Agriculture Jobs in Taranaki

2IC required for 26/27 season. Must be highly motivated experienced in all aspects of farm and will need experience with tractors and feeding out with mixer wagon in herd home over winter/spring etc. This position is has a temporary accommodation available suitable for 1 to 2 people. Position will be 11 on 3 off and an hourly rate will be applied instead of salary. We aren’t credited employers so only NZ citizens apply please and there is no accommodation. Send us your CV and we can contact you and give you more details of the farm. Farm Size (ha) 140 Peak Herd Size (cows) 360 Typical On-farm Staff 3 Position Start Date 01/07/2026 Accommodation available No acc Hour Type negotiable Average Hours Per week 40 Roster Single rotation - 11 Days on / 3 days Off Remuneration paid by Hourly / Daily / Weekly / Monthly / Yearly

🐄 2IC – Jersey Farm (Near Okato, Taranaki) We are seeking a motivated and reliable 2IC to join our progressive Jersey farm near Okato. This role suits someone who enjoys responsibility, takes pride in their work, and wants to be part of a high-performing farming operation. We milk 440 very quiet, well bred, high-producing Jersey cows through a 40 bale rotary, with a strong focus on animal welfare, efficiency, and good systems. We utilise Afi collars, automatic cup removers and teat sprayers to make the cowshed a 1 man operation year round. ✅ Key Responsibilities - Assist with day-to-day farm operations - Take sole charge of the cowshed when required - Maintain high standards of milking, hygiene, and animal care - Support the farm contract milker in achieving production targets - General farm maintenance and teamwork ✅ About You You will have: - A strong attention to detail - Ability to manage the cowshed independently and efficiently - A good level of physical fitness - Ability to follow instructions and farm systems - Be a self-starter with initiative - Health and safety awareness - Pride in your work and animal welfare ✅ We Offer - Attractive remuneration package based on experience - Warm, tidy 3-bedroom home compliant with Healthy Homes standards and attached double garage available to rent - Flexible working roster that supports a healthy work-life balance - Supportive, professional working environment - Efficient work systems - Opportunity for learning and growing responsibility If you’re looking for a solid 2IC role on a quality farm with learning opportunities, we’d love to hear from you. 👉 Apply with your CV and a short introduction.

We require a reliable and motivated individual to assist for the 2026/27 season on our 94ha rolling dairy farm, milking 230 jersey cross cows through a 22 a side herringbone. With all young stock on farm all season. This will involve assisting others during calving season to bring cows and calves in. Assist with one other at all times to milk cows, and undertake all shed hygiene and cleanup. Identify and treat mastitis and any other health issues arising. There will be a need for operating vehicles eg quads/side by side. With an emphasis on health and safety. Some experience a plus but not essential as training can be provided. This is a drive in position. Farm is located 15min from centre of New Plymouth, 5min to Oakura. We are not accredited employers. Please respond to application for email to send CV.

Relief Milker / Fixed-Term Farm Assistant Location: Eltham, Taranaki Please note: This is a DRIVE IN role. Please do not apply if you are requiring accommodation. We are seeking a motivated and reliable individual to join our team of three on a fixed-term basis to cover maternity leave on our dairy farm located just outside Eltham, Taranaki. This is a drive-in, live-out position, working alongside the Contract Milker and 2IC. The farm milks approximately 500 MA cows through a 50-bail rotary with an in-shed feeding system and operates as a System 3 farm. We are a family-run farm and pride ourselves on being supportive employers and forward-thinking in our approach. If you are looking for a steady role with increased hours during calving and enjoy working in a positive team environment, we would like to hear from you. The core responsibility of this position is milk harvesting; however, we welcome applicants who can also contribute additional skills and experience to the wider farm operation. Hours & Roster: • Full-time hours over calving (generally a 6-and-1 roster over spring) • Dropping to a minimum of 20 hours per week for the remainder of the season to fill the roster (currently 8-2, 8-3) and to cover staff annual and sick leave. Extra work may be available when possible • Please note, weekend work will be required Key Requirements: • Previous dairy milking experience • Strong work ethic and positive attitude • Reliable, motivated, and able to work well as part of a small team • Ability to follow and contribute to farm policies and Health & Safety requirements • Must be able to pass a drug test • Applicants must be based in New Zealand • Live-out position (no accommodation provided) This role would suit someone seeking consistent part-time work with increased hours during calving, or someone wanting to work within a supportive team on a well-run farm.

