Agriculture Jobs in Hawke's Bay

19 jobs found

Farm Assistant

B.W & A.M BaxterFarm AssistantDannevirke, Hawke's Bay

We are seeking a reliable Dairy Farm Assistant for our Dannevirke-based dairy farm, starting March 2026, milking approximately 300 cows through a 24-aside herringbone shed with ACR's. You will be working alongside a contract milker and the farm owner, assisting with day-to-day farm operations. Independent on-farm accommodation provided. The ideal applicant will: - Be able to solo milk (preferred) - Have basic tractor experience (preferred) - Be reliable, motivated, and willing to learn - Currently live and able to work in NZ. We are not AEWV employers On-the-job training is available, and we’re happy to teach the right person. If you’re keen to grow your skills in the dairy industry, we would love to hear from you. Please email murnanepartnership@gmail.com for more details or to send us your CV.

1w ago

Farm Manager

No8HRFarm ManagerWaipukurau, Hawke's Bay

Hedley is a pasture-first, grass-based farm set under the ranges. You’ll be managing a 650-cow operation across 225ha, milking through a 44-aside herringbone, with mixed terrain that offers real variety and keeps the job interesting. This opportunity has come about through an internal promotion, with the current Farm Manager progressing into a broader leadership role within BEL Group. So, you’ll step into a well-established operation with a long-standing, experienced team. Located around 20 minutes from Waipukurau, with a local primary school close by and other schooling options within easy reach, this is a practical move for someone wanting to grow within a progressive farming business. About BEL Group BEL Group is a large, family-owned dairy business in Central Hawke’s Bay, employing around 70 permanent staff across multiple farms and a central Business Services team. Values-led and people-focused, BEL Group is known for building long-term careers — with Working Together, Showing Pride, Delivering Results, and Being Responsible guiding how the business operates. It’s also an exciting time to join as BEL Group is investing heavily in farm development and infrastructure, with major projects underway and a clear pasture-first strategy focused on getting the most from grass through simple, repeatable systems. With solid support behind the farms, this is a business where capable people are backed to grow and take on more. The role This is a hands-on Farm Manager role where you can really make your mark. The focus is on driving performance through disciplined pasture management — turning pasture data into smart decisions, keeping the system simple and repeatable, and executing the plan well every day. Seasonal delivery is a big part of the challenge and the satisfaction. You’ll set the farm up for a strong calving, drive mating performance, and stay ahead of winter planning, while maintaining high standards of animal health, compliance and farm presentation. What we’re looking for: - Proven experience leading a dairy team and delivering results through people. - Strong pasture skills and confidence running a pasture-first, grass-based system with sound feed decisions. - Practical, organised operator who executes the plan, keeps systems simple, and stays ahead of calving, mating and winter. - High standards in animal health and welfare, with tidy routines and accurate records (including NAIT). - Comfortable with compliance and reporting, including environmental/effluent requirements and consent obligations. - Good business discipline — budget awareness, strong farm presentation, and care of assets and machinery. - Large-herd and multi-staff leadership experience is an advantage. 👉 Copy the following to apply Farm Manager - Hedley 💬 For a confidential discussion, contact Chloe on chloe@no8hr.com

