Casual Agriculture Jobs

Drive in relief milker required, located near Waianiwa (approx. 20mins from Invercargill, 20mins from Winton). Approx. 3-4 Milking’s a week at this stage. Flexible with days/dates. Approx. 280 cows in older 24 aside herringbone shed. Cups on approx. 7AM & 5PM, but flexible. Cows generally close to shed & fences all set up. Must have milking experience and be able to work sole charge. Must be able to ride a quad. Roughly 3hrs in morning & 2 1/2 hours in afternoons.

Relief Milker position available to cover staff time off and our busy periods May/June and Aug- Dec. Small house available on farm, flexible rosters to work around you. 5min to Winton. Must be a New Zealand Citizen.

We are seeking a motivated individual for relief milking or farm assistant duties on a roster basis, with an immediate start available. The role involves milking 1,580 cows twice daily using an 80 bail rotary shed equipped with automatic cup removers (ACR), in-shed feeding and automatic teat spray. If you are reliable, enjoy working with livestock, and are ready to join our team, please get in touch through email (milkyland.ltd@gmail.com) or call/text 02108360850. We are 10 min away from Ashburton. Accommodation provided. Farm Size (ha): 400 Peak Herd Size (cows): 1580 Typical On-farm Staff: 6 Position Start Date: 07/02/2026 Accommodation available: yes Hour Type: negotiable Average Hours Per week: 30-40 Roster: Single rotation - 6 Days on / 2 days Off Remuneration paid by: Hourly / Daily / Weekly / Monthly / Yearly

We are looking for a drive-in, full time calf rearer, to work alongside a part-timer and the permanent staff. Rearing approximately 80 heifer replacements, with the rest beef calves which will leave the farm at 4-6 days old. Due to the scale of the operation, experience would be preferred. Hours can be negotiated. Pay negotiable depending on experience.

Calf Rearer – Casual (Drive-In) Motuiti Farms – Foxton We are seeking a motivated and reliable Calf Rearer to join our team for the coming calving season (July to August / early September). This is a casual, drive-in position, located 5 minutes from Foxton township. About the Farm Motuiti Farms is a well-established, 10-year-old dairy farm with excellent calf-rearing infrastructure, including a 12-bay calf rearing shed located beside the milking shed. Key Responsibilities You will be responsible for the full calf-rearing process, including: - Assisting with collecting calves from paddocks - Tubing calves with high-quality gold colostrum on Day 1 - Feeding colostrum for the first 4–5 days - Mixing and feeding milk powder (lifting 25 kg bags) - Feeding meal to calves (25 kg bags) - Daily cleaning and washing down of calf feeding areas and feeders - Feeding calves in paddocks and shifting calves between paddocks - Weekly disinfecting of the calf shed - Identifying, treating, recording, and reporting sick calves Key Duties Summary - Feeding and caring for calves - Maintaining shed hygiene and bedding - Monitoring calf health and welfare - Accurate record keeping - Following animal welfare standards and farm SOPs About You - Previous dairy farming experience required - Must have completed at least one calving season - Reliable, punctual, and well organised - Good stock handling skills - Able to work early mornings - Strong communication skills and ability to work independently or within a team - High standard of animal health awareness and record keeping What We Offer - Excellent calf-rearing facilities - Supportive team environment – no dramas - Well-run, organised operation Additional Information - This is a non-smoking farm - Pre-employment drug testing and/or criminal history checks may apply - If you enjoy calf rearing and take pride in animal care, we’d love to hear from you. Applicants must already reside in New Zealand and be available for interview.

Relief milker required to help milk 520 cows, every second weekend, Friday till Monday, till the end of the season. Farm is located at Maitland, 15 minutes from Gore. Drive in position. Please email for more information.