Seeking an experienced 2IC/Farm Assistant to work on a family farm 5 minutes from Inglewood. We milk through a 50 bail rotary with ACRs, inshed feeding and Milktech cow management. You will need to be confident working independently and as part of a team, be honest, take pride in your work, and show initiative. We are passionate about our cows so are looking for someone who enjoys working with stock and is knowledgeable about animal health. There is a wide variety of work in this role, including: - day to day milking and herd management - tractor work (silage, hay, spraying, feeding out) - effluent management - fencing (maintenance and winter break feeding) - dairy shed hygiene - calf rearing Role comes with a 3 bedroom cottage on farm. Successful candidates require: - current drivers licence - clean criminal record and be drug free - NZ citizen, or permanent resident - 2 years experience You will need to be able to attend an interview in person and provide 2 references from previous employers. Hourly rate based on experience.

We’re looking for a motivated Farm Assistant who wants a balanced lifestyle and takes pride in their work. You will be joining a hands-on, supportive employer who looks after their people and invests in long-term development. Our Halter dairy farming operation is located in South Taranaki, 15 minutes south of Hawera and 5 minutes north of Patea. Farm Overview: - 191ha milking platform - 600 cows - 50-bail rotary cowshed with in-shed feeding - ACRs, Protrack, automatic teat sprayer - System 3 operation - On-farm training is provided - Extensive use of Halter technology for: - Virtual break fencing & pasture management - Bringing cows to the shed - Animal health monitoring - Mating - Reduced labour in cowshed (one person milking in shed post calving) Key Responsibilities: - Milking and dairy plant hygiene - Assisting with calf rearing - Lameness and mastitis detection - Weed control - General stock work - Feeding out - General farm maintenance Roster & Work–Life Balance: - 11 on / 3 off roster for most of the season - 12 on / 2 off for 4 weeks over calving (2 weekends only). - Weekends: essential jobs only - Regular sleep-ins and late starts - Post calving, minimal morning milkings - Strong focus on labour efficiency through technology to support an outstanding work–life balance The Successful Applicant Will: - Be honest, reliable and have a strong work ethic - Communicate well within a team of 3 - Be confident using technology - Currently live in New Zealand - Be willing to undergo a Ministry of Justice criminal history check Farm Size (ha): 191 Peak Herd Size (cows): 600 Typical On-farm Staff: 3 Position Start Date: 01/06/2026 Accommodation available: A warm, tidy, insulated 3-bedroom home with wood/log burner and internal double car garaging. Hour Type: week Average Hours Per week: 40 Roster: Single rotation - 11 Days on / 3 days Off Remuneration paid by: By Negotiation Remuneration if Total Package Value (e.g. Salary and/or benefits): We are open to either hourly rate or salary. Remuneration dependent on experience.

600 COW ROTARY HERD MANAGER – 900 COW FARM, TWO-SHED OPERATION | OKATO (TARANAKI) We are seeking a capable and motivated Herd Manager to take responsibility for one 50-bail rotary milking approximately 600 cows, operating as part of a 900-cow farm running two separate cowsheds. This role suits someone who enjoys ownership of their own unit while still being supported by a wider, well-structured farming business. About the Role You will manage the day-to-day running of one shed and herd within a larger operation. The farm operates as two coordinated units, giving clear structure, support, and progression opportunities while allowing you to take pride in your own area of responsibility. Key Responsibilities - Efficient operation of a 50-bail rotary cowshed - Managing herd performance, animal health, and milk quality - Supporting pasture allocation, feed management, and break setting - Accurate recording of treatments and production data - Maintaining high standards of stockmanship, shed hygiene, and presentation - Working alongside the second shed team to maintain consistent systems across the farm What We’re Looking For - Previous Herd Manager experience or a strong Assistant ready to step up - Confidence handling larger herd numbers and busy calving periods - Strong communication and team mindset - Pride in animal welfare and tidy farm practices - Competence with tractors and general farm machinery preferred The Farm System - 900 cows across two cowsheds on one farming operation - Spring-calving, pasture-based system - Clear structure with support from experienced management What We Offer - Competitive salary package aligned with experience - Quality accommodation available - Supportive, forward-thinking team environment - Opportunities for development and progression as the business grows - A role where initiative and responsibility are valued If you enjoy running a tidy shed, take pride in stock, and want to be part of a farming business with direction and scale, we’d like to hear from you. Apply via Farm Source Jobs with your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and what excites you about dairy farming.

