50/50 Sharemilker - 560 cows - OAD

We are seeking an experienced farm worker (farm assistant to 2IC) for our dairy farming business. 850 cow split calving farm, system 5 with feedpads. We milk through a 60 bail rotary with acrs - only one person required in shed. The farm a mix of flat to hilly contour based in Reporoa. Some of the areas you will need to have proven yourself in are: feeding out/tractor driving, motorbike experience and the ability to navigate hilly paddocks, milk harvesting, treating cow health issues, using automatic drafting, setting up paddocks, dealing with calving difficulties and down cows. Renumeration/title would be dependant on experience. We aim to provide a positive working environment and with open communication and sharing of knowledge. Farm Size (ha) 400 Peak Herd Size (cows) 850 Typical On-farm Staff 5 Accommodation available 4 bedroom house Hour Type week Average Hours Per week 52 Roster Single rotation - 11 Days on / 3 days Off Remuneration paid by By Negotiation

We're on the lookout for our next team member for the upcoming 26/27 season. We are after someone who fits in with our team and helps in all aspects of running our farm and run-off. The ideal candidate will be: - Hardworking - Trustworthy - Have good stockmanship qualities - Ready to jump in and give everything a go to your best ability - Have at least a season of dairy experience - Have a full NZ drivers license - Confident in operating farm motorbikes and tractors - Good communication skills - Capable of working unsupervised A little about us and our farm: - Family run operation - Steep to rolling contour - Milk 430 cows through a 30 aside herringbone (with ACR’s) - OAD farm - System 3 - All animals wintered on - Room to grow for the right candidate. - Graze 100 R2 heifers on our run-off close by The accommodation is a tidy 2 bedroom cottage with a 2 bay garage you will have to yourself. The successful candidate will be capable of milking sole charge after training through the quiet times of the year. Do not apply if you live outside of New Zealand or do not have the required work visa. We are not an accredited employer.

**Second In-Charge (2IC) - 250 cows, Reporoa** Are you ready to progress your farming career in a supportive environment that offers real responsibility and variety of work? Due to our long-serving 2IC of six years moving on at the end of the season, we are seeking a new person to take up the role starting 1 June 2026. **About the farm:** This well-run 250 cow dairy farm is located in Mihi, Reporoa, and produces approximately 100,000 kg MS/yr. Cows are milked twice daily year-round through an 18-aside herringbone shed. The farm operates as a System 3 with in-shed feeding throughout the year and baleage fed during the shoulder seasons. Plantain is grown to support summer milk production and achieve farm environmental targets. Datamars ear tags are used to support heat detection during mating. The effective milking platform is currently 81 hectares predominantly flat to rolling contour with a small amount of steeper terrain. The farm is part of a multi-farm business including two similar-sized dairy units and a drystock/support block. **About the role:** We are seeking a motivated person to fill the 2IC position and take an active role in the day-to-day management of the farm. You will be involved in all aspects of the dairy farm, including: - Sole charge milking - Pasture management and feed allocation - Animal health - Calf rearing - Effluent management - Weed control - General farm maintenance and management You will report directly to the farm owner who is on hand to provide support when required. There is also an existing farm assistant who supports the 2IC across both farms. The role would suit someone looking to step up, grow their management skills, and be part of a supportive, well-structured farming operation. **About you:** To be successful in this role, you will: - Show initiative and manage the day-to-day aspects of the farm including sole charge milking, - Be competent with core tasks such as milking, animal health, pasture management, effluent application, mating and calf rearing, - Be experienced in driving a tractor and using a bale feeder, - Be comfortable using, or willing to learn, farm technology including the Fonterra Dairy Diary and Datamars app - Have strong communication and time management skills, - Be able to work unsupervised as well as part of a team, - Be open to learning, new ideas, and continuous improvement, - Be physically fit and reliable, - Have a positive attitude towards health and safety, animal welfare and the environment. Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. **What we offer:** - A competitive remuneration package, - Every second weekend off through Aug-Nov, - An additional Friday afternoon off through Dec-Jul, - A warm, tidy three-bedroom home with garage, - A great farming location close to both primary and high schooling, - A supportive environment with opportunities to grow your skills.

