18 jobs found in west coast

 We are looking for a Herd Manager to join our team on a 700 cow dairy operation. The 522 ha farm is located in the Haupiri Valley.   The cows are milked through a 41-a-side herringbone shed. We run a high grass, low  bought in feed system.  The necessary character goals required for you to excel in this job, are the following you will need to be Patient, Perseverant, Self-Disciplined, Responsible, and Independent, with a life-long Growth/improvement mindset.  The applicant must:  1. Have minimum of 2 years Dairy Farm experience.  2. Proof of no criminal convictions.  3. Must be able to pass drug and alcohol testing.  4. Supply at least two recent references.  5. Have completed at least Level 1 NCEA or the equivalent of that. The applicant is expected to meet the above criteria before applying.  Our mission is to produce as much premium quality milk as possible, sustainably and profitably. Our role as food producers is one the most vital jobs in society and needs the very...

At Prospect Farm, we are passionate about farming. Doing things well is important to us. We are a modern and progressive family farm with excellent facilities. We care for our cows and our land, and we value the people who work with us.  We are a team. We are looking for that special someone to join our well-established and supportive team. We want a teammate who works alongside and with us; someone who shares our passion for a job well done. That person needs to be genuinely good in; character, honesty and work ethic with a desire to work and learn in dairy farming. This position of Farm Assistant works closely with the farm owners and the other staff in the day-to-day physical management of the farm.   This position will be part of a team that milks, sets up break fences, cares for the cows and pasture, and operates farm machinery. We require our new teammate to have: previous NZ dairy farming experience. confidence and skills in handling cows. competence in...

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 looking for a new staff member to join the existing team , milking approximately 820 cows through a 56 bale rotary , along with a feedpad .  Some of the technology we use is Protrack drafting and in bail milk meters , in shed feeding and we're absolutely stoked to have had Halter for 2 years now. We are seeking passionate , hard working staff member( or members ) with a great attitude with preferably a minimum of 1 years New Zealand dairy experience to come on board. We offer a 6 on 2 off roster and try to provide a great work/life balance for all staff. We are situated on the Atarau road, 35 minutes north of Greymouth, 5minutes south of Ikamatua, the nearest town. https://www.trademe.co.nz/a/marketplace/building-renovation/portable-cabins/listing/5181997213 is the accommodation we currently have avaliable :) 

Our beautiful 290Ha farm is located just 30 mins to the hustle and bustle Greymouth town centre, so we consider it to be in a great location for singles and families alike.   There is plenty to do on your days off and there are good schools close by.  Being a small close-knit team, we are not really into titles, however, after a great 3 years with us our most senior person is moving to Canterbury at the end of the season.   We are seeking someone who has a good solid 2 to 3 years’ experience under their belt as we do need someone who can drive a tractor and feed out.   Milking our beautiful 750 cows through a 50-bail rotary with ACR and auto drafting, we will expect you to have strong milk harvesting skills and you must also be at the top of your game when it comes to shed hygiene and animal health and wellbeing.  This is a great opportunity for the right person to be trained into being our 2IC, we would like this person to become our right-hand person, someone we can rely...

240 cows, fully self contained, 212 ha 28 as HB shed, automatic cup removers, All grass system 1 farm supplying Westland milk products

Rotokohu Dairy Farm (just north of Reefton – 400 cows – self-contained. Our 140 ha dairy farm and nearby 119 ha runoff are in the Inangahua Valley – 15 minutes north of Reefton; and 2 hours drive to Nelson.   We have a solid 40-bale herringbone, with auto cup removers and auto teat spray (a 1 person shed).   The farm is essentially self-contained; typically using home-grown supplements (silage and baleage).   No crops are grown.   No PKE or in-shed feeding is used.   The long-term production sits at just over 140,000 MS from 400 cows milked OAD all season. The cows are a high BW/PW (317/380) KiwiCross herd. We are looking for good people who will love our/their cows and the outdoors.   NZ residency is a minimum requirement.  Must be compatible with machinery.  Having initiative, a sound work ethic, being a good communicator, honest and most importantly a great sense of humour works for us.   This is a tremendous opportunity to prove your ability on a well laid out...

We have a job available for two dairy farm assistants who will ideally have 6+ months’ dairy farm experience. This is for a 1150 cow farm in the Whataroa area, which is 105km from the nearest service centre Hokitika and 150 km from Greymouth, milking through a 70 Bail Rotary shed with ACR. One position is available for a May start, while the other is set for September. 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, should you work beyond the agreed maximum hours in a fortnightly pay period. The schedule may vary; Roster will be 8 days on, 3...

SORRY WE ARE NOT ACCREDITATED EMLOYERS Being owner/operators of our beautiful 440 Ha farm in the most stunning setting on the West Coast, gives us the opportunity to work with our employees on not only maintaining and constantly improving how we do things, but to also train, teach and develop our people into the next generation of dairy farmers. Due to retirement, one of our longest standing team members is leaving us so we are now in need of finding a farm assistant who is serious about building a career in the dairy industry, but who isn’t afraid of hard working.   We are not as concerned about experience (so long as you can milk cows) as we are willing to train you, but you must come to us with a willingness to learn, a strong work ethic, honesty, reliability, strong communication skills, and again most of all you must want to grow your career.  We consider ourselves to be excellent employers.   Excellent on farm accommodation is provided and we shall pay a salary of...

