Contract Milker or Farm Manager

**Job Description** Contract Milker 860 Cows | 290 ha effective | Miraka Supply | Start 1 June 2026 Ranginui Limited Partnership is seeking an experienced Contract Milker to join our Miraka-supplying dairy operation from 1 June 2026. Ranginui is an iwi-owned farming business within a wider cluster including dairy, drystock and forestry. The farm has averaged 250,000 kgMS over the past three seasons and, following a return to TAD milking, is on track to exceed 300,000 kgMS this season. Located 38 minutes from Tokoroa and approximately one hour from Taupō, this role offers scale, strong support and long-term opportunity within a professionally governed farming business. **The Farm** - 860 cows, targeting 300,000 kgMS, over 290 effective hectares - 50-bale rotary shed with in-shed feeding - Miraka Supply #332 - Replacements run off-farm - Team structure: Contract Milker plus 3 staff - Four on-farm houses available **The Role** You will be responsible for the day-to-day performance of the farm, including: - Pasture and feed management and seasonal planning - Herd health, reproduction, milk quality and animal welfare - Leading and supporting the on-farm team - Maintaining a tidy, efficient and well-run operation - Ensuring strong health and safety practices at all times - Meeting Miraka, environmental and compliance requirements **About You** You will bring: - Proven Contract Milking experience, or capability to step confidently into this scale - Strong pasture and stock management skills - Calm, capable people leadership - A proactive and organised approach - Alignment with values-based, iwi-owned farming - New Zealand citizenship or residency **Remuneration** Contract milking terms are set at $1.45 per kgMS, plus an additional calf rearing payment. The position will operate under a standard Federated Farmers Contract Milking Agreement.

Peak milk 300 cow Spring calving jersey/jersey cross contract milking position in Manawaru, Waikato. 36 bale rotary, 80ha Expect to produce in excess of 120,000kgMS Pay rate negotiable. Contract milker to pay for electricity, farm bike, personal and liability insurance and any additional labour. Owner prepared to pay for rubberware and detergents. Would suit a husband and wife team. Second person required in shed during calving and mating season. Accommodation is a four bedroom house. Manawaru primary school and Te Aroha College nearest schools. If interested, please send your CV with at least 2 references including current employer to kev.kas@farmside.co.nz MUST BE ELIGIBLE TO BE WORKING IN NZ. This is not a position for people on a work visa or requiring a work visa.

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.

We are seeking a reliable and experienced contract milker or sole charge manager for the upcoming season - dairy farm located Te Aroha area. Farm details: - approx 170-180 cows - 52ha flat contour - 20 aside herringbone - In shed meal feeders Accommodation: - 3 bedroom house provided Role requirements: - proven dairy farming experience - Ability to manage day to day milking, animal health and general farm duties - Must have own motorbike - Strong work ethic and good stockmanship - Ability to work independently and communicate well Eligibility: - applicant must be currently residing in New Zealand - Must be legally able to work in NZ - Overseas applicants will not be considered If you are a motivated contact milker or farm manager looking for a manageable herd we'd like to hear from you. Please apply with details of your experience and references.

Fantastic Contract Milking opportunity for an experienced self-starter who is passionate about all things dairying and strives for success. We pride ourselves on sustaining a well-producing herd across a tidy well-maintained dairy unit with excellent facilities and infrastructure. Situated in Ngahinapouri just 10 minutes out of Hamilton, we are seeking a motivated person who is ready to hit the ground running and take this operation to the next level. Open to negotiating a Farm Manager role for the right candidate. Farm Details: • 80 effective hectares, easy rolling contour • Average 3yr production 95,000 kg/ms • System 2, Silage bales made on farm + Turnip summer crop • Modern 20 aside herringbone cowshed with in-shed feed system • Spring calving, 230 quiet crossbred cows • All youngstock grazed off farm • TAD milking on 24hr grazing routine Key responsibilities and capabilities: ~ Full day-to-day management of the dairy operation; carry out milkings in a calm hygienic manor, keeping cowshed and dairy surrounds organized and presentable. ~ Excellent pasture management skills; managing residuals, round lengths, and allocation based off Farm Walk data, manage supplement and break feeding efficiently. ~ Strong focus on animal health & welfare; proactively identifying and treating mastitis, sick, and lame cows. ~ Undertake general farm maintenance and repairs where needed. Keeping the overall farm tidy and any weeds under control. We are seeking a Contract Milker who works to a high standard, is honest, reliable and has strong communication skills. The proactive owners are available to assist wherever mutually agreed upon. The successful candidate will be offered a competitive package. Accommodation is included, but this opportunity could also suit a drive-in person. This job is open to NZ citizens only. Please email your CV with references to: ajagri@outlook.com

