Farm Assistant Jobs in Manawatu-Whanganui

We're looking to add another reliable and trustworthy Farm Assistant to our team, pretty much immediately. Our junior staff member has moved on to his next step, which has created a vacancy in our team. We are milking 600 cows twice-a-day (TAD) starting in mid-August, and will reduce this to once-a-day (OAD) in summer sometime. The dairy shed is spacious and modern; well-equipped with ACRs, in-shed feeding, SmartWash, and a hydraulic backing gate. The other gear on the farm is well maintained and fit-for-purpose. A private bedroom in 1 of our 2 on-farm accommodations will be made available to the successful applicant. This is to be a service tenancy made available as shared accommodation for the Farm Assistant to occupy with other Farm Assistants. Both homes are warm & dry & modern. They also have stunning views of Mount Ruapehu. Each home is supplied with basic furnishings. NO PETS ALLOWED, please do not ask. NO SMOKING OR VAPING in or near the accommodation or farm equipment & buildings. We'd prefer candidates with dairy-industry experience, but are willing to train a candidate with the right attitude and mindset. This position is ideally suited for a physically & mentally fit person who is quite comfortable working OUTSIDE, in all sorts of weather conditions. This candidate should ideally be someone who has SOME animal husbandry/stock handling experience, an excellent attitude, keen attention to detail. This position requires the ability to work as a team and a tremendous willingness to learn. This position requires a person with time management skills and a person that can keep pace with the rest of the team. Farm Assistant duties include: - Milking; - Animal health & treatment; - Help with record keeping; - Stock handling and feeding; - Fencing & temporary fencing (break fencing); - Weed control; - Effluent application (irrigator); - Basic farm, shed, & machinery maintenance and preparation; - Basic tractor driving; - Quad bike driving; - Other general farm duties. Additional duties may include: - Calf rearing; - Calving cows; - Drenching & vaccinating cows, bulls, & young stock; - Tagging cows, bulls, & young stock; - Cleaning equipment, sheds, buildings, etc.; - Water-blasting; - Assistance with compliance and record keeping. Farm Assistant position details: - 6/2 roster with approximately 30-50 hours/week, dependent upon seasonal demands of the farm; - Fortnightly pay; - Pay rate will depend on the candidate's skill and experience. Candidates must hold a valid NZ Driver's License; candidates should also have or be willing to obtain a First Aid Certificate, GrowSafe certificate, and Quad bike training, other relevant farm-oriented qualifications. Pre-employment drug testing may be required, as will New Zealand-based character and work references. Applicants must be ELIGIBLE TO WORK IN NEW ZEALAND. Email CV's and references to: milkbythemountain@gmail.com

This role is not visa accredited. Applicants must already have the right to work in New Zealand. Farm Assistant position available from early July to mid November on 350-cow farm near Tokomaru, 15 minutes south of Palmerston North. Drive in position, no accommodation available. · Start date: 6 July. · Approx 45 hrs per week. · 4 days off per fortnight, including every 2nd weekend off. · Working with farm owner and 2 others. · 25 ASHB shed with ACRs. · Pedigree Holstein Friesian herd. · SmaXtec cow monitoring system. · No smoking/vaping permitted anywhere on farm. · Drug-free workplace. · Must have current driver’s licence (preferably Full), reliable transport and be punctual. · Must currently live in the Manawatu, NZ, and be permitted to work in NZ.

We are looking for a person for a full time position to carry out general farm work due to a restructure of roles on our dairy farm. Duties would include milking in a rotary shed, feeding calves and young stock at nearby runoff and a range of other farm work and maintenance jobs. Weekends on, milking only outside of calving period. Some experience preferred, 15 minutes south of Palmerston North. Must have driver's license and be currently living in New Zealand as we are not accredited employers for overseas immigrants. No dogs permitted. Farm Size (ha): 110 Peak Herd Size (cows): 380 Typical On-farm Staff: 2 -3 Position Start Date: 02/06/2026 Accommodation available: Well maintained house on farm with garage Hour Type: negotiable Average Hours Per week: variable up to 50 Roster: Single rotation - 12 Days on / 2 days Off Remuneration paid by: By Negotiation

**Job Description** **Milking:** Assists in efficient and hygienic milking routine. Follows procedure to produce high quality milk. Carries out simple milk harvesting tasks as directed, and is developing correct skills to milk. **Animals:** Assists in safe handling of animals, reports any health and welfare issues as per farm policy. Assists with moving and handling animals safely, and observes and reports on wellbeing of all classes of stock. **Feed:** Controls weeds. Sets break fences and feeds out as directed. Assists with pasture and crop weed control, and is learning about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops. **Machine, vehicles and technology:** Safely uses and maintains vehicles on farm as directed by on farm policy. **People:** Works well with others, building a strong team culture. Is aware of the opportunities available to them in their personal and career goals, and is beginning to look for opportunities to move to the next level in their career. **Health, safety and wellbeing:** Involved in building a health, safety and wellbeing culture. Models farms H, S & W policy. Must be able to drive a tractor and with a valid driver's license. Must be able to detect mastitis and treat lame cows. Must have at least 8 months of dairy farm experience. A clear record, with no prior convictions, is required for this role. A pre-employment drug test is required. **Shed Type:** 45 ACR Herringbone **Farm Size (ha):** 223 **Peak Herd Size (cows):** 700 **Accommodation available:** Shared accommodation is available **Hour Type:** week **Average Hours Per week:** 40 **Roster:** Single rotation - 5 Days on / 2 days Off **Remuneration:** $52,500 annual salary

