic ·        Quiet around stock ·        Confident around large animals   Responsibilities include (but are not limited to): ·        Assisting the sharemilker with milkings - twice a day ·        Maintain high standards of animal care and cleanliness ·        Be able to i dentify mastitis and other animal health issues and report to sharemilker ·        During calving (July - September) assist with collecting cows and calves from the paddock and feeding calves twice a day.   Fixed term employment - 14th July 2026 to May 2027....

Fence work and maintainence Tractor work and feeding out in bale feeder Fixing fences as needed Milking if needed Helping with calving Fixing water troughs General farm work.

Looking for someone to assist in the spring time through till early next year, you’ll be working with the farm manager, the owner and the 2ic, you’ll be assisting with cows and calf’s milking and other day to day jobs 30 hours a week, one man accommodation available job will go till early next year. any query’s text or call the farm manager Carlos 0273674788  

Position for June 2026 Season. The farm is located 15 min south of Hawera. This position requires somebody who can work alongside farm owner and part time employee. You need to have a sound general knowledge in all farming practices, physically fit, non smoker who is capable of working independently. Hourly rate with a minimum hours guaranteed. The farm consists of a 40 bale rotary with cup removers and also has auto drafting and heat time. Milking 330 cows twice a day on 100/ha with run offs. The role entails: -Running the cow shed in all aspects including animal husbandry, accurate record keeping and maintaining high hygiene standards. -Operating modern farm machinery. -Able to identify and complete general maintenance on the farm -Opportunity to step up in job title and responsibility The future employee will have past farming experience. good communication and excellent understanding of English  Please include a CV, cover letter and 2 references. 

We are looking for some one to assist on our 560 dairy farm in Mahoe. The person we required must want to be involved in the dairy industry We are looking for someone with some experience that is a New Zealand citizen, that can work in New Zealand and is honest and reliable and enjoys working with animals. Shared accomodation is avaliable We are 10 minutes from Stratford and Eltham and 5 minutes from Kaponga. On farm training will be provided. Please provide a current cv and 3 referees with your application

We are looking for a farm assistant to help us run day to day operations of a 330 cows dairy farm. 32 herringbone shed with automatic cup remover. Experience is preferred but training can be provided for the right person.  Its a Halter farm so no fences or following cows.  Please apply with 2 references.  Its a drive in position. Farm is located 5-7 minutes from Inglewood and no accommodation available on farm. 

We are looking for an honest and reliable person to assist owners on 320 cow farm with a 36 bale rotary shed  ( no ACR's ). Some experience is preferred but not essential. Position will be   *  To assist with CALF REARING morning and night  August - November  *    MILKINGS  until May.  *   over Winter shifting and feeding stock.  *  General Farm work available during the year.   *  Applicants  MUST be currently living in and able to work in NZ.   *   Immediate  start.

We milk 420-430 Friesian cows through a new 50 bale rotary shed, located 5 minutes east of Eltham. We require someone for August - October to help out over the busy Spring time period, somone who is passionate about farming and who is keen to learn more about the industry. You will be required to undertake and be involved in general farming duties including milking, dairy hygiene, weed control, 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 workers (employer included). Time off will be every second weekend. Any experience level will be considered, and wage will be based on experience. If you are interested, please send us your CV with at least 2 referees that we can contact. Must be a New Zealand Citizen and currently living in New Zealand to apply.

Due to unforeseen circumstances we are looking for someone in a 2IC or Herd Manager role to join our team as soon as possible. Location : Waitotara - 10 mins out of Waverly and 35 mins to Whanganui 300ha 720-750 Spring calving herd 60 Bale Rotary shed with ACR, Automated Teat sprayer, Protrack and all cows on Halter Feedpad  You'll be assisting the Contract Milker in all aspects of day-to-day farm operations, including :  Milking and shed hygiene Animal health monitoring and treatments Record keeping Feeding out on feedpad General farm maintenance Ideally, we're looking for someone : With a minimum of 3 years dairy farming experience in NZ Who takes pride in surrounds, dairy shed and equipment on farm - the expectation is to have a clean dairy shed at all times,  looking after gear - maintaining and keeping it clean.  Who works with animals in a calm manner Who can show initiative Reliable and honest at all times - owning up when...

