50/50 Sharemilker

We’re on the lookout for a motivated Dairy Farm Assistant to join our friendly team on a 600-cow farm. Experience is preferred but not required for this role. The role offers a wide variety of daily tasks to keep you learning and engaged, including: - Milking (twice a day) - Shifting cows & feeding out - Fencing & general maintenance - Weed control - Calving & calf rearing - Shed cleaning & setup - Spotting sick cows & alerting the manager - and other general farm duties Hours & Roster: Usually between 4:30am – 5:30pm (with meal and rest breaks) Weekly hours: 35–45 (occasional extra hours may be needed depending on the season/weather) Pay: $23.50 – $29.00/hr (depending on experience) Candidates will ideally have previous dairy farming experience and are required to provide good related references. To apply, you’ll need to: - provide a CV which is current, correct and complete or alternative evidence of work (this is proof of work and professionalism and the employer will not consider you without this) - be a solid worker and with good character (where possible, we will do a criminal check) - be physically fit and ready for hands-on work - be able to pass a pre-employment drug test - have at least a restricted driver licence Summary - if you're committed to getting up early, working hard, treating the animals with care and respect and communicating well with others, you will want this job (and last in it).

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.

Located 10 minutes from Ngatea at Canal West Road on the Hauraki Plains. Flat 95ha farm supporting approx 235 cows. 20 ashb shed with meal feeding system. Comfortable 3 bedroom home. This is a long held family farm with the owners farming locally. Has been farmed as a low input spring calving system with meal fed in spring and chicory and silage through summer and autumn. Production of up to 95 000kgms depending on the season. Local grazing managed by the owner is available. Primary School 1km down the road. The role is offered with a 3 year contact. This could suit an established sharemilker or somebody looking for their first 50/50 role. Farm Size (ha): 95 Peak Herd Size (cows): 235 Typical On-farm Staff: 1.5 Position Start Date: 02/06/2026 Accommodation available: 3 bedroom home Hour Type: negotiable Average Hours Per week: various Roster: By negotiation Remuneration paid by: Percentage of milk cheque

**The Opportunity** We are seeking an experienced and motivated managing couple to operate a well-established dairy farm in Tapawera. This is a senior, hands-on role suited to people who take pride in farm performance, leadership and professional reporting. You will be the on-farm operational lead, responsible for day-to-day management while working closely with off-farm sharemilkers, farm owners and a farm consultant to deliver agreed production, financial and people outcomes. **Key Responsibilities** **Farm Operations, Production & Herd Management** - Lead all daily farm operations to achieve agreed production and performance targets - Manage milking operations on a 28-bale rotary, ensuring milk quality and efficiency - Implement pasture, feed and grazing plans across hilly contour - Oversee animal health, reproduction, calving and young stock management - Maintain high standards of animal welfare at all times **Business Performance & Reporting** - Monitor farm performance against agreed KPIs (production, reproduction, pasture, costs and people) - Prepare and present monthly written KPI and performance reports, including: - Production results and trends - Budget vs actual expenditure - Forecasts, risks and improvement opportunities - Contribute to annual planning, budgeting and continuous improvement initiatives **People Leadership & Management** - Recruit, train, lead and support farm staff - Manage rosters, seasonal workloads and staff development - Foster a positive, respectful and safety-focused team culture **Stakeholder & Relationship Management** - Work collaboratively with off-farm sharemilkers, farm owners and the farm consultant - Act as the key on-farm contact, ensuring agreed strategies and decisions are implemented - Maintain clear, professional communication and participate in regular review and planning meetings **Asset, Compliance & Health & Safety** - Ensure farm infrastructure, machinery and plant are well maintained - Manage environmental compliance, including effluent systems and farm environment plans - Champion health, safety and wellbeing, ensuring systems are in place and followed **About You** - Proven experience in dairy farm management (ideally at Farm Manager or equivalent level) - Strong leadership, organisation and communication skills - Confident working with KPIs, budgets and producing monthly performance reports - Able to work independently while collaborating effectively with owners and advisors - Physically fit, practical and committed to best practice dairy farming - A managing couple who complement each other and share responsibility effectively **What’s on Offer** - High-quality family home with pool and spa - Well-established farm with clear systems and professional support - Opportunity for a long-term role with strong owner engagement - Competitive remuneration package, based on experience **To Apply** Please apply with your CV(s) and a brief cover letter outlining: - Your relevant dairy farming and management experience - How you work together as a managing couple - Your approach to farm performance, people leadership and reporting **Farm Size (ha)**: 220 **Peak Herd Size (cows)**: 450 **Typical On-farm Staff**: 3 **Position Start Date**: 01/06/2026 **Accommodation available**: large 5 bedroom, two and half bathroom, double garging plus seperate double garage, pool, spa, two lounges, large kitchen and scullery **Hour Type**: negotiable **Average Hours Per week**: 50 **Roster**: Triple rotation - 7 Days on / 2 days Off - 7 Days on / 2 days Off - 7 Days on / 3 days Off **Remuneration paid by**: By Negotiation