Calf Rearer – 2026/2027 Season We’re looking for a reliable and motivated calf rearer for next season, starting around 29 June for approximately 3 months. This role would suit someone with calf rearing experience, however training can be provided for the right person. You’ll need to be confident handling young stock, able to work independently, and happy working outdoors through winter and early spring. You’ll be responsible for the day-to-day care of calves. Around 270 calves will go through the sheds over the season, with 60–70 kept as replacements. Being organised, physically fit, and having a good eye for animal health and welfare is important, as you’ll be responsible for the calf shed and routines. We’re open to either one full-time person or two part-time people. Drive-in position. Must be able to drive a Quad bike. The role includes: - Feeding calves (milk, meal, hay and water) - Daily health checks and treating sick calves - Keeping sheds, pens and equipment clean - Recording treatments and working with us and the vet when needed - Maintaining a high standard of animal welfare and hygiene

Relief Milker – Ealing, Mid Canterbury Location: Ealing (Hinds) (20 minutes from Ashburton, 25 minutes from Geraldine, 5 minutes from Hinds) We are seeking a Relief Milker to assist on our well-run Mid Canterbury dairy farm. This role offers flexibility and would suit someone looking for regular relief work or additional milkings. Farm Details: - 650 cows - 54-bail rotary shed - Automatic Cup Removers (ACRs) - Efficient, modern dairy operation Role Responsibilities: - Sole charge of the dairy shed during milkings - Morning milking: cups on at 5:00am - Afternoon milking: cups on at 2:30pm - Maintain good milking hygiene and animal welfare standards Roster & Hours: - Flexible days and roster - Open to discussing availability to suit the right person Skills & Experience: - Milking experience preferred but not essential - Training can be provided for the right attitude - Must be reliable, punctual, and capable of working independently Remuneration: - Pay rate based on experience Please do not apply if you are not in NZ or do not have the correct working Visa. If you are interested or would like more information, please apply via the Farmsource website.

We are looking for someone to do a couple of milkings a week for rent. May have additional work through the busy periods of the season which we will pay an hourly wage for. We are located 10 minutes from Darfield and 15 minutes from Rolleston. Farm Size (ha): 174 Peak Herd Size (cows): 680 Typical On-farm Staff: 3.5 Position Start Date: 01/02/2026 Accommodation available: 2 bedroom cottage Hour Type: negotiable Average Hours Per week: 6 Roster: By negotiation Remuneration paid by: Hourly / Daily / Weekly / Monthly / Yearly

We are seeking a reliable, hard working and experienced relief milker to join our team. We are situated near Duntroon, North Otago. Milking 1200 cows through a 60 bale rotary shed. If you feel you have the skills necessary to fill this position we would love to hear from you.

We are looking for a relief milker to help cover staff leave for the month of April 2026. Currently milking 850 cows on a 60 bail rotary on the edge of Hawera. The farm is a 5 minute drive from Hawera township so would suit anyone living in town. Negotiable hours and pay, but looking for someone available morning and afternoon milkings, so please get in touch to discuss. Please only apply if eligible to work in NZ already.

We require someone to help calf rearing this Autumn. Starting around the 1st March. We have 500 cows to calve over 6 weeks. We have an automated calf feeding shed. Position involves training new calves and then transitioning them onto the auto feeders. Cleaning and washing down each day. Start 7:30am to approx 10am, varies depending on numbers, and then 2:30 to 5:30ish. Experience preferred but not essential. This is a drive in position. We are 15 minutes from Te Awamutu.

We require a relief milker for our 360 cows, 32 bale rotary. Sole charge, so must be capable and experienced. Must be available on weekends and some week days would be ideal. Flexible on days. Drive in position in Cust, North Canterbury. Hourly rate.