1mo ago

Future Farm Manager

BEL GroupFarm ManagerWaipukurau, Hawke's Bay

Ashton is currently BEL Group’s largest dairy farm and will operate in its current form through to 31 May 2027. The farm is flat, well established, and supported by a strong, loyal, and experienced team. For the upcoming season, Ashton will continue operating as a split-calving system. At the same time, the farm will begin a major development programme, including the rollout of full irrigation and significant infrastructure upgrades over the next 18 months. Once that transition is complete and the new operating model is in place, Ashton will move to a smaller, autumn-calving system. We’re looking for a Future Farm Manager — someone ready for the next step, working alongside an on-farm senior manager and supported by the Operations Manager. You’ll share day-to-day responsibility during the current phase and contribute to the development programme and transition to the new farm system. From 1 June 2027, you’ll step into the permanent Farm Manager role on the new autumn-calving Ashton operation. Now to 31 May 2027: 2,115 cows across 580ha, 60-bale rotary, split herd (spring and autumn), Protrack, feedpad. From 1 June 2027: 1,170 cows across 259ha, 60-bale rotary, Protrack, feedpad, autumn calving. About BEL Group BEL Group is a large, family-owned dairy business in Central Hawke’s Bay, employing around 70 permanent staff across multiple farms and a central Business Services team. Values-led and people-focused, BEL Group is known for building long-term careers — with Working Together, Showing Pride, Delivering Results, and Being Responsible guiding how the business operates. It’s also an exciting time to join. BEL Group is investing heavily in farm development and infrastructure, with major projects underway and a clear pasture-first strategy focused on getting the most from grass through simple, repeatable systems. With solid support behind the farms, this is a business where capable people are backed to grow and take on more. The role This is a step-up leadership role with two phases. Between now and 31 May 2027, the focus is on running a large, high-performing split-calving operation with strong routines, clear standards, and excellent execution — with hands-on support from the other on-farm senior manager and the Operations Manager as irrigation and infrastructure upgrades roll out. From 1 June 2027, the role steps into Farm Manager of the new autumn-calving Ashton operation, embedding the system, team routines and performance expectations as the farm transitions into its long-term structure. What we’re looking for Proven experience leading a dairy team, with the confidence to operate at scale. Strong systems discipline — someone who sets standards, runs clean routines, and follows through. Sound pasture and feed management thinking, with comfort using tools and data to support decisions. Strong people leadership and communication, with a practical, calm approach when things get busy. A solid compliance mindset, tidy record keeping, and pride in presentation, assets and machinery care.

1mo ago

Farm Manager - Tarngate

No8HRFarm ManagerWaipukurau, Hawke's Bay

Tarngate is a brand-new farm within BEL Group’s major development programme. This spring-calving, pasture-first operation will milk 1,000 cows across 232ha effective, with a new 60-bale rotary under construction, full irrigation, and modern in-shed tech including in-shed feeding, auto teat spray, walk-over weigh and auto drafting to maximise pasture performance. Set on a flat, well-laid-out property, this is a rare opportunity to help establish a new farm from the ground up — embedding strong routines, building a great team, and setting the system up for long-term success. It suits an experienced leader with proven pasture capability and strong people leadership. Located around 15 minutes from Waipukurau and close to schools and local amenities, Tarngate includes a large on-farm family home that will be refurbished. About BEL Group BEL Group is a large, family-owned dairy business in Central Hawke’s Bay, employing around 70 permanent staff across multiple farms and a central Business Services team. Values-led and people-focused, BEL Group is known for building long-term careers — with Working Together, Showing Pride, Delivering Results, and Being Responsible guiding how the business operates. It’s also an exciting time to join. BEL Group is investing heavily in farm development and infrastructure, with major projects underway and a clear pasture-first strategy focused on getting the most from grass through simple, repeatable systems. With solid support behind the farms, this is a business where capable people are backed to grow and take on more. The role Tarngate is a new farm operation within a major development programme, and we’re looking for someone who can set the benchmark from day one. The focus is on embedding strong routines and standards, and building a system that runs cleanly and delivers performance at scale. A key part of the role is bedding in new infrastructure and technology, including the new rotary and in-shed systems, and turning those tools into practical efficiency. Pasture discipline remains central, alongside clear expectations, strong planning, and a team that executes. What we’re looking for: - Proven Farm Manager experience in large-herd, multi-staff operations. - Strong capability setting up farm systems, routines and accountability. - Confident pasture operator with disciplined measurement and feed decisions. - Proven ability to build a team, set expectations early, and lift capability. - Comfortable adopting new infrastructure and in-shed tech to improve consistency. - Strong compliance mindset (animal welfare, NAIT, records, environmental/effluent). - Commercial discipline with good standards around presentation, assets and machinery.

