Farm hand 2IC

THIS POSITION IS ONLY FOR NZ residents and citizens, must be currently in NZ. Due to unforeseen circumstances, we are looking for someone to start 15th July, 5 minutes from Woodville, 15 min from Palmerston North, 700 cows' fully self contained with a beef calf rearing operation on the side. Split calving 600 Spring 100 Autumn All youngstock on farm, 2 cow sheds 18aside and 37 aside at different ends of the farm, In-Shed feeding in both sheds 37 aside has ACR's, Auto teat spray and Auto draft. We have halter collars on all cows, (our 4th season with Halter) Brand new house (2 years old) 3 bedrooms plus office, We are award winning operators; our current full-time staff have been with us for 8 and 9 years respectively. We will cater this position depending on experience, farm assistant to herd manager. We encourage and support ITO training, and for the right person there will be future opportunities to progress within our business. Farm Size (ha) 400 Peak Herd Size (cows) 700 Typical On-farm Staff 4.5 Position Start Date 15/07/2026 Accommodation available New 3 bedroom house plus an office. Hour Type season Average Hours Per week 50 Roster Single rotation - 10 Days on / 3 days Off Remuneration paid by Total Package Value (e.g. Salary and/or benefits)

Farm Assistant or Herd Manager role - 930 cows Our business is expanding and we are looking for a Farm Assistant or Herd Manager to join our existing team in Clydevale/Rongahere. This role will be on our 930 cow unit, which will run alongside the neighboring 300 cow farm we have just purchased. The successful applicant will be a key member of our team and, while focused on the 930 cow farm, you will occasionally assist across both units. We are hands-on and supportive employers, and this role would suit someone looking to step up and grow within a progressive dairy business. Farm System The 930 cow unit includes: - 60-bail rotary - Cup removers - Drafting and in-shed feeding The neighboring 300 cow farm features: - 36-bail rotary shed - Cup removers - Newly installed drafting and in-shed feeding system - CowManager monitoring Both farms operate with a strong focus on animal health, pasture management and production performance. We Are Looking For Someone Who Is: - Passionate about cow health, nutrition and production - Committed to meeting and exceeding farm targets - Proactive and forward thinking - A strong communicator who works well within a team - Keen to learn and utilise on-farm technology - Takes pride in maintaining high farm standards - Committed to following farm health and safety procedures and contributing to a safe working environment Requirements - Minimum 2 years dairy farming experience in New Zealand - Confident speaking and understanding conversational English - Ability to work independently and within a team - Full driver’s license (travel in farm vehicles to wintering blocks may be required) What We Offer - Supportive and hands-on employers - Opportunity to grow within an expanding dairy business - Competitive remuneration salary package (based on experience). - Part time seasonal work available for a partner if required. - Accommodation provided. School bus at the road corner with a great local school, kindy and community. Both positions include a 3 bedroom home as part of the package. Applicants must include a CV and references. References will be contacted if you progress through the recruitment process. Farm Size (ha) 350ha Peak Herd Size (cows) 930 Typical On-farm Staff 6 over both farms Position Start Date 01/07/2026 Accommodation available 3 bedroom home on farm Hour Type week Average Hours Per week 30-55 Roster Triple rotation - 7 Days on / 2 days Off - 7 Days on / 2 days Off - 7 Days on / 3 days Off Remuneration paid by Total Package Value (e.g. Salary and/or benefits)

We are after a new farm assistant as our other is moving up to herd manager experience is welcomed but not required the right attitude is a must. We milk 840 cows through a 5 year old 54 bail rotary shed with auto cup removers, teat spray, drafting and wash. All flat ground 2 mins from Dunedin airport. Roster is 8 days on 4 days off all year.