Please note This is a RENT IN MILK (This role is for someone who can work in return for the value of house rent) position. Not suitable for someone on employer specific work visa or someone who wants a fulltime work. Milking in Herringbone shed, bringing cows, winding up fence, weed spraying and helping out staff with other farm duties. We want someone who enjoy working with animals, friendly, with sense of humor. We expect him/her to look after the house as well. Ability to ride two-wheeler is a must. This opportunity probably suits someone who got fulltime working partner and want to stay close to the town. If you think this is something you were looking for, send us a CV with reference. Thanks

Tihei mauri ora e te motu. He karanga tēnei ki te waonui a Tane e pa ana ki tēnei turanga watea kei raro i te korowai manaaki o Parininihi ki Waitōtara. Parininihi ki Waitōtara (PKW) is a Māori Incorporation based in Taranaki, Aotearoa. PKW oversees 20,000 hectares of some of the most productive dairy land in the world and have a range of business interests, including: dairy farming, crayfish, forestry and commercial property. PKW is an innovative, sustainable and successful business and the kaitiaki of our Shareholders’ assets for future generations. The PKW Group, includes PKW Farms LP and PKW Miraka Hipi LP, Taranaki’s largest dairy farmer with active business interests in dairy and dairy support, beef and livestock trading. The Partnership comprises 20 dairy and dairy support farms, covering around 4,000 hectares with 80 kaimahi and/or contractors supporting the farming operations. The PKW team are driven by their vision of “He Tangata, He Whenua, He Oranga – sustaining...

Seasonal Calf Rearer – Research Project (Fixed Term) Start: 20 June 2026 End: October/November 2026 (depending on season) About us Dairy Trust Taranaki is a leading dairy research and demonstration organisation operating four farms across the region. Our work focuses on practical, science-based solutions that improve farm performance, environmental outcomes, and animal wellbeing. This season, we are running a dedicated calf rearing research project as part of our wider Net Zero programme, working alongside industry and science partners to test new systems and approaches. The role We are looking for experienced calf rearers to take full responsibility for calf rearing within a structured research project. This is a hands-on role where your focus will be the day-to-day care, health, and performance of calves, while also supporting accurate data collection for the trial. You will be working across automated calf rearing systems, following clear protocols...

We are: Our Farm is 290 effective hectares of dairy platform with youngstock reared on additional land on the farm. Located 10 mins from Inglewood and 15 mins from New Plymouth, we are transitioning back to a fully spring calving operation milking 650 crossbred cows through a 54-bale rotary shed with in-shed feeding auto teat sprayer and protrack drafting gate. The farm system is level 1-2 with a strong focus on pasture, supported by a small amount of imported supplement which is predominantly an in-shed blend, and maize grown on farm. We embrace new technologies and have been early adopters of Halter.   Our ideal candidate will be: A self-motivated, reliable team player who loves farming and being outdoors. A strong communicator with both the on-farm team and other key stakeholders. Positive minded and loves people and animals. Trustworthy and owns their own performance, good or bad. Someone aware of the importance of managing compliance and...

Farm Operations Support Support good people, keep farms running well, and be part of work that matters. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We’re looking for a skilled and reliable Farm Operations Support person to provide practical support across our four Taranaki farms. This role is ideal for someone with strong dairy farming capability who enjoys variety, can step in where needed, and takes pride in helping farms run well. You’ll work across different properties and teams, supporting day-to-day operations. The role is primarily focused on farm operations and farm coverage. That includes milking, stock work, feeding, general farm tasks, machinery operation, maintenance support and helping maintain good routines and standards across the farms. From time to time, you may also assist with practical science-related farm activities, but this is first and foremost an...

We are looking for a farm manager or a 2IC to help us run day to day operations of a 330 cows dairy farm. 32 herringbone shed with automatic cup remover. Experience is preferred but training can be provided for the right person.  Its a Halter farm so no fences or following cows.  Please apply with 2 references.  Its a drive in position. Farm is located 5-7 minutes from Inglewood and no accommodation available on farm.  Overseas applicants do not apply, we don’t do a visa. 

Milk Harvester – South Taranaki We are looking for a reliable Milk Harvester to join our team in South Taranaki. The role is split between two rotary dairy sheds and includes milking duties along with general day-to-day farm tasks. Experience is preferred but a good attitude, reliability, and willingness to learn are just as important. What we offer: Hourly pay, or salary depending on candidate and preference. Flexible roster options Modern rotary sheds Supportive team environment Duties include: Milking and shed operation Animal health observations Shed cleaning and maintenance General farm tasks as required (if the candidate just wants to do milking's and hourly rate, this can also be discussed). Applicants must be reliable, able to work early starts, and have the right to work in New Zealand. We are an accredited business as well.  For more information or to apply, please get in touch.