Calf rearer

We are seeking a Farm Assistant who is motivated, honest and reliable to assist us over calving and mating on our 171ha dairy farm milking 560 cows through a 44-bail rotary with automatic teat spray, 15 minutes from Oamaru. Must have at least 1 years of New Zealand dairy farming experience. As a Farm Assistant your duties will include: - animal welfare - milking - shed and plant washes - effluent management - general farming duties The successful applicant must be capable of riding a motorbike and drive a tractor, have a strong work ethic, able to work as a team and the willingness to learn. One bedroom unit available. If you are interested, please send your CV with current references. Please do not apply if you are not working in New Zealand as we are not visa accredited.

Ready for your next challenge? We’re seeking a full time, fixed term Assistant Manager/2IC to join our team at Mowata Two, we’re keen for someone with a can-do attitude with problem solving abilities, our ideal applicant has a minimum of 2 years’ farming experience, prioritizes health and safety, skilled in pasture-based system based system. 📍 Location: Rangitata, just 15 minutes from Geraldine and 35 minutes from Ashburton: 201 hectare 750 peak milking 54 bail rotary 2 pivots 🌱 About Us: Dairy Holdings Ltd operates 69 dairy farms and over 20 support blocks that has been operating for over 25 years. We pride ourselves on our approach that is based around our people, our process, and our pasture, always with the health and safety of our people first and foremost. We aim to be an employer of choice, with excellent training and development opportunities and a clear career pathway to Management, Contract Milking and Sharemilking for the right people. 📋 Key Responsibilities: - Pasture and feed management - Animal care and welfare - Shed management and milk quality - Herd management and calf rearing - Land use and farm presentation - General farm maintenance - Health and safety compliance - Staff management - Accurate record keeping and financial management 👤 Who We’re Looking For: You’ll thrive in this role if you: - Put health and safety first - Have experience in pasture-based systems - Are committed to environmental and animal welfare standards - Possess strong people management and problem-solving skills - Bring a proactive, can-do attitude 💼 What We Offer: - Competitive salary (negotiable based on experience) - On-farm housing available - Opportunities for career growth within our wider farming business 📝 Additional Requirements: - Must pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and criminal background check - Must hold and maintain a valid New Zealand work visa Apply now by sending your CV through at jobs@dairyholdings.co.nz

Herd Manager (Junior) – Progressive Dairy Farm | Near Dunsandel Grow your dairy career with a supportive team behind you. Gladfield Dairies is a progressive, people-first dairy operation milking 1,500 cows through a modern 60-bail rotary. We’re looking for a motivated Junior Herd Manager ready to step up, build confidence, and grow their skills alongside an experienced Farm Manager and supportive team. We run a tidy, well-maintained farm with modern systems, clear processes, and a tight-knit team of five who work hard and back each other. If you take pride in your work and want to keep improving, you’ll fit right in. What We Offer - Real opportunity to grow and take on increasing responsibility - Modern 60-bail rotary with ACRs, auto teat spray & drafting - In-shed feeding - Automatic vat and plant wash - Supportive, experienced team environment - Competitive pay based on experience - Good 5/2 roster with genuine work/life balance - Opportunity to grow with herd expansion and farm development - Great rural lifestyle close to town amenities The Role You’ll work alongside the Farm Manager and team to: - Support daily farm operations - Help run efficient milking routines - Assist with animal health and stock performance - Learn to identify and troubleshoot issues - Operate machinery (ATVs, tractors, etc.) - Carry out general farm maintenance This is a hands-on role suited to someone practical, reliable, and keen to build their career in dairying. About the Farm - 447 ha total | 401 ha effective - 5 pivots, 3 rotorainers, 2 guns and fixed grid - 1,500 cows - Strong focus on systems, efficiency, and continual improvement - Located 10 minutes from Dunsandel and within easy reach of Rolleston and Christchurch. Schools, shops, rivers, hunting, fishing, and Young Farmers nearby — a great spot to build both career and lifestyle. You’ll Bring - 2+ years dairy farming experience - Good understanding of stockmanship and animal health - Positive attitude and willingness to learn - Strong work ethic and reliability - Knowledge and understanding with irrigation and shifting irrigators - Confidence operating basic farm machinery - High standards for shed hygiene and presentation - Full or restricted Class 1 driver licence If you’re ready to take the next step in your dairy career on a well-run, progressive farm with genuine development opportunities, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and we’ll be in touch for a chat.