We are looking for a enthusiastic person that has been in the dairy industry for at least 1 season for The Kapenga M Trust KMS dairy farm. The farm is situated 20 mins south of Rotorua. It is a rolling to steep farm so ideally you will have had experience driving bikes and tractors on this kind of terrain. We expect you to - Be able to milk efficiently - Detect cows that are sick or lame - Put up break fences and work out paddock areas - Be able to operate vehicles in a safe manner - Be a team player and help out the team when asked. - Be able to follow instructions and be confident to ask questions - Be punctual reliable and a good time manager but not a clock watcher - Be willing to learn - Clean and tidy and take pride in the workplace. You need to be fit and healthy and drug free. You must be legally able to work in NZ (Kapenga is not an accredited employer) Kapenga M Trust is a progressive Trust with 2 dairy farms and a sheep, beef and deer unit. They are supportive of staff and encourage training for the right person. There are opportunities to grow within the Trust. If this sounds like you include your CV and 2 referees in your application.

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Second-in-Charge (2IC) to join our team on a dairy farm unit in the Rotorua area. This role replaces our current Senior Farm Assistant who is off to explore the world leaving us with big shoes to fill. This is a key position working closely with the Contract Milker in the day-to-day running of the farm. The Farm 980 cows, 260ha, 44bail Rotary. Predominantly pasture-based system with some supplement, Established team and good systems in place, Located on a school bus route to a great local school. The Role The 2IC will support the Contract Milker and take responsibility across farm operations, including: - Herd management and animal health - Milking and shed management - Assisting with staff supervision and training - Feeding, pasture management, and general farm duties - Stepping up in the Contract Milker’s absence The Ideal Candidate - Proven dairy farming experience at Senior Assistant or 2IC level - Strong animal husbandry skills - Good communication and leadership ability - Reliable, motivated, and able to work independently - Enjoys being part of a supportive, team-focused workplace What We Offer - Competitive remuneration based on experience - Supportive Contract Milker and stable team - Opportunity to further develop leadership and management skills - Accommodation available (details to be discussed)

Are you passionate about dairy farming and want to develop professionally within the industry? We are large scale, established Contract Milkers moving onto a new farm next season. Due to our progressive employees career growth, we have the exciting opportunity for two new team members to join us in our venture. The farm has the following: - 1600 cows. 60-bale rotary with ACRs, auto teat spray and inshed feeding. System 3-4 with Halter technology. Located 10 minutes to Reporoa town and 25 minutes from Taupo. What we require: - At least two full time years of successful farming experience - Excellent animal health management; including but not limited to identifying and treating mastitis and lameness - A good grasp of basic feed allocation - A great communicator, who will bring positivity to our team - The ability to prioritise and excellent time management - Good 2-wheeler and tractor driving ability - A desire to advance with the times with on farm technology and farming innovation - A full clean driver’s license - Ability to pass both a pre-employment and ongoing random drug testing What we offer: - Excellent roster; 4 days off in 14 including alternate weekends - Competitive salary based on experience - A supportive environment with training and career growth opportunity - A good quality two or three bedroom home - A well-maintained farm with good infrastructure and quality machinery - High standards in animal health, health and safety and environmental sustainability How to apply: To apply please send an up-to-date CV including two references from previous employers to idealfarming@outlook.com.

Are you passionate about dairy farming and want to develop professionally within the industry? We are large scale, established Contract Milkers moving onto a new farm next season. Due to our progressive employees career growth, we have the exciting opportunity for two new team members to join us in our venture. The farm has the following: - 1600 cows. 60-bale rotary with ACRs, auto teat spray and inshed feeding. System 3-4 with Halter technology. Located 10 minutes to Reporoa town and 25 minutes from Taupo. The role: - Milking - Operation of 2-wheel motorbike and tractor to complete general farm duties such as feeding cleaning, animal handling and equipment maintenance - Maintain herd health through assisting with routine health checks, vaccinations and other care tasks and learning to identify signs of sickness - Weed control and farm upkeep What we require: - Basic farming experience preferred but not essential - full training will be provided - A great communicator, who will bring positivity to our team - The ability to follow directions and prioritise - Excellent time management - A keen learner who wants to progress quickly within the industry - A desire to advance with the times with on farm technology and farming innovation - A full clean driver’s license - Ability to pass both a pre-employment and ongoing random drug testing What we offer: - Excellent roster; 4 days off in 14 including alternate weekends - Competitive salary based on experience - A supportive environment with training and career growth opportunity - A good quality two or three bedroom home - A well-maintained farm with good infrastructure and quality machinery - High standards in animal health, health and safety and environmental sustainability How to apply: To apply please send an up-to-date CV including two references from previous employers to idealfarming@outlook.com.