We are looking for a dependable Dairy Farm Assistant to join our Taranaki-based operation, located just 10 minutes from Inglewood. The role begins in June or July 2026 (start date flexible to suit the successful applicant). Our farm milks approximately 320 cows through a 40‑aside herringbone shed with in‑shed feeding. You’ll work alongside the farm owner and support the day‑to‑day running of the farm. Key responsibilities include, but are not limited to: · Milking and maintaining high hygiene standards · Setting break fences and moving stock · Young stock management · Weed control · Calf rearing · Tractor operation · General repairs and maintenance of fencing and water systems The ideal candidate will have: · Holds a restricted or full driver’s licence · Is physically fit and capable of lifting heavy loads · Can work weekends and early mornings · Currently lives in New Zealand and is eligible to work here (we are not AEWV-accredited) · Is reliable, motivated, and eager to learn · Has genuine care for animal health and welfare · Communicates well · Has a clean criminal record and can pass a pre‑employment drug test · Maintains a clean and tidy home and work environment · Is open to on‑the‑job training — we’re happy to teach the right person What’s on Offer · Accommodation: 2-bedroom cottage available · Flexible contract arrangements for the right candidate. If you’re keen to grow your skills in the dairy industry, we would love to hear from you.

*PART-TIME FARM WORKER REQUIRED - JULY TO SEPT & MARCH TO MAY* Drive-in position (15 minutes from New Plymouth - farm is by the Airport) 290 cows Split calving - 200 in autumn & 100 in spring System 4 - maize & silage grown on farm, PK bought in Needing someone from July - Sept & March - May (about 6 months of calving but there can potentially be more work throughout the season) 4-5 hours in the morning, wrapping up by 9/9:30am (this is flexible for the right person) Pay is negotiable $25 - $35+ per hour depending on farming experience and distance travelled Opportunity for more hours/relief milking work for the right person! You'll be working alongside me and occasionally my partner will tag along. Both of us are team-players, passionate about the industry and enjoy having a laugh. The ideal person would be someone who's had some experience in the industry, who has moved to town and is looking for a bit of casual farm work without the pressure of decision making. However willing to give the right person a crack as well. Would be ideal if you are competent on farm i.e. around stock, bikes, tractors etc. but training can be provided. Hours can be made to work around things too like School drop offs etc. If this sounds like it could be a bit of you please apply on here or send through a cv to Faanoidairy@gmail.com fa'afetai lava! Look forward to hearing from ya.

**Job Description** We are seeking an experienced and capable Farm Manager to take full responsibility for the day-to-day management of our 180-cow farm, 70-hectare dairy farm in Warea, South Taranaki operating a 16-aside herringbone shed. The Farm Manager is responsible for meeting farm goals in terms of production, animal performance, feed, environment, machinery. Milking dairy herd sole charge on daily basis. **This farm features:** - Milking platform: 70 ha platform - Contour: Predominantly flat contour with some rolling hills - Infrastructure: 16-bail herringbone shed with new ab race and drafting facility - Herd: 180 cows producing 70,000 kg MS **What you will bring:** - Experience in managing a dairy farm. - Strong leadership skills with experience in managing a team. - Understands pasture management & animal welfare best practice. - Experience and confidence in identifying cows for AB. - Can follow and implement Health & Safety best practice. - Familiarity with farm management technology and record keeping systems. - Reliable and honest with a good work ethic. - Strong communication skills both written and verbal. - Machinery skills which includes tractor work and feeding out effluent spreading. - Motivated with a hands-on approach to managing their team. - Competent in all aspects of dairy farming in NZ. - Treat the property with pride and a sense of ownership. - A current full NZ driver’s license. **What we offer you:** - An excellent remuneration package is offered based on skills and experience. - Scalable farming practices with hands-on support from an experienced General Manager/Farm Supervisor. - A supportive team-focused environment where your growth matters, with career development opportunities. - A great work/family life balance. **How to apply:** Please send your application with a CV and cover letter to jacobglen7@hotmail.com. As Block B is committed to a safe and healthy work environment, the successful applicant will be required to undergo pre-employment checks which may include a drug screening test. Applicants for this role must have the right to live and work in New Zealand.

We are seeking an experienced and hard working people to join our team. Strong work ethic and ability to work independently. Must be in New Zealand and have a current work visa. Milking 550 cows split calving. Milk harvesting. Manage mating, calving, and young stock requirement. Ensure animal welfare standards are followed at all times. Shifting the irrigator, animal wellbeing. Feeding out maize and PK on feed pad. Skills: 2IC qualifications would be beneficial and must be able to pass a pre-employment, random drug testing and a police check. Safely know how to drive a tractor and use quad bike. Must be a team player and get on with others. Machinery operating and maintenance, weed control and general farm work.