1mo ago

Assistant Farm Manager

No8HRAssistant Manager (2IC)Waipukurau, Hawke's Bay

Fairlea is one of BEL Group’s key farms within the Ashcott Road development programme and is undergoing significant investment and transformation. You’ll be joining a flat, well-developed property milking 1,060 cows across 250ha effective through a 60-bale rotary, fully irrigated by center pivots and fixed grids, it is a well-resourced Farm with Protrack, automatic cup removers, in-shed feeding, Allflex collars, Herd-i and Onside. This role suits a motivated Assistant Farm Manager who wants to grow their career, enjoys working with strong systems and technology, and is keen to develop alongside an experienced Farm Manager who is committed to coaching and people development. It’s a great environment for learning and performance, with clear opportunity to step up as the wider programme rolls out. About BEL Group BEL Group is a large, family-owned dairy business in Central Hawke’s Bay, employing around 70 permanent staff across multiple farms and a central Business Services team. Values-led and people-focused, BEL Group is known for building long-term careers — with Working Together, Showing Pride, Delivering Results, and Being Responsible guiding how the business operates. It’s also an exciting time to join. BEL Group is investing heavily in farm development and infrastructure, with major projects underway and a clear pasture-first strategy focused on getting the most from grass through simple, repeatable systems. With solid support behind the farms, this is a business where capable people are backed to grow and take on more. The opportunity This is a hands-on Assistant Farm Manager role where you’ll work closely with the Farm Manager to keep performance tracking well and standards high, while building your capability across people leadership, pasture and systems. You’ll be trusted to step up, take ownership of key areas, and lead the team when required. Your day-to-day focus will include: - Helping set the daily plan and keeping routines sharp in the dairy, yard and across the farm. - Milking, identifying and treating animal health problems. - Supporting safe work practices, tidy systems, and clear communication on-farm including Onside recording. - Using technology and data to support good decisions, including Protrack, Sensehub and Herd-i. - Supporting irrigation routines and checks to keep performance consistent through the season. - Staying on top of key records and farm administration, including Minda entries where required. To thrive, you’ll be fit, energetic and ambitious, with a solid dairy farming foundation and the drive to learn. You’ll be comfortable with systems and technology, enjoy working as part of a team, and be keen to take coaching on board and keep stepping up.

1mo ago

Assistant Farm Manager - Tarngate

No8HRAssistant Manager (2IC)Waipukurau, Hawke's Bay

Tarngate is a new farm operation within BEL Group’s major development programme. This spring-calving, pasture-first farm will milk 1,000 cows across 232ha effective, with a new 60-bale rotary (under construction), full irrigation, and modern in-shed tech including in-shed feeding, auto teat spray, walk-over weigh and auto drafting. Set on a flat, well-laid-out property, Tarngate is a great opportunity for a capable Assistant Farm Manager who enjoys structure, technology, and strong pasture-based systems — and who can help set the daily rhythm and standards as the farm embeds into its long-term operating model. Located around 15 minutes from Waipukurau and close to schools and local amenities, Tarngate includes a large on-farm family home that will be refurbished. About BEL Group BEL Group is a large, family-owned dairy business in Central Hawke’s Bay, employing around 70 permanent staff across multiple farms and a central Business Services team. Values-led and people-focused, BEL Group is known for building long-term careers — with Working Together, Showing Pride, Delivering Results, and Being Responsible guiding how the business operates. It’s also an exciting time to join. BEL Group is investing heavily in farm development and infrastructure, with major projects underway and a clear pasture-first strategy focused on getting the most from grass through simple, repeatable systems. With solid support behind the farms, this is a business where capable people are backed to grow and take on more. The opportunity This is a hands-on Assistant Farm Manager role working closely with the Farm Manager to keep the farm running cleanly and consistently, while building your leadership capability in a high-spec, pasture-first system. You’ll be trusted to step up and lead the team when the Farm Manager is away, keeping daily priorities on track and helping deliver on-farm targets. Day to day, your focus will include: - Leading by example on safe work practices, including raising and recording hazards/incidents in FarmIQ and supporting inductions when needed. - Driving disciplined pasture and feed execution, keeping dairy routines efficient, and maintaining strong standards of farm presentation and asset care. - Owning irrigation execution and checks, with a clear plan in place during manager absences. - Keeping on top of key records and compliance, including NAIT movements and timely entries into MINDA, and supporting environmental and effluent requirements. - Being a calm, practical point of leadership for the team and escalating issues early when needed. To succeed, you’ll bring a solid farming foundation, a strong attitude, and the confidence to lead when required. Ideally you’ll have at least four years’ dairy farming experience, be comfortable using farm systems and tech, and be keen to keep developing your pasture management and people leadership skills.