We are seeking a Dairy Farm Assistant to join our team. Our farm is in North Otago, 25 minutes west of Oamaru. Our owner/operated farm emphasizes animal welfare, pasture management, and sustainable farming practices. Experience is preferred, but we value a positive attitude, a willingness to learn, honesty, and integrity above prior farming experience. Responsibilities: - Milking in a 40-aside herringbone shed equipped with an in-shed feed system - Feeding livestock and performing general stock care - Setting up break fencing - Calf rearing during the appropriate season - Effluent and shed hygiene management - Assisting with various seasonal tasks across the farm Comprehensive training and ongoing support will be provided, and we support off-farm education such as PrimaryITO. Ideal candidates will: - Be reliable, positive, honest, and open to learning new skills - Work effectively both independently (after training) and as part of a team - Be comfortable handling livestock - Hold a full or restricted NZ driver licence - Currently reside in New Zealand and/or possess a valid NZ work visa - Be able to provide two references, one being your current employer Please note a high level of English proficiency is required. We operate a zero-tolerance policy regarding drug use and don't allow smoking or vaping within homes, sheds, and vehicles. This position offers an excellent opportunity for individuals who are keen to start their dairy farming career, love working with animals and in the outdoors, and are eager to develop their skills within a supportive small team environment.

Milking, mastitis detection, calving, tractor work, side by side experience, grass management, gentleness with cows important. Farm Size (ha): 200 hectares plus 90 hectare runoff Peak Herd Size (cows): 330 Typical On-farm Staff: 1 person calves, 1 half day, manager at peak times Position Start Date: 06/04/2026 Accommodation available: Yes Hour Type: season Average Hours Per week: 40 Roster: Single rotation - 10 Days on / 2 days Off Remuneration paid by: By Negotiation

One of our team is progressing to a more senior role after 6 years with us, so we have an opportunity for someone wanting to join a supportive team with a good history of staff retention. Milking 520 cows at Gordonton, we will achieve over 250,000 kg milksolids this season from our friendly girls who rank in the top 2% on BW. Our target for next season is to reach 260,000 kg milksolids, while achieving a 10% empty rate. Excellent pasture management, aided by the Aimer app, and a healthy well fed herd are important to us, as is sharing our knowledge with people wanting to grow. We seek people already based in NZ to work alongside us to achieve our goals. The key responsibilities of the role are: 1. Manage supplement quality and utilization so that we can achieve our goal of 500 kg MS/cow. 2. Manage animal health treatments. 3. Maintenance of our plant and equipment. 4. Assist in managing pasture to maximise quality and pasture eaten. You might be the person to fill the empty boots if you are: - someone with 2+ years experience in NZ wanting to learn from experienced and respected operators, although recent career changers may be considered. - a self motivated individual who pays attention to detail. - an individual with good stockmanship.

We have an exciting opportunity for a farm assistant/trainee herd manager to join our team. The farm is located in the great community of Te Pahu less than 10 minutes from Pirongia and also close to Hamilton, Te Awamutu and Raglan. We run a System 3 farm with 300 cows milked through a 36ASHB with in-shed feeding and ACR's. This position would suit someone who already has some basic farming experience and is looking to gain the knowledge and experience to take the next step in their farming career. Quality training will be provided in all aspects of farming including animal health, pasture management, farm machinery operation and fencing with introduction to feed budgets and MINDA if desired. This position could also suit someone new to the industry if they are highly motivated and keen to give all aspects of farming a go. The current owner has managed multiple farms previously up to 1000 cows of varying input levels and is keen to pass knowledge on and help people progress through the industry. We are enthusiastic about people gaining and improving industry skills and fully support off-farm training such as AGITO and attendance at local discussion groups and training days. The ideal applicant will have a positive can-do attitude and a high standard of work. We offer a competitive remuneration package including wet weather gear, gumboots, firewood and phone allowance. The roster will vary depending on the time of the season but a healthy work/life balance is considered a priority and regular time off is scheduled. The roster is negotiable to best suit the needs of the employee. To apply please send in your C.V. and a cover letter. Applicants must be currently in New Zealand with a current NZ work visa - we can not offer an accredited work visa (applications which do not meet these criteria will not be considered). The successful applicant will be required to participate in a drug test on appointment.

