Farm hand/ assistant

We are looking for a enthusiastic person that has been in the dairy industry for at least 1 season for The Kapenga M Trust KMS dairy farm. The farm is situated 20 mins south of Rotorua. It is a rolling to steep farm so ideally you will have had experience driving bikes and tractors on this kind of terrain. We expect you to - Be able to milk efficiently - Detect cows that are sick or lame - Put up break fences and work out paddock areas - Be able to operate vehicles in a safe manner - Be a team player and help out the team when asked. - Be able to follow instructions and be confident to ask questions - Be punctual reliable and a good time manager but not a clock watcher - Be willing to learn - Clean and tidy and take pride in the workplace. You need to be fit and healthy and drug free. You must be legally able to work in NZ (Kapenga is not an accredited employer) Kapenga M Trust is a progressive Trust with 2 dairy farms and a sheep, beef and deer unit. They are supportive of staff and encourage training for the right person. There are opportunities to grow within the Trust. If this sounds like you include your CV and 2 referees in your application.

We have 3 positions available for calf rearers near Rangiora. We have 1300 cows and rear 350 replacements in total over 2 farms. The focus is on attention to detail and healthy replacement and bobby calves as well as running an efficient calf rearing system. All roles require a strong, physically capable person able to handle calves. The farms are 1km from Rangiora. Accommodation is available for all positions if required. 1. Lead calf rearer – this person will be responsible for the calf rearing team and be involved with planning with the farm manager. This role requires proven experience with calf rearing and an ability to work with staff. The role is fulltime from late July to late September, and then hours reducing until all the calves are weaned in early December. 2. Calf rearing 2ic – this role will be to support the lead calf rearer and maintain high standards. This is a fulltime position from late July to late September. Some calf rearing experience preferred. 3. Assistant calf rearer. – this person will be physically capable and help with the peak of calving. No experience needed. The role is from 1st August to 10th September. Please state which position you are applying for.

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 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.

Are you passionate about dairy farming and want to develop professionally within the industry? We are large scale, established Contract Milkers moving onto a new farm next season. Due to our progressive employees career growth, we have the exciting opportunity for two new team members to join us in our venture. The farm has the following: - 1600 cows. 60-bale rotary with ACRs, auto teat spray and inshed feeding. System 3-4 with Halter technology. Located 10 minutes to Reporoa town and 25 minutes from Taupo. The role: - Milking - Operation of 2-wheel motorbike and tractor to complete general farm duties such as feeding cleaning, animal handling and equipment maintenance - Maintain herd health through assisting with routine health checks, vaccinations and other care tasks and learning to identify signs of sickness - Weed control and farm upkeep What we require: - Basic farming experience preferred but not essential - full training will be provided - A great communicator, who will bring positivity to our team - The ability to follow directions and prioritise - Excellent time management - A keen learner who wants to progress quickly within the industry - A desire to advance with the times with on farm technology and farming innovation - A full clean driver’s license - Ability to pass both a pre-employment and ongoing random drug testing What we offer: - Excellent roster; 4 days off in 14 including alternate weekends - Competitive salary based on experience - A supportive environment with training and career growth opportunity - A good quality two or three bedroom home - A well-maintained farm with good infrastructure and quality machinery - High standards in animal health, health and safety and environmental sustainability How to apply: To apply please send an up-to-date CV including two references from previous employers to idealfarming@outlook.com.

Are you passionate about dairy farming and want to develop professionally within the industry? We are large scale, established Contract Milkers moving onto a new farm next season. Due to our progressive employees career growth, we have the exciting opportunity for two new team members to join us in our venture. The farm has the following: - 1600 cows. 60-bale rotary with ACRs, auto teat spray and inshed feeding. System 3-4 with Halter technology. Located 10 minutes to Reporoa town and 25 minutes from Taupo. What we require: - At least two full time years of successful farming experience - Excellent animal health management; including but not limited to identifying and treating mastitis and lameness - A good grasp of basic feed allocation - A great communicator, who will bring positivity to our team - The ability to prioritise and excellent time management - Good 2-wheeler and tractor driving ability - A desire to advance with the times with on farm technology and farming innovation - A full clean driver’s license - Ability to pass both a pre-employment and ongoing random drug testing What we offer: - Excellent roster; 4 days off in 14 including alternate weekends - Competitive salary based on experience - A supportive environment with training and career growth opportunity - A good quality two or three bedroom home - A well-maintained farm with good infrastructure and quality machinery - High standards in animal health, health and safety and environmental sustainability How to apply: To apply please send an up-to-date CV including two references from previous employers to idealfarming@outlook.com.