1mo ago

Dairy Farm Manager/Contract Milker

NickKeri LourieFarm ManagerNorsewood, Hawke's Bay

We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Farm Manager or Contract Milker for our well-maintained 200-cow dairy farm located in Norsewood, Southern Hawke’s Bay. The farm operates a 22-aside herringbone shed and benefits from regular input and support from owners who live off-site. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to take responsibility in a well-run operation. A very good five-bedroom home is provided and is conveniently located on the school bus route to the local primary school, making it suitable for families. Key details: - Proven dairy farming experience required - Salary and/or contract terms negotiable, based on skills and experience - Opportunity for partner involvement - Supportive ownership and well-maintained infrastructure Eligibility & Application: Applicants must currently be living in New Zealand and hold a valid work visa. Please email for more information and contact details. To apply, send a CV outlining your work history along with at least two references.

1mo ago

2IC - Patoka, Hawkes Bay

Springer Dairies Ltd.Assistant Manager (2IC)Patoka, Hawke's Bay

We are on the search for a motivated and hardworking individual looking to join our enthusiastic and supportive team of four. A picturesque 341ha (290ha effective) rolling farm located in Patoka, Hawkes Bay. Milking 845 cows through a modern 50-bale rotary with in-shed feeding, auto cup removers, Protrack and a flood wash. There is a 450-cow feed pad, well maintained laneways, and a large 12-bay calf shed, among other infrastructures. Duties include but are not limited to; pasture allocation and management, milking, dairy shed hygiene, feeding, animal health, effluent, weed control and tractor work. Our girls have Halter Collars! This is an excellent opportunity to develop skills, and reap the benefits that come with virtual fencing. The successful applicant will be working alongside the Contract Milker who enjoys helping team members learn and develop new skills. Our current 2IC is leaving at the end of the season to take the next step and manage their own farm. We offer a three bedroom house, a roster with 3-4 days off a fortnight, and a competitive salary package based on your level of experience. Great rural community with Patoka School just a 3 minute drive away. The successful applicant will have the following attributes: - New Zealand Resident - Good work ethic - Reliable and honest - Keen to learn and develop their skills - Show attention to detail - Ability to work in a timely manner - Be able to pass MOJ and drug test If you’re excited about being part of a supportive team that values hard work, fun and personal growth, we’d love to hear from you. Reach out today to apply and take the next step in your farming career with us! Please attach a cover letter and CV with your application.

1mo ago

Te Miro Farm Manager

Te Miro FarmFarm ManagerManawatu-Wanganui, Hawke's Bay

Here at Te Miro Farm we are looking for a farm manager! We have an organic farm, milking 300 cows through a 40 aside herringbone with ACRs and we milk once a day all season. We are looking for someone who not only has the skills to manage the day to operations of our organic dairy farm but also has the skills for budgeting and long term strategic and environmental planning. The job requires a high level of attention to detail, proactive decision making and most importantly care and empathy for our cows, the land and our people. You must have a very high level of experience within the dairy industry and have a passion for dairy farming. We are looking for someone who has a high level of organisation and efficiency, we are looking for a person who has integrity, honesty, curiosity, pride and a passion for what we do and who shares our value of organic food systems. Our farm vision is to regenerate a thriving ecosystem, so everything we do is aimed at working towards this. For this position you must be willing and open to learning new ways of doing things and adapting to our organic farming system. Quality of work and dedication to the role will be rewarded and you will be highly valued in this position. We value and reward our people who put in quality of work and passion for what we do. There is capacity for career progression. You must be a permanent NZ resident to apply. If you think this is you then apply and we can't wait to meet you!