We are seeking a keen and motivated person to manage our 132ha, 360 cow dairy farm. The farm is mainly flat with some rolling hills. It is a low system, low stress operation. The successful applicant would be responsible not just for the milk harvesting, pasture management, weed control but also the day to day management of a staff member. The 3 bedroom home on the farm is 5 minutes from the local township with a primary school and childcare centre. It is 20 minutes from Dannevirke. We are open to tailoring the position to suit the right person.

**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

Dairy Farm Manager for 360Cow dairy operation located Pahiatua NZ. The farm is 126 hectares effective with an adjacent 52 hectare runoff. The role has responsibility over both blocks. 360 cows are peak milked with R1 and R2 year hfrs grazed on the adjacent runoff. 2026 Season 170,000kgMS target 2025 Season 161,500kgMS Target 2027 is 170,000kgMS The role will require the following: - Great Stockmanship and the ability to feed cows well. These cows are doing close to 500kgMS/cow - The desire to grow out young stock well. Young stock are grazed at the runoff and the responsibility of the Farm Manager. - Good understanding of Animal Health and experience with diagnosis and treatment of common Cow challenges. - A sound understanding of cowshed management including plant hygiene/ food safety standards. - Strong pasture management skills - willing to plate farm fortnightly. - Ability to lead and communicate well with staff - 2Ic and relief staff - A willingness to communicate actively with the farm owners and a willingness to be coached by farm owners. - Sound understanding of technology - use of Minda/Fonterra Dairy Diary/Resolution. - Willingness to capture data to support good decision making. The farm is part of a larger family-owned operation milking 1400 cows in North of Pahiatua. You will be part of a larger team which has the ability to provide support when required. The Farm owners are looking for a Team Player who is open to learning and willing to be coached. The farm is performing well with a developed farm system, and we would envisage that a new Farm Manager would adopt our base system. We pride ourselves in growing the capability and knowledge of our Farm Managers. We are seeking NZ residents for this role and looking for a minimum 3-year commitment. Please do not apply if you are not already based on NZ. Farm Size (ha) 180 Peak Herd Size (cows) 365 Typical On-farm Staff 2.5 Position Start Date 01/06/2026 Accommodation available 4 bedroom Weather Board House Hour Type week Average Hours Per week 55 Roster Single rotation - 11 Days on / 3 days Off Remuneration paid by By Negotiation

A great opportunity has opened for a motivated and experienced Contract Milker to join a 340-cow dairy farm, just 10 minutes from Kaikoura. **The Role:** - Manage the day-to-day operations of the farm in a contract milking capacity. - Provide excellent stockmanship, including calf rearing and youngstock management. - Apply proven pasture management skills to maintain farm productivity. - Operate a 36 ASHB cowshed with cup removers and efficiently manage K-Line irrigation. - Maintain a high standard of work while demonstrating a positive, can-do attitude. **What’s on Offer:** - Two 3-bedroom houses available; school bus passes the gate. - Youngstock stay on farm, making experience with replacements essential. - Flexible contract arrangements, negotiable for the right candidate. If you take pride in your work, have strong all-round farming skills, and are ready to progress in the dairy industry, we’d love to hear from you. For enquiries or to apply, contact Hamish on 027 367 0668.

Farm assistant or 2IC required for 90ha farm 20min south of Wanganui. Responsibilities include 30ashb, inshed feeding, and pivot irrigator management. Farm Size (ha): 90 Peak Herd Size (cows): 280 Typical On-farm Staff: 2 Accommodation available: 3 bedroom house Average Hours Per week: 42 Roster: Single rotation - 12 Days on / 2 days Off