We are seeking a keen enthusiastic Farm Assistant to join our team. Duties include milking, day work such as putting up break fences, spraying. We have a tidy farm located on the township boundary with approximately 420 cows, a 44 a/s h/b shed with Inshed feed and cup removers, and a travelling irrigator. Ideally, candidates should have a minimum of 1 year's experience. Tractor work is minimal and not essential to know how to drive one. We autumn calve (mid March - end of April) and dry off in the summer, requiring extra hands during calving and AB. Must be a team player and have an idea about technology, as we use it for timesheets, Health & Safety, and on-farm learning. If you have a willingness to learn, are time efficient and reliable, please contact us. Accommodation available: 3 Bedroom house with car shed and school bus at the gate.

**Job Description** - 36 ASIDE HERRINGBONE WITH ACRS AND PROTRACT - 2 FULL TIME MILKERS, ONLY 1 TO DO DAY WORK - MUST BE IN NEW ZEALAND - MS 115 TO 120000 - NEEDS TO BE ABLE TO WORK ALONG SIDE OWNER **Farm Size (ha)**: 126 **Peak Herd Size (cows)**: 340 **Typical On-farm Staff**: 2 MILKERS **Accommodation available**: 3 BEDROOM WITH DOUBLE GARAGE AND SLEEPOUT **Hour Type**: season **Average Hours Per week**: VARIED **Roster**: By negotiation **Remuneration paid by**: Per KgMS **Remuneration if Per KgMS - Dollars per KgMS**: $1.45

We are seeking an experienced 2IC / Assistant manager with a minimum of 3 seasons NZ dairy farming experience who is competent and confident in all aspects of dairy farming. This position is available to NZ citizens / residents with a valid NZ work visa, we are NOT accredited employers. We spring Calve 750 cows milked twice daily. You will be working alongside a team of 4 full time and 1 part timer. We are a family owned and operated Dairy Farming Business with exceptional long serving Management and Team located 5 minutes from Manaia. The farm is flat, centrally raced from a 60 Bale rotary with excellent infrastructure, utilizing modern machinery and farming practices. You must have a genuine desire to be part of a thriving Dairy industry. Additionally, we offer a pathway for growth within our wider farming business. Farm Size (ha): 220 Peak Herd Size (cows): 750 Typical On-farm Staff: 5 Accommodation available: Yes Hour Type: negotiable Average Hours Per week: 54 Roster: By negotiation Remuneration paid by: Total Package Value (e.g. Salary and/or benefits)

We are looking for a motivated and reliable person with 2+ years experience in dairy farming to join us as an assistant manager (2IC) for the 2026/27 season. This role would be a great opportunity for a motivated individual who is very keen to learn and advance their career in dairying. You will be working closely with young, motivated farm owners who have progressed in the industry through to farm ownership before the age of 30. We take pride in our success and would like the opportunity to help an individual on their path to progression and growth in the industry. You will have the opportunity to learn more about farm management and a very broad range of skills, from pasture and livestock management all the way through to business management. About the farm: Located 8 minutes out of Okato in Coastal Taranaki. A friendly farming community with good local schooling and amenities. Peak milking 460 pedigree Holstein and Jersey cows. 158ha milking platform which consists of prime flat coastal land. Milking through a 30 aside herringbone shed with ACRs and Inshed feeding. Operating a split calving structure to minimise cow wastage, optimise feed supply and demand and reduce milking duration at times throughout the season. Running two herds, with 2 people in the cowshed. Part time casual labour employed to cover regular time off, enable flexibility in the system and help through peak times (calvings and matings). We are passionate about cow breeding and genetics, with an aim to continue building an elite herd of profitable cows that are a pleasure to milk and work with. System 3-4 farm with in-shed feed and summer crops grown. Achieving over 500 kgMS/cow. Approx. 100 replacements reared each year which remain on farm until May, when they head to grazing. We take pride in rearing well grown youngstock. Key responsibilities include: - Milking, animal health and effluent management. - Feed management and pasture planning. - Maintain high standards of farm presentation and performance. - Strong shed hygiene and milk quality awareness. - Minda recording and planning. - Helping manage animal health and welfare, including identifying issues and carrying out treatments. - Operate tractors and farm machinery safely and efficiently. - Knowledge of reproduction and heat detection. - Support calf rearing operations. - Assist with farm maintenance and upkeep of buildings and equipment. - Effective communication with the farm owner and casual staff. - Ensuring compliance with regulatory standards and requirements. - Step up and run the farm in the occasional absence of the Farm owner. - Performing other general farm duties. Skills and experience required: - Previous dairy farming experience, ideally a minimum of 2 years in New Zealand. - Strong stock sense. - Confident tractor and motorbike driving skills. - Strong organisation and a proactive, can-do approach with a strong work ethic. - Good communication and leadership skills. - An eagerness to learn and develop their skills. - A genuine interest in career progression within the dairy industry is preferred, but not a must. To be considered you must: - Provide a CV which is current and complete with good related and contactable references. - Be a solid worker with good character and provide a clear police record. - Be physically fit. - Be able to pass a pre-employment and random drug tests. - Must be a New Zealand resident. - Must be able to attend an in-person interview. Competitive remuneration will be offered based on experience. Accommodation available: A very nice sunny and fully renovated 3-bedroom home, up to healthy homes standards. Accommodation is smoke free.