Farm Assistant – NZ Only Experienced Dairy Farm Position We are looking for a motivated and reliable kiwi Farm Assistant to join our progressive dairy farming operation. Location: Waikato, New Zealand About the role: You will be involved in all aspects of day-to-day dairy farming, including: - Milking and shed hygiene - Animal health and calving - Moving stock and feeding - Fencing and general farm maintenance - Identifying and reporting animal health issues - Operating farm vehicles and equipment safely What we're looking for: - A minimum of 2 years' dairy farming experience - Confident milking and handling livestock independently - Strong work ethic with good communication skills - Reliable, honest, and able to work as part of a team - A commitment to animal welfare and health and safety - A current New Zealand driver's licence is essential - Ability to operate machinery (tractor and two wheeler) What we offer: - Competitive pay based on experience - On-farm accommodation available - Supportive working environment - Opportunity to develop your skills and progress within the business - Use of halter for herd movements and animal health monitoring on farm If you're a hardworking dairy farmer looking for your next opportunity, we'd love to hear from you. We are not accredited, so therefore only New Zealand citizens will be considered for this role. Please send your CV and a brief introduction outlining your experience and references when applying.

Hello we are in Te Aroha, Waikato. We milk 300 cows mainly Holsteins in a 30 a side Herringbone. Calvings are quick and easy here. We calf 3 times a year, 25 days at a time and we produced 9,800 litres and 778 milk solids a cow last season. We really like to look after our cows here, and feeding them well is top priority. We have Inshed feeding and a Feedpad. We are looking for someone with previous farming experience, someone who has good stockmanship and is keen to learn and enjoy how we farm here. There is also plenty of variety here from tractor driving, fencing, milking, all youngstock on farm and learning high input system and feeding cows. We have a 2 bedroom house available and offer good pay and time off. We also show cows and are very much into our breeding. We make our own silage, hay and maize on farm and we also have all youngstock on farm as well as some beef stock. Start date negotiable. Valid worker visas can happy apply as well but not if you don’t have one already thanks. If you are interested, can you please send your CV to Michael.terpstra.1.4@gmail.com Thank you.

Assist team with all aspects of dairy farming from calf rearing, milking, plant wash, fencing and all other general duties. 1st year conversion. Protract, 60 bale rotary with ecr and in shed feeding. New bikes absolutely safety gear provided. Experienced staff and management in place. Encouraged to increase your knowledge and career. Farm Size (ha): 230 Peak Herd Size (cows): 850 Typical On-farm Staff: 4 Position Start Date: 01/09/2026 Accommodation available: 2 bed cottage with firewood. Hour Type: negotiable Average Hours Per week: 45 Roster: Double rotation - 8 Days on / 2 days Off - 8 Days on / 3 days Off Remuneration paid by: By Negotiation Remuneration if Total Package Value (e.g. Salary and/or benefits): 75000

Gladfield is a people first 650 ha agriculture operation based in Dunsandel. We are looking for an energetic and experienced tractor driver to be part of our young team. We run a very tidy well-maintained farm with our own workshop and mechanic. A wide range of tractor work and machine operation is available from, Cultivation, Bailage, Mowing, Crop spraying, Harvesting, Loader work and Truck driving. What we offer Genuine Friendly environment Enthusiastic and down-to-earth team members Well maintained and tidy operation with good leadership Accommodation to suit Great rural lifestyle, close to Christchurch and all amenities School bus available at gate Competitive pay based on experience. Free beer on Fridays. Good 5/2 roster and work life balance Supportive team environment The role You will work closely with other team leaders to ensure that important operations are carried out on time and operate all farm machinery carrying out daily and seasonal routines including: Cultivation, Seeding, Mowing, Bailing, Irrigation, Spraying, Fertiliser spreading, Harvesting, Cartage Work with Crop agronomist to manage crop husbandry Trouble shoot daily issues and come up with solutions to keep things moving Maintain records where required Carry out every day general maintenance and servicing of equipment. About the farm 650 ha Arable Cropping, Dairy support, and Dairy platform Large grain handling facility Fully irrigated with 5 Pivots, Fix grid, Rotor Rainers, Turbo Rainers and Hard hose guns. Located just 10 minutes from Dunsandel and within easy reach of Rolleston and Christchurch, Schools shops, Rivers, Hunting, Fishing, and Young Farmers Nearby. You’ll Bring 3+ years tractor driving experience Experience with GPS guidance systems Trimble, Agleader Knowledge of CVT transmissions Basic mathematics and calculating skills Good mechanical mind Strong work ethic with ability to change gears with out being told. Good communication and organisation skills Good record keeping Team mentality

