Farmhand Jobs in Waikato

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Calf Rearer to join our team from July to November. This is a great opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes pride in exceptional animal care. Farm Details: - Calving 800 cows - Rearing 220 dairy replacements - Rearing 230 beef calves - Automated calf-rearing system in operation Key Responsibilities: - Manage colostrum to the highest standard - Tube calves as required - Train calves to use automated feeders - Maintain exceptional animal husbandry practices - Administer animal health treatments as required - Be able to navigate the calf feeder computer system to identify faults, trends and any other functionality - Keep up-to-date records - Maintain high hygiene standards in all calf sheds - Operate a side-by-side vehicle safely Applicants must have: - A minimum of work experience running an automated calf rearing system for a whole season - Strong experience working with newborn calves, including adequate high-quality colostrum intake from birth Skills and Attributes: - Able to work independently and as part of a team - An excellent communicator - Physically fit - Reliable, motivated and proactive - Detail-oriented with strong observational skills - Drug-free, pre-employment drug testing will be completed Farm Size (ha): 340 Peak Herd Size (cows): 800 Accommodation available: One bedroom studio unit accommodation is available Average Hours Per week: 40 hours Roster: Single rotation - 7 Days on / 2 days Off

We are on the hunt for a reliable and motivated casual worker who would be interested in an array of on farm duties on our beef farm. This could include but is not limited to: - Stock work - Animal health treatments - Setting up fences - Driving 2 & 4 wheel motorbikes - Feeding out to stock The role is 5 days per week and likely to be about 30 hours per week. Start date is negotiable so please apply now as we will interview applicants as they apply. Ideally the applicant will have a passion for the agriculture sector and a positive can do attitude, with some farming experience. It is important you can communicate and work well with others. It is a busy environment with a lot going on so someone who is able to implement common sense, exceptional time management and commitment to health and safety are at the forefront of what we are looking for. Please phone Nick on 0272 431 333 for further information and to discuss your application.

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.

We have a position available for an experienced farm hand. This is a drive-in position. You will need to be a confident tractor operator and available to assist with milking and all general farm work.

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

The role is to support our Sheep Beef and Dairy farming operations in the Nth King Country. We are looking for someone with a good range of farming skill that can work across the farms but mainly be based at the Waitomo Sheep and Beef operation. The role includes stockwork so a small team of working dogs is needed, tractor driving skills including moderately steeper country, handpiece use, competency with new and repair fencing (conventional and electric), milking (relief) and calf rearing. ATV competency.

**Job Description** 4,870 Stock Units I 1,450 Ha I Experienced General Hand I Te Kuiti, NZ Koromiko Grazing Limited is a large-scale dairy grazing and dry stock operation farming 1,450 hectares of rolling pastureland located in the Waipa Valley, southeast of Te Kuiti in the King Country. The on-farm team is well-established and take pride in maintaining and improving the property and growing weaner dairy heifers and yearling dairy heifers alongside a dry stock operation consisting of beef cows, trading beef and ewes producing lambs for sale. If you’re confident with stock, enjoy practical farm work such as operating farm equipment, fencing and basic farm maintenance, looking for a long-term role with a variety of work, then this position could suit you. **The role:** This is a permanent, full-time Experienced General Hand role supporting the day-to-day livestock operations and farm maintenance and improvements. You’ll report to the Farm Manager and contribute to limited stock work as required and feeding supplement during winter with a focus on general farm and property maintenance utilising tractors and farm machinery with safety in mind. **Key Duties include:** - Stock movements, handling and yard work as required. - Seasonal break feeding and supplement delivery to multiple mobs. - General farm maintenance, laneway upkeep, fencing and water system repairs. - Operating farm vehicles/tractors and doing basic pre-start checks. **What you’ll bring:** We’re looking for someone who has proven experience, is confident with stock and yard work, mechanically minded enough for basic repairs/maintenance, and comfortable operating tractors. You’ll be self-motivated, reliable, and able to work well both independently and as part of the team. **You must have the following:** - Proven practical experience in dry stock farming system. - Strong stock sense and genuine care for animal welfare. - Competence with fencing and general farm maintenance. - Clear communication, strong follow-through, and a safe, tidy work style. - Full drivers licence preferred. - The rights to work in NZ by way of permanent residency or Citizenship. **Other information:** Accommodation is available for the successful applicant. Te Kuiti is about 30kms away providing full schooling options and town facilities.

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.

Job Description · Operating, controlling, and stopping machines at sites in a safe and appropriate manner · Operate heavy excavation plant to excavate, move and load earth, rock and rubble · Follow directions of the ground crew regarding craning, gravel placement and grading · Monitoring machines · Assist in the performance of regular and unscheduled maintenance and repairs on all plant equipment and machinery · Cleaning and performing minor repairs to machines · Cart feed and operate loaders · Checking machines to ensure safe operations at the sites · Be aware of proper rigging of pipe, manhole barrels and ensure safe work procedures are followed during the lowering of materials into the excavation · Comply with health and safety regulation at the sites Applicant must have a good work ethic and right attitude Must provide previous work references not necessarily in this industry. 3 years experience is required or at least a level 4 relevant qualification. 35 - 55 hours a week.

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