Are you an experienced dairy professional looking for a stable role with a great roster and a quality home? We are seeking a motivated and reliable Herd Manager to join our 200ha dairy farm. We milk 520 cows at peak via 36 bale auto cup remover rotary and rear 140 replacements. We pride ourselves on running an efficient, tidy, and safe operation. Location: Ideally situated just a 5-minute drive to Opunake and a 45-minute drive to New Plymouth, offering a great balance of rural living and town convenience. The Role & Requirements The successful candidate will be hands-on and capable of taking responsibility for the day-to-day health and performance of the herd. Experience: Minimum 2 years of NZ dairy farming experience is essential. Animal Husbandry: High standards in animal health. You must be able to identify and treat sick/lame cows independently. Farm Skills: Proficient in pasture management, wire fence maintenance, and general farm upkeep. Machinery: Confident operating tractors, quad bikes, and two-wheelers. Hygiene: Must maintain high standards of shed hygiene and milk quality. Compliance: Must hold a valid NZ Driver’s License. What’s on Offer Competitive Salary: Package tailored to your experience. Great Roster: A "Double Rotation" (4-1, 7-2) providing excellent work-life balance (every second weekend off). Hours: Focused on a 50-hour average work week. Accommodation: A very tidy, 4-bedroom home with an attached garage. Note: This is a smoke-free home; no pets allowed. Health, Safety & Wellbeing Health and Safety is our top priority. We are committed to a safe working environment for everyone on the farm. We run a strictly smoke-free and drug-free environment. A pre-employment drug test is mandatory. Random drug testing occurs occasionally on-farm to ensure ongoing safety. IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ DO NOT APPLY if you are currently outside of New Zealand. > We are only able to assist with visa sponsorship to those, who reside in NZ, have valid work rights, and be available for an in-person interview. Also the start date can be negotiated. How to Apply If you are a hardworking team player who meets the criteria above, please apply via the FarmSource with your CV and 2 references. Please note: Only candidates who are shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.

Fully responsible for the day to day running of a coastal South Taranaki dairy farm. Split calving at present but transitioning to spring only calving. On farm cropping and purchased maize silage + other supplements as required. 40 bale rotary cowshed with cup removers and automatic teat sprayer. Feed pad, mixer wagon & automated calf rearing. Crossbred herd with young stock grazed off. Fully supportive farm owner who wants to see young people progress.

We are seeking a 2IC on our 250ha farm 8 minutes north of Opunake. We milk 700 cow in a 60 bale rotary which also has auto drafting, cup removers, automatic teat spray along with cow manager. We calve in the spring. We use a roster system which consists of 3 staff members, allowing for regular time off. A tidy 3 bedroom home, fully fenced with heat pump will be available. Starting June 1st.

We are looking for a enthusiastic person to join our team milking 500 cows through a 42 bail rotary shed with ACRs, just ten minutes south of Hawera. The successful applicant will need to be a great communicator, drug free and have no prior convictions. Should be competent with handling and milking stock, be confident on motorbikes and machinery. Some experience preferred; further training will be provided. Ideal opportunity for someone to form a career in the industry with a supportive employer. Regular time off and competitive salary. Responsibilities will include milk production and shed hygiene, animal health, weed control, effluent management and general farm duties.

Applications are invited from suitably experienced persons for a contract milking position at Manaia, South Taranaki commencing 1st June 2026. 650 peak crossbred cows milked through a 60-bail rotary. A category 3 farming system, grass based supplemented with PKE when required. Experience with large herds and managing staff essential. For application and details email opuhifarm@xtra.co.nz Farm Size (ha) 215 milking platform Peak Herd Size (cows) 650 Typical On-farm Staff 4 Position Start Date 01/06/2026 Accommodation available Two houses Hour Type season Average Hours Per week 48 Roster By negotiation Remuneration paid by Per KgMS Remuneration if Per KgMS - Dollars per KgMS 270,000 kgMS @ $1.30 per kg plus accommodation.