290 cows system 2 feed TAD, calving 9/8/2025 24 aside herring bone shed100,000 kgms should increase $1.45 kgms 50% Colostrum payment 150 ha effective, young stock grazed on farm Cost - Rubber ware, power, detergent, teat spray Must supply 4WD Quad bike, reels and standards and hand tools Please submit your CV with application

Full time permanent farm assistant job. Involves twice a day milking, tractor work, weed control, fencing, calf rearing and moving traveling irrigator for effluent. You can expect to be assigned other regular tasks from time to time and a number of other seasonal farm activities will form part of the duties including farm maintenance.  Starting date 1 June 2025 or by negotiation. Current roster 11 on 3 off, except 20th July - 10th October when its 12 on 2 off.   Automated farm, 60 bale rotary, Allflex collars, cup removers, auto teat spray and auto drafting. Part time work for partner will include calf rearing, relief milking and other seasonal tasks as required.  If you do not have a current CV, please apply with a minimum of a covering letter, applications that only have an email address and/or phone number with no other details WILL NOT BE RESPONDED TO.

We have a job available for a dairy farm assistant who will ideally have 6+ months’ dairy farm experience. This is for a 300 cow farm in the Hokitika area, which is 25 minutes from Hokitika, milking through a 18 aside Herringbone shed.  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.  The schedule may vary; Roster will be 11 days on, 3 days off rest of the year. Wage is between $27 to $30 per hour subject to experience . Candidates will ideally have previous dairy farming experience and are required to provide good related references....

We are looking for a self-motivated and skilled dairy farm assistant. We run a once a day herd of 430 dairy cows. Located North Westcoast, Karamea. Experience necessary. Well kitted rotary cow shed Once a day  milking Housing provided ( 2 Bedroom) Duties include: Milking, Calf feeding and everyday running of the farm.

An opportunity is available for an enthusiastic, honest, reliable and motivated Dairy Farm Assistant to join us on our 300 cow farm 25kms from Hokitika. The successful applicant must have a minimum 3 years' experience and be able to assist the Farm Manager with milk harvesting, shed management, animal health including identifying and treating sick cows, helping with calf rearing, pasture management and other general farm work. A Full Driver's license and clean criminal record is essential. The successful applicant must be able to work efficiently alone and have experience safely driving machinery. A mechanical and practical mind would be an advantage. This is a full time, permanent position and the salary is negotiable depending on your experience and ability to learn and grow on the job. Must be eligible to work in New Zealand and be currently in the country as an immediate start is required. Accommodation is a 1-bedroom home, suitable for a single person or couple only. If you...

We are on the lookout for a motivated Farm Assistant to join our team for the 25/26 season. Our ideal candidate will be genuinely interested in pursuing a career within dairy industry and be keen to learn new skills and progress within the industry. We are located 40 minutes from Greymouth. We milk 550 cows on 240ha. We run 2 herds and milk through a 40 bail rotary with ACRs. You will be working alongside the contract milker and 2IC. ·          Previous milking experience is a bonus but not essential for the right person ·          Must have positive can do attitude & be a team player ·          Must be punctual ·          Have the ability to complete tasks independently or as a team ·          Ability to identify problems and solve them in a practical manner whether it is fixing the problem yourself or letting others know ·          Must be quiet with stock ·          Must have good attention to detail and complete tasks to a high standard...

OPPORTUNITY IN DAIRY FARMING Are you ready to take the next step in your dairy farming career? Do you want to work on a modern, well-equipped farm in the stunning West Coast region of New Zealand’s South Island ? B C Dairies is looking for a motivated and hardworking individual or couple to join our team—with a clear pathway to farm management for the right candidate. ABOUT US We operate a 560-cow dairy farm in Ahaura, West Coast, South Island , featuring a 49-aside herringbone shed equipped with the latest automated technology, including: ✅ Cup removers ✅ Auto teat spray ✅ In-shed feeding Our farm is self-contained , and we winter part of the herd on a nearby runoff. If you're passionate about livestock, sustainability, and farm operations—and looking for a supportive and rewarding work environment —we’d love to hear from you! WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING 🐄 Milking & Shed Hygiene – Ensuring high milk quality and a well-maintained milking environment 🌱...

Farm Assistant – Join Our Team at B C Dairies! Location: Ahaura, New Zealand (20 minutes from Greymouth, 3.5 hours from Christchurch) Accommodation: On-farm 3-bedroom house provided Employment Type: Full-time B C Dairies is looking for a dedicated individual or couple to join our team with the potential to grow into a management position. We operate a modern 560-cow dairy farm with a 49-aside herringbone shed featuring automated systems, including cup removers, auto teat spray, and in-shed feeding. As a self-contained operation, we winter some of our cows on a runoff adjacent to the farm. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about dairy farming, looking for career progression, and wanting to work in a supportive team environment. About the Role: Your key responsibilities will include: ✔ Milking & Milk Quality Management – Ensuring high milk quality standards and shed hygiene ✔ Stock Handling & Feeding – Feed management, herd monitoring, and...

I am looking for someone to help out on my Dairy Farm in Spring Junction, West Coast. Milking 190-200 cows through a 24 aside Hearing Bone Shed, OAD milkings all season. You must be able to milk on your own as it is a one person shed. Roster will be 4 on 3 off or possible can do 5 on 2 off for the right person. We are an off grid Dairy Farm so common sence is a must. Tractor Experience would be preferd but not essential as we have all our own gear to keep contractors to a minimum. Drivers Licence is essential as we share a 180hectre run off block 20mins from Dairy Farm. Hourly Rate Based on experience between $26-$30 per hour. Only Apply if you are able to come for an on farm interview and have the right to work in New Zealand