We’re looking for a capable and motivated 2IC to join our established sharemilking operation for the 2026–2027 dairy season, starting 1 June 2026. This role will suit someone ready to step up into a senior on-farm role, work alongside the sharemilker, and take real ownership of day-to-day operations. While the position is initially offered as a 12-month fixed term, there is potential for the role to extend for the right person. You’ll be involved across all key farm systems — from animal health and feed management through to staff support, compliance, and farm standards. We’re looking for someone practical, driven, and forward-thinking, who leads by example and enjoys being part of a strong team. The Farm - 400 cows milked through a 42-aside herringbone - Free-draining soils, gently rolling contour - Located 10–15 minutes from Rotorua - Family-owned for five generations - Progressive, future-focused operation within the Rotorua Catchment The Role - Milk harvesting and daily operations - Animal health and welfare - Pasture and feed management - Supporting and supervising staff - Machinery operation - Health & safety and environmental compliance About You - 3+ years dairy farming experience, ideally at herd manager or senior level - Confident, reliable, and capable of making decisions - Strong work ethic with leadership potential - Keen to develop and grow within the industry We offer a competitive remuneration package, good accommodation, an attractive roster, and a genuine focus on development and modern farming systems. If you’re looking for a solid step forward and want to be part of a well-run, values-driven farm — we’d love to hear from you. Please get in touch and send through your CV and covering letter.

My clients are seeking their first 50/50 share milker for their circa 220ha property (inc 70ha lease) well located mid-way between Auckland and Hamilton at Island Block near Meremere. The property consists of mainly rolling clay soils (90%) with an area of wetter peat flats and is split by a road accessed via 2 underpasses. There is a good 32ASHB cowshed which is centrally located along with a recently upgraded lined effluent pond. Production has been variable in recent years due to a reduction in area and changes in staffing and cropping/feeding regimes but has peaked at 160,000kgMS from approx 260ha eff. This season it is on track to do around 130,000kgMS (last season 140,000kgMS). The farm has been calving around 500 cows on a System 2 with minimal bought in feed to keep things simple. Some cropping has been trialed with maize, triticale and chicory. The system has primarily been TAD milking until mid Sept when the young herd goes onto OAD, the older TAD herd goes onto OAD from Christmas on, therefore opportunities exist to increase production from tweaks to this. There are 3 homes available for the share milker; 2 x 3 bedroom and 1 x 4 bedroom, all have had some form of redecorating in recent years and they are well positioned with nice views over the farm. The farm owners ideally seek a young, keen sharemilker with excellent communication and pasture management skills in order to get the most out of the property. There could be the opportunity to purchase the farm/part of in the medium term for those with farm ownership aspirations. The owners’ Jsy/KX herd is available for sale and due to not being pushed hard has consistently achieved excellent mating results, 3% MT last season and 6-7% 5yr avg with no intervention used. Sexed semen is used for 3 weeks as well as Speckle Park bulls (out by Xmas) with calves including replacements and a large number of beefies all going to the farm owners’ runoff block. Going forward with new Sharemilkers the farm owners would like to reduce stocking rates down to around 450 cows. They would however be happy to look at good Sharemilkers who may not have the financial ability to go to 450 straight away and would look at options down to 350 cows as a minimum and how the system may change to accommodate this e.g. replacements grazed on farm. There is also the possibility for the right operator to potentially Contract Manage the farm for the first year however the preference is to find a 50/50 Sharemilker. ***ONLY APPLICATIONS THAT HAVE A CV AND REFERENCES AVAILABLE WILL BE FOLLOWED UP*** Applicants need to have the right to work in NZ and random or pre-employment drug checks may be used. Farm Size (ha) 220 Peak Herd Size (cows) 450 Typical On-farm Staff 3 Position Start Date 01/06/2026 Accommodation available 3 homes Hour Type negotiable Average Hours Per week 50 Roster By negotiation Remuneration paid by Percentage of milk cheque Remuneration if Percentage of milk cheque 50

Due to current Manager moving on, a position is available for a 50/50 Sharemilker on our Autumn calving farm. The farm is flat to easy rolling and has a peak herd size of 290-300 cows. The calving is set to start on 20/3/2026. The farm size is 122 hectares with a 25 aside shed. Accommodation is available in a 3 bed house. The average hours per week are 60, with the roster by negotiation. Remuneration is paid by a percentage of the milk cheque, with an expected remuneration of 500,000.