We are looking for a farm assistant to join our team. Located between Palmerston North and Rongotea. Single accommodation available or travel. **Key Responsibilities** - Milking 350 cows through a 30 aside herringbone shed - Cleaning shed - Fencing and temp fences - Weed Management - Moving effluent irrigator - Help with calving and feeding calves - Feeding silage and hay - General maintenance **Requirements** - Positive attitude and willing to work in a team as well as independently - Good communication - Dairy farm experience preferred - Good level of fitness - NZ Driver license required - Drug free - NOT AEWV accredited **Farm Size (ha)**: 100 **Peak Herd Size (cows)**: 300 **Typical On-farm Staff**: 4 **Accommodation available**: Yes **Hour Type**: negotiable **Average Hours Per week**: Neg **Roster**: Single rotation - 12 Days on / 2 days Off **Remuneration paid by**: By Negotiation

We are seeking a reliable, practical, fit and motivated Dairy Farm Assistant. The farm: · 40 aside Herringbone shed · 600 cows · Approx 15 minutes from Pahiatua · Twice a day herd for entire season Position requires applicant to assist with milk harvesting, stock management, feeding stock and working within a team. Require applicant to have had at least 3 years experience on a dairy farm or that the applicant has an Agricultural or Animal Science degree. Experience on a NZ dairy farm is desired. Applicants must have a full drivers license. Strict non smoking/vaping policy and drugs policy for entire property (including accommodation and all outside areas). Non alcohol during work time policy. Pre employment drug test and police check will take place. Please apply detailing past and current position with references. Farm Size (ha) 250 Peak Herd Size (cows) 620 Typical On-farm Staff 3 Position Start Date 03/06/2025 Accommodation available Accommodation available to rent on farm - no smoking, no vaping and no pets Hour Type negotiable Average Hours Per week 45 Roster By negotiation Remuneration paid by Total Package Value (e.g. Salary and/or benefits) Remuneration if Total Package Value (e.g. Salary and/or benefits) 65000

Hi there, We are looking for a farm assistant to join our team at Spring Grove in the friendly district of Eketahuna. Spring Grove is located approx. 10 minutes' drive from Eketahuna, where a school, store and most essential services are located. The farm milks 430 kiwi cross cows on a twice a day system. It winters the majority of its cows on farm, with replacements raised on a separate block. The position will involve usual dairy farm tasks such as milking, farm maintenance, feeding out and shifting stock. The successful applicant will ideally have approximately two years relevant experience and be: - Honest and reliable - Physically fit - Have good communication skills - Be able to pass a drugs test - Be eligible to work in NZ - Hold a NZ driver's license The successful applicant would ideally also be competent in operating both motorbikes and tractors, however those with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn are also encouraged to apply. The applicant will be well supported by both the farm manager / owner and will be given the opportunity to progress their career within the industry through both skills development and the opportunity to attend training courses. A house and garage is available with the role, which is located on the school bus route.

We are looking for a full time farm assistant to join our farm located 15 minutes from Feilding. We have a great team and we are looking for the right people, as team culture is really important to us. Duties will include, but are not limited to, Milking, vat wash, drafting stock, maintaining calf sheds, collecting calves, setting up paddocks, temporary fencing, general maintenance including weed control. The successful applicant must be honest, reliable, enthusiastic, motivated and positive. They must have excellent communication skills. We are not accredited employers so applicants must be NZ residents. Experience is preferred but full training will be provided. Applicants must be willing to take a drug test.

**Job Description** **Milking:** Assists in efficient and hygienic milking routine. Follows procedure to produce high quality milk. Carries out simple milk harvesting tasks as directed, and is developing correct skills to milk. **Animals:** Assists in safe handling of animals, reports any health and welfare issues as per farm policy. Assists with moving and handling animals safely, and observes and reports on wellbeing of all classes of stock. **Feed:** Controls weeds. Sets break fences and feeds out as directed. Assists with pasture and crop weed control, and is learning about feed allocations and health issues associated with crops. **Machine, vehicles and technology:** Safely uses and maintains vehicles on farm as directed by on farm policy. **People:** Works well with others, building a strong team culture. Is aware of the opportunities available to them in their personal and career goals, and is beginning to look for opportunities to move to the next level in their career. **Health, safety and wellbeing:** Involved in building a health, safety and wellbeing culture. Models farms H, S & W policy. Must be able to drive a tractor and legally drive in NZ. Must be able to detect mastitis and treat lame cows. **Shared accommodation is available.** **Roster:** 6 days on 2 days and 5 days on 1 day off roster. Must have at least 1 month training relevant to dairy farming. **Shed Type:** Herringbone 28 Aside **Farm Size (ha):** 485 **Peak Herd Size (cows):** 500 **Typical On-farm Staff:** 3 **Position Start Date:** 05/01/2026 **Accommodation available:** Shared accommodation is available **Average Hours Per week:** 50 **Roster:** By negotiation **Remuneration:** $62,000-$65,000 annual salary depending on experience