Role readvertised due to change in circumstances of candidate. One of our Drystock Managers has made the decision to go dairy farming so we are looking for a Dairy Support Manager who will support the Dairy Manager, covering time off for the dairy team as well as work alongside the other Drystock Manager. The role includes; - Regular cover for the dairy team during calving & mating (mid July to mid November) - Milking 580 cows at peak through a 36ashb - Getting in cows and calves - Feeding out silage and maize (no feed pad) - Putting up and taking down break fences - Diagnosing and treating animal health issues including mastitis and lameness - Reactive and planned maintenance Drystock management (all dairy youngstock, carry over cows, rearing and finishing beef) - Feeding out silage - Putting up and taking down break fences (all mobs get daily breaks) - Drenching and vaccinating stock - Reactive and planned maintenance - Diagnosing and treating animal health issues in a timely manner The ideal candidate will; - Have a minimum of three years milking cows and diagnosing and treating health issues in dairy cattle - Be physically fit and able to walk up and down hills putting up break fences for drystock - Be confident on a two wheeler (use of quad bikes on drystock not permitted) - Be able to confidently operate a tractor with implements - Be able to identify and fix water leaks and power shorts - Be self motivated and able to work alone as well as be part of a team - Be willing to change the day's plan when something pops up that needs urgent attention, either on the drystock unit or the dairy unit - Demonstrate empathy for cows and calves - Be confident working in the yards with large cattle (steers and bulls) - Be able to accurately calculate pasture cover and area to ensure all animals are adequately fed every day The farm is in zone for Korakonui School (years 0-8). There is a bus at the corner 4km away for Korakonui School, Te Awamutu Intermediate and Te Awamutu College. Dogs are not required for this role and are not allowed on farm. We also have a strict no children on farm policy for health and safety reasons. Please include a CV and cover letter with your application and three recent references. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Farm Size (ha): 180 Peak Herd Size (cows): 580 Typical On-farm Staff: 3 Position Start Date: 01/06/2026 Accommodation available: Three bedroom or four bedroom house available depending on family situation Hour Type: week Average Hours Per week: 45 Roster: By negotiation Remuneration paid by: By Negotiation

We are seeking a reliable and motivated Dairy assistant herd manager to join our team on a focused dairy farm. This is a great opportunity to be part of a supportive team environment, grow your skills and not everyday is the same. **About the Role:** You will assist with the day-to-day running of the farm, working alongside the farm manager and 2ic to maintain high standards of production, animal welfare, farm presentation, health and safety and staff well being. **Key Responsibilities:** - Milking and maintaining shed hygiene - Monitoring herd health and reporting issues - Feeding and shifting stock - Assisting during calving - Effluent management - Operating farm machinery where required inc feeding out and loading - Have pride in your work **Roster:** This position operates on a 11/3 roster August- November, 5 /2 December- July, providing a good balance of work and regular time off. **What We’re Looking For:** - Previous dairy farming experience - two years experience required - Positive attitude, reliability, and strong work ethic - Physically fit and comfortable working outdoors in all weather - Ability to work both independently and as part of a team - Good understanding of animal welfare and health & safety practices - Driver’s licence **What We Offer:** - Competitive pay package based on experience - Supportive team environment - Ongoing training and development opportunities - Fun enjoyable work environment - Accommodation available on farm 3 bedroom modern home - Work to life balance

We are looking for a hard working and enthusiastic assistant manager to assist the manager in daily operations of the farm. About us and our farm… We our a couple who have in the dairy industry for the past 10 years, we share milk our beautiful 500 kiwi cross breed cows on a 190ha farm, through a 55 bail rotary shed, equipped with a Protrack drafting system, automatic teat sprayer, automatic cup removers, and auto wash system. We are also putting halter on for our next season which we are really excited about! We milk our cows OAD year round.(Cups on is 6am)We encourage a good work to life balance and care about our staff’s wellbeing. What where looking for… On our farm we run 3 staff( a herd manager, a assistant manager, and a manager) due to our current assistant manager who is leaving us at the end of the season to take on a management role we are looking at getting someone in to replace him, we are looking for someone who is… •Hard Working • Willing to learn and give everything a go • Has a good sense of humour • Someone who loves dairy farming • Has at least 2 years experience in dairy farming If this sounds like you, and your wanting to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.