🐄 Ready for your next challenge? Our Mowata Two farm, is 201ha, located near Geralding. Using a pasture-based farming system with a strong focus on animal welfare. We’re seeking a calf rearer to join our team. 📍 Location: Rangitata, just 15 minutes from Geraldine and 35 minutes from Ashburton 🛠️ About the Role: This is a fixed term, full-time position focused on: - Assisting with the rearing of approx. 360 calves 🌱 About Us: Dairy Holdings Ltd operates 69 dairy farms and over 20 support blocks that has been operating for over 25 years. We pride ourselves on our approach that is based around our people, our process, and our pasture, always with the health and safety of our people first and foremost. We aim to be an employer of choice, with excellent training and development opportunities and a clear career pathway to Management, Contract Milking and Sharemilking for the right people. 📋 Key Responsibilities: - Daily feed and nutrition - Animal care and welfare - Hygiene and shed maintenance - Weaning - Health and safety compliance - Accurate record keeping 👤 Who We’re Looking For: You’ll thrive in this role if you: - Put health and safety first - Have experience or keen to learn - Are committed to environmental and animal welfare standards - Bring a proactive, can-do attitude 💼 What We Offer: - Competitive salary (negotiable based on experience) - On-farm accommodation maybe available. - Opportunities for career growth within our wider farming business 📝 Additional Requirements: - Must pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and criminal background check - Must hold and maintain a valid New Zealand work visa Apply now by sending your CV through at jobs@dairyholdings.co.nz

**About the Role** Badsha Farming Limited is seeking a reliable and hardworking Dairy Farm Assistant to join our dairy farming operation in Waikato. This is a permanent full-time role supporting the day-to-day operations of a busy dairy farm with approximately 400 peak cows. The successful applicant will work as part of a team and assist with general dairy farming duties to maintain efficient farm operations and animal welfare standards. **Key Responsibilities** The duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: - Milking cows and maintaining milking hygiene standards - Assisting with feeding and supplement distribution - Setting up and shifting break fences - Monitoring animal health and reporting any illness or injury promptly - Checking and maintaining water troughs and farm infrastructure - Weed spraying and grubbing - Assisting with effluent management - Moving and operating sprinklers and irrigation equipment - Operating 2-wheelers and quad bikes safely - General farm maintenance and cleaning duties - Assisting the Farm Manager with daily farm operations **Requirements** To be considered for this role, applicants should: - Be physically fit and capable of performing manual outdoor work - Have a positive attitude and strong work ethic - Be honest, reliable, and able to work within a team environment - Have good communication skills - Be confident riding 2-wheelers and quad bikes - Be willing to undergo random drug testing under the farm’s drug-free workplace policy Previous dairy farming experience of at least 1 year is mandatory, required training may be provided to suitable candidates. **Accommodation** Shared three-bedroom accommodation may be available on-site, subject to availability. Strictly no pets allowed.

🚀 Ready for your next challenge? We are seeking a fixed term full time Dairy Farm Assistant to join our team at our Mowata Two. We’re keen for someone with a can-do attitude with problem solving abilities, our ideal applicant has a minimum of 1 years’ farming experience, prioritizes health and safety, skilled in pasture-based system. 📍 Location: Rangitata, just 15 minutes from Geraldine and 35 minutes from Ashburton: 201 hectare 750 peak milking 54 bail rotary 2 pivots 🌱 About Us: Dairy Holdings Ltd operates 69 dairy farms and over 20 support blocks that has been operating for over 25 years. We pride ourselves on our approach that is based around our people, our process, and our pasture, always with the health and safety of our people first and foremost. We aim to be an employer of choice, with excellent training and development opportunities and a clear career pathway to Management, Contract Milking and Sharemilking for the right people. 📋 Key Responsibilities: - Milking - Pasture and feed management - Animal management - Farm maintenance - Health and safety - Record keeping 👤 Who We’re Looking For: You’ll thrive in this role if you: - Put health and safety first - Have experience or keen to learn - Are committed to environmental and animal welfare standards - Bring a proactive, can-do attitude 💼 What We Offer: - Options for cow ownership - Strong support network within Dairy Holdings to ultimately support your success - Our best people progress through our business. - On-farm shared housing available. 📝 Additional Requirements: - Must pass pre-employment drug and alcohol screening and criminal background check Apply now by sending your CV through at jobs@dairyholdings.co.nz