1mo ago

Experienced Dairy Assistant

Hawkes Bay Pastural LtdFarm AssistantCentral Hawke's Bay District, Hawke's Bay

Hawkes Bay Pastural is looking for an experienced dairy assistant to join our team and support the manager to achieve targets, build a great team and aim for record results. Lots of variety in your daily jobs and plenty of sleep ins to be shared around the staff. Hawkes Bay Pastural Ltd, A 642 Ha property, the largest Farm within the T H Enterprises Ltd Group of farms, situated in the Central Hawkes Bay District at Ashley Clinton. This farm has 400 ha of milking area, 90 ha are used for young stock grazing and balance is support runoff land. There is 110ha lease block 7km up the road where we winter cows and cut silage for the remainder of the year. This property milks 1500 cows through an 80 Bail rotary, Dairy shed with Protrack system and cup removers. In total there is 752ha involved to run this operation. Farm Manager employs a team of seven. This property has seven staff houses. The farm runs on an 8 days on / 2 days off roster. Average hours of 55 hours worked per week. The successful applicant must pass a pre-employment drug test. Qualities we are looking for are: - Mastitis detection. - Lame cow detection. - High level of Health and safety. - Good time management. - Passion for the industry and willing to learn. - Team player/ staff culture. - Communicate effectively. What we offer: - Good quality facilities including a well set up 80 bail cow shed with Protrack and automatic cup removers, well maintained quality machinery, equipment and accommodation. - Support people around you. - Competitive remuneration and allowances. - Opportunities to learn from a successful family business, learning new skills and developing your career. - Accommodation provided as part of total package.

1mo ago

2IC/ Assistant Farm Manager

Rua Roa Farming LTDAssistant Manager (2IC)Dannevirke, Hawke's Bay

**Job Description** Position: 2IC / Assistant Farm Manager Purpose of position: To work alongside the farm owners, assisting with the day-to-day management and seasonal requirements associated with the successful running of a 400-cow dairy operation, 40 aside herringbone with ACR’s and in shed feeder. The farm size is 144 HA. The shed is run as a 1 person shed with walkover teat sprayer. **What we are looking for:** We are looking for someone to come join the team who is: - Reliable - Who can communicate - Honest - Committed - With a Positive can do attitude - Show initiative - Able to work independently or as part of a team **Position duties:** - Herd management - Assist in all areas including calving, milking, feeding, animal health, milk quality, mating, winter feeding and management and record keeping in line with Best on Farm Practice guidelines. - Pasture management – Assisting with weekly pasture monitoring and recording, preparation of feed wedges and grazing rotation, identification of surplus/deficit feed situations, allocation of daily feed including supplement. - General duties – Ability to take control of all aspects of the farms running in the absence of farm owners. Maintain all fences, troughs and tracks in good repair. Ensuring farm and buildings are free of rubbish and tidy at all times. Controlling of thistles and weeds. Maintain high standard of cow shed tidiness and hygiene. Following FEP guidelines and requirements. Maintaining plant and vehicles to a high standard including servicing requirements, identification and notification of any break downs and regular cleaning. Consistently maintain house and surroundings to a clean and tidy standard, lawns and gardens to be tended to on a regular basis. Any other tasks set by farm owners accepted to be part of a fully irrigated, high producing dairy operation. Supervision and training of relief staff when required. **Roster:** 6/1 in August and 5/2 for the rest of the season **Hours of work:** 50 per week - 01 June – 30 July: 8.30am – 4.30pm. 7am when milking. - 01 Aug – 30 Sept: 4.30am start – 5pm finish - 01 Oct – 31 May: 4.30am start – 5pm finish **Meal breaks:** Breakfast and Lunch – One hour from time leaving work and back ready for work in the hour. **Accommodation:** Tidy modern 3 bedroom house available.