Spring calving flat farm on marine clay soil near Ruawai in Northland. Good facilities including HB cowshed, feedpad and 3 houses. Target production around 400kgMS/cow. Would suit Contract Milker or smaller 50/50 Sharemilker looking to progress. Could start at 300 cows self-contained and build herd size. Must have excellent pasture and feed management skills, and ideally experience managing wet soils. Must have New Zealand farming experience and two recent referees who will attest to farm management ability. Please apply via the following link 50/50 SM or CM Ruawai Farm Size (ha) 212 Peak Herd Size (cows) 400 Typical On-farm Staff 3.5 Position Start Date 01/06/2026 Accommodation available 3 houses on the property Hour Type negotiable Average Hours Per week Varies Roster By negotiation Remuneration paid by By Negotiation

We are after an experienced 2IC for our 1100 cow dairy farm 15 minutes from Tapawera, 45 minutes from Richmond. A minimum of 5 years NZ dairy farming experience required. Must be motivated & enthusiastic with a positive attitude. We need someone capable of assisting in the day-to-day management, with duties including: - Pasture allocation - Dairy shed management including monthly checks - Animal health & lame cow management - Assisting with staff training & management - Summer crop management - Other daily duties needed to run the dairy farm Applicants need to be currently in New Zealand & able to attend an on-farm interview. Farm Size (ha): 500 Peak Herd Size (cows): 1100 Typical On-farm Staff: 6 Accommodation available: Nice bedroom house on school bus route Hour Type: week Average Hours Per week: 40 Roster: Triple rotation - 7 Days on / 2 days Off - 7 Days on / 2 days Off - 7 Days on / 3 days Off Remuneration paid by: By Negotiation

Due to unforeseen circumstances relisting. Drive Production. Elevate Performance. Lift Profitability. Our client is seeking an energetic, forward-thinking 50/50 sharemilker ready to step into a well-resourced, high-performing dairying business and take it to the next level. This is an opportunity to build your own success on a property with scale, strong historical performance and the foundations for future growth. With a long-term production average of 145,000 kgMS and peak seasons of 160,000 kgMS from Holstein Friesian cows, this farm has proven output. The herd has now been sold — leaving the gate wide open for the next generation to come in, build their own herd, and shape the direction of the farming system. A recent Farmax review indicates a minimum production of 120,000 kgMS under a crossbred herd, but the modelling also makes one thing clear: there’s significantly more potential to unlock here. Why This Opportunity Stands Out A well-set-up property designed for efficiency, animal welfare and consistent results: - 360 crossbred/Friesian cows with a preferred planned start of calving around 15 July - 148 effective hectares — 100 ha flat, 48 ha easy rolling, including 85 ha effluent area - 36-aside herringbone shed with strong infrastructure to support scale - Feed pad, two wintering pads, and extensive implement shedding - 15 ha of maize on-platform, plus homegrown baleage and bulk silage - PKE, DDG and Soy meal imported to drive performance and hit targets - Labour requirement: 2.5–3 FTE - Healthy Homes-certified, 3-bedroom home, plus double garage - Only 25 km to central Whangārei Build Your System. Grow Your Business. The surrounding support network amplifies the opportunity: - Neighbouring calf grazing eliminates cartage costs and keeps your replacements close - Lease block directly across the road ideal for rearing heifers under your own management, perfect set-up for AI programmes, giving you more control and faster genetic progress - Strong infrastructure allows for future-focused, sustainable system design If you thrive on improving performance, love your cows, and want to be part of a supportive, collaborative partnership, this is a position where your skills and ambition will be valued and rewarded. Shape the System, Drive the Direction One of the most exciting aspects of this opportunity is the farm owner’s willingness to evolve the system. If you bring well-thought-out ideas, solid analysis, and a clear case for value, you’ll find a partner open to change. Whether it’s refining feed strategy, or adopting new technologies, this is a place where informed innovation is encouraged — and where the right sharemilker can help shape the future of the business. Who We’re Looking For A passionate sharemilker who brings: - A genuine love of cows and high-quality stockmanship - Strong communication and a team-first approach - Drive to improve productivity and build a sustainable, resilient system - A commitment to care, integrity, and good on-farm practices If you’re ready to step into a rewarding, future-focused 50/50 opportunity, we’d love to hear from you. Applicants must: - Be eligible to work in New Zealand - Be drug-free - Provide an up-to-date CV with references, including current employer

50/50 Sharemilking role, great for a first time 50/50 sharemilker. 235-240 cow business milking through a 20 ashb shed on 74 effective ha of rolling country situated halfway between Matamata and Morrinsville. Farm Size (ha): 74 Peak Herd Size (cows): 240 Typical On-farm Staff: 1.5 Accommodation available: 3 brm home in good order with a dble garage that also has a rumpus room attached. Hour Type: negotiable Average Hours Per week: What is required to operate the farm Roster: By negotiation Remuneration paid by: Percentage of milk cheque

About 180 Cows. Looking for very strong animal welfare and pasture management skills and good communication. Currently a highly pasture-based system with silage bales made on farm. Flexibility could be offered in this role such as cow numbers, type, term, calves reared. The farm is flat with a good herringbone cowshed. Primary school close by. Farm Size (ha): 68 Peak Herd Size (cows): 180 Typical On-farm Staff: 1 Position Start Date: 01/06/2026 Accommodation available: 3 Bedroom Hour Type: negotiable Average Hours Per week: negotiable Roster: By negotiation Remuneration paid by: Percentage of milk cheque