Experieced and reliable person required to milk cows on once a day milking farm, suitable for someone in the Dannevirke/Woodville area - duties include getting the cows, milking, animal health detection and treatment, competent record keeping. Farm Size (ha): 112 Peak Herd Size (cows): 160 Position Start Date: 02/02/2026 Accommodation available: No Hour Type: negotiable Average Hours Per week: up to 4 hours per day Roster: By negotiation Remuneration paid by: Hourly / Daily / Weekly / Monthly / Yearly

We are looking for a milker to milk every afternoon and every second weekend (including Friday) we have 350 Holsteins milked in a 34 cup rotary. Cows just need to be brought in off the feed pad every milking. They are very quiet cows and you will need to have excellent stockmanship with them. 3 bedroom house available. Job can continue into next season for the right candidate. References will be required for the job and house. Farm Size (ha): 130 Peak Herd Size (cows): 350 Typical On-farm Staff: 2 Position Start Date: 15/01/2026 Accommodation available: Yes Hour Type: week Average Hours Per week: 20 Roster: Single rotation - 11 Days on / 3 days Off Remuneration paid by: By Negotiation

Relief milking position available. Ideally we are looking for someone who is interested in consistent 20-30 hours per week. We are located 15min drive from Tokoroa. It is a drive in position but could look at accommodations for the right person as we only have a small single room cottage available. You will be expected to milk 950 cows (2 herds of 475 cows) per milking. Flexible on roster and milkings. Normal start times are 4am-8:30 for morning milking and 1pm-5pm for afternoon milkings. If this sounds like something that would suit you then send in your CV with at least 2 previous employers.

Mays Milking is seeking an experienced and reliable casual relief milker. Work will be offered on an as-needed basis, covering a range of dairy farms. Duties include: - Milking only - Working in rotary and herringbone sheds - Following farm-specific procedures Key requirements: - Previous dairy milking experience preferred - Reliable, flexible, and able to work early mornings and/or afternoons - Calm and confident with stock - Good communication skills - Valid NZ Drivers License Opportunity: This role may progress to regular part-time casual work, with the potential for full-time employment for the right person as the business continues to grow. What we offer: - Competitive hourly rate - Clear expectations and good systems - Supportive, professional relief milking business Apply via Email: kelly.maysmilking@gmail.com

**Job Description** **WORKING HOLIDAY** Large dairy farm 25min from Hamilton requires a farm worker to assist during Calving from March to May and possibly July to September. Responsibilities include milking cows, rearing newborn calves, and assisting with spring calving. - Shared accommodation on farm. - Must be able to ride a quad bike. - Physically fit to pick up newborn calves and put them in a trailer (20-35kg calf weight). - Cannot support work visa; casual contract. - Working Holiday Visa holders welcome. - NO SMOKING. - NO CRIMINAL RECORD. - NO DRUGS OR ALCOHOL ON FARM. - MUST PASS DRUG TEST. **Farm Size:** 1000 ha **Peak Herd Size:** 2200 cows **Typical On-farm Staff:** 12 **Position Start Date:** 01/03/2026 **Accommodation available:** Shared Accommodation **Hour Type:** week **Average Hours Per week:** 40 **Roster:** Single rotation - 6 Days on / 2 days Off **Remuneration paid by:** Hourly / Daily / Weekly / Monthly / Yearly

**Job Description** Farm Assistant – Dairy Farm We are looking for a reliable Farm Assistant to join our team on a progressive dairy farm. **Key duties include:** - Milking cows and shed hygiene - Animal health and welfare - Feeding, fencing, and general farm maintenance - Operating farm machinery (training provided if needed) **What we’re looking for:** - Honest, reliable, and punctual - Able to work independently and as part of a team - Good communication skills - Previous dairy experience preferred but not essential - Must have a valid driver’s licence **What we offer:** - Competitive pay based on experience - Accommodation available - Supportive work environment - Opportunity to learn and upskill

We are looking for a sole charge relief milker to cover time off. Must be confident with working alone, doing crop fences and feeding out on a feed pad. 260 cows through a 24ashb. Based between Gordonton and Horsham Downs We are flexible with dates. Must be a NZ citizen.