2mo ago

Farm Manager

47861 Mount HassalFarm ManagerPatoka, Hawke's Bay

We have a great managers position on our 800 cow farm in Patoka, Hawke's Bay. The dairy platform is 300 ha of flat to rolling country with an adjoining 350 ha runoff/beef block where we graze youngstock and winter all cows on crop and Baleage. We are milking 800 cows through a 50 bale rotary with ACRs and automatic teat sprayer. 150 -200 cows are milked OAD for most of the season. We have Halter on both the dairy platform and wintering area of the support block to help with pasture, crop and animal management. We are looking for someone who has solid experience in dairy farming and is confident and competent in managing the day to day running of the dairy farm. Your main area of responsibilities would be managing the milking process and cowshed, record keeping, animal health, pasture/crop management, and 2 other staff. We are supportive owners who live on farm and take care of the calf rearing and the support block. We are always keen to see good people progress in the dairy industry so this position could suit someone looking to step up into their first management position who still wants a bit of support and guidance when needed, or equally could suit an experienced manager. Patoka is a great community 40 mins out of Napier or Hastings, with a local primary school and kindy 5 minutes down the road, close to the Kaweka Ranges for great fishing and hunting, good hunting on the farm too. Please apply with a current cover letter and CV with at least 2 references we can call. Only NZ residents or valid Visa holders to apply please.

2mo ago

Farm Manager

Trig Limited PartnershipFarm ManagerPatoka, Napier, Hawke's Bay

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Farm Manager for the 2026/27 season onwards to run one of our 2 farms in Patoka, Napier. We are looking for a happy, mature, tidy, motivated, independent, and hardworking farmer and someone that can be trusted and with a sense of ownership to the farm and with a good understanding of technology. You will lead a team of 4 to maximise the potential of the farm in an effective and efficient way with the support of the management. It is important that you are able to work with us to meet farm targets, and ensuring a positive and enjoyable work environment is maintained for all staff. You need to be excellent in communicating, and be a confident team leader. Your skills will need to ensure high production, quality and overall presentation is achieved, with strong pasture and supplement management, animal health treating and recording. Compliance with health and safety, farming practices and the environment is a high priority along with the ability to solve problems and organise a farm daily of this nature. A good of understanding of technology is an advantage as the farm uses Allflex SenseHub dairy. The shed is a 50 bale rotary with acr, automatic teat spray, in-shed feeding, and a protrack drafting system. The farm is 40 kms away from Hastings and 31kms away from Napier. Kindy and Primary school is 2.6 kms from the Farm and school bus pick up at the gate. We run a simple system that is effective and efficient that benefits everybody. The Farm is a DRUG FREE zone. Farm Size (ha) 312 Peak Herd Size (cows) 900 Typical On-farm Staff 4 Position Start Date 01/06/2026 Accommodation available a 3 bedroom house Hour Type negotiable Average Hours Per week 50 Roster Single rotation - 6 Days on / 2 days Off Remuneration paid by By Negotiation

2mo ago

Farm Assistant

Trig Limited PartnershipFarm AssistantPatoka, Napier, Hawke's Bay

We are looking for a farm assistant to assist us with the day to day running of our farm in Patoka, Napier. We are looking for a happy, mature, tidy, motivated, independent and hardworking farmer and someone that can be trusted and with a sense of ownership to the farm. You will be involved in all aspects of farming: Milking and shed hygiene, moving stock, calf rearing, mating, spraying weeds, cropping, tractor operation and a good fencing and chainsaw skills are an advantage. The farms are from flat to rolling contour with some steeper parts so experience riding a 2 and 4 wheeler is beneficial. A good of understanding of technology is an advantage as the farm uses Allflex SenseHub dairy. The shed is a 50 bale rotary with acr, automatic teat spray, in-shed feeding, and a protrack drafting system. The farm is 40 kms away from Hastings and 31kms away from Napier. Kindy and Primary school is 2.6 kms from the Farm and school bus pick up at the gate. We run a simple system that is effective and efficient that benefits everybody. The Farm is a DRUG FREE zone. Farm Size (ha) 312 Peak Herd Size (cows) 900 Typical On-farm Staff 4 Position Start Date 01/06/2026 Accommodation available a 3 bedroom house Hour Type negotiable Average Hours Per week 50 Roster Single rotation - 6 Days on / 2 days Off Remuneration paid by By Negotiation

2mo ago

Contract Milker

Sherwood FarmsContract MilkerTakapau, Hawke's Bay

OAD Organic System 1 - negotiable terms Approx. 220,000kgMS Farm Size (ha): 500 Peak Herd Size (cows): 750 Typical On-farm Staff: 4 Position Start Date: 01/06/2026 Accommodation available: 3 Bedroom House plus sleep-out - on farm Hour Type: season Average Hours Per week: 45 Roster: By negotiation Remuneration paid by: Per KgMS

2mo ago

Relief Milker

Sherwood FarmsRelief MilkerTakapau, Hawke's Bay

Relief milking from end of January until the end of the season (June 2026). 50 Bail Rotary, 700 cows all milked Once-a-Day. Farm Size (ha): 500 Peak Herd Size (cows): 700 Typical On-farm Staff: 4 Position Start Date: 19/01/2026 Accommodation available: Potentially for the term of employment Hour Type: week Average Hours Per week: 20-30 Roster: By negotiation Remuneration paid by: Hourly / Daily / Weekly / Monthly / Yearly

2mo ago

Farm Manager

Sherwood FarmsFarm ManagerAshley Clinton, Hawke's Bay

Farm Manager on a once-a-day, all-grass, organic system with 3 other staff on farm and support from owners. The job will suit an excellent pasture manager who is good with people. Farm Size (ha): 500 Peak Herd Size (cows): 750 Typical On-farm Staff: 4 Position Start Date: 01/06/2026 Accommodation available: 3 Bedroom House plus sleep-out - on farm Hour Type: negotiable Average Hours Per week: 45 Roster: By negotiation Remuneration paid by: By Negotiation

2mo ago

NEW ROLE on expanding Organic Dairy Farm - flexible position and start date

Ashton Farming LtdAssistant Herd ManagerPatoka, Hawke's Bay

We are looking for a motivated individual to join our team in a newly created position. We have recently purchased the certified organic farm that we have been leasing for the past two years, as well as a neighboring property that will undergo development and enter organic conversion. This position can be evolved around the most suitable applicant ranging from farm assistant up to 2IC level. Salary will be established accordingly. We were Fonterra Organics Top Performers for milk quality last season with an SCC of 87 and 99% days of excellence and are on track to improve results this season. Therefore you must have strong attention to detail, high level of hygiene, with a focus on milk quality and animal health. 800 cows in multiple herds with Halter 40bale rotary with ACRs and in bale auto teat spray Cell Sense Protrack OAD milking, solo in shifts in conjunction with our existing staff member and us, the owners. Well presented farm, with excellent infrastructure. System 1. Majority flat to rolling contour. 250ha effective main farm, with an additional 200ha effective on new farm. Patoka, Hawkes Bay is a summer safe, thriving dairy and drystock farming community 45minutes northwest of Napier. Excellent kindergarten and primary school. School bus at the gate. Active Young Farmers group. Several options on farm for tidy, comfortable housing. Applications to: ashtonfarmingltd@gmail.com Let us know why you are the best person for the job, we look forward to talking to you!

2mo ago

Experienced Dairy Assistant

AnonymousFarm AssistantDannevirke, Hawke's Bay

**Job Description** Looking for an experienced Dairy Assistant to join our team on a 750-cow farm. - 300ha dairy platform + 600ha sheep & beef/support block. - 50 Bail Rotary with ECR’s, In-Shed Feeding and Protrack Auto Drafting. - All modern grass & cropping gear on farm. - Located 10 minutes north of Dannevirke. **What we’re after** - Practical dairy farming experience. - Strong animal health & in-shed skills. - Confident on tractors & machinery (feeding out/general farm work). - Reliable, honest and motivated. **What we offer** - Good pay based on experience. - Warm 3-bedroom home with garage. - 6 & 2 roster. - Work with modern, well-maintained gear. - Work directly with an owner-operator who values good staff. Send CV and Cover Letter with References to cameronjohnmcaulay@gmail.com.

2mo ago
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