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Second-in-Charge (2IC) to join our team on a dairy farm unit in the Rotorua area. This role replaces our current Senior Farm Assistant who is off to explore the world leaving us with big shoes to fill. This is a key position working closely with the Contract Milker in the day-to-day running of the farm. The Farm 980 cows, 260ha, 44bail Rotary. Predominantly pasture-based system with some supplement, Established team and good systems in place, Located on a school bus route to a great local school. The Role The 2IC will support the Contract Milker and take responsibility across farm operations, including: - Herd management and animal health - Milking and shed management - Assisting with staff supervision and training - Feeding, pasture management, and general farm duties - Stepping up in the Contract Milker’s absence The Ideal Candidate - Proven dairy farming experience at Senior Assistant or 2IC level - Strong animal husbandry skills - Good communication and leadership ability - Reliable, motivated, and able to work independently - Enjoys being part of a supportive, team-focused workplace What We Offer - Competitive remuneration based on experience - Supportive Contract Milker and stable team - Opportunity to further develop leadership and management skills - Accommodation available (details to be discussed)

We’re looking for a capable and motivated 2IC to join our established sharemilking operation for the 2026–2027 dairy season, starting 1 June 2026. This role will suit someone ready to step up into a senior on-farm role, work alongside the sharemilker, and take real ownership of day-to-day operations. While the position is initially offered as a 12-month fixed term, there is potential for the role to extend for the right person. You’ll be involved across all key farm systems — from animal health and feed management through to staff support, compliance, and farm standards. We’re looking for someone practical, driven, and forward-thinking, who leads by example and enjoys being part of a strong team. The Farm - 400 cows milked through a 42-aside herringbone - Free-draining soils, gently rolling contour - Located 10–15 minutes from Rotorua - Family-owned for five generations - Progressive, future-focused operation within the Rotorua Catchment The Role - Milk harvesting and daily operations - Animal health and welfare - Pasture and feed management - Supporting and supervising staff - Machinery operation - Health & safety and environmental compliance About You - 3+ years dairy farming experience, ideally at herd manager or senior level - Confident, reliable, and capable of making decisions - Strong work ethic with leadership potential - Keen to develop and grow within the industry We offer a competitive remuneration package, good accommodation, an attractive roster, and a genuine focus on development and modern farming systems. If you’re looking for a solid step forward and want to be part of a well-run, values-driven farm — we’d love to hear from you. Please get in touch and send through your CV and covering letter.

We are experienced sharemilkers running a modern 1,500 Cow Dairy Farm in Awamoko, North Otago with a new 80 bale rotary - along with neighboring runoff, and we’re looking for an experienced General Farm Hand to join our team. This is a role for someone who wants variety, responsibility, and potential long term development within the industry. About the Role - Negotiable roster - Balanced workload across tractor driving, stock work, irrigation, milking (if desired), and general farm work - Efficient team of long serving, experienced dairy staff - Dairy platform is pivot-irrigated with underslung effluent, fixed grid in corners - Runoff is a mixture of K-line and dryland. - Housing available You will Ideally Have - Tractor driving experience - Pride in your work and care for animals and equipment - A positive team attitude and good communication - Reliability and able to work both in a team and independently Requirements - Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test - Zero tolerance for drugs and alcohol on farm - NZ Residency is essential - CV and genuine references required If you’re keen to learn more about this position, we’d love to hear from you! Please apply via Farmsource jobs or email CV to cricklewoodfarming@gmail.com

We are seeking an experienced milker & farmhand to assist with general farm duties and milking a 400 cow Friesian herd, in a 42 bale rotary milking shed with automatic cup removers. This is a full time position, and the roster is 12 days on, 2 days off (i.e every second weekend off). Morning milkings are usually between 4:30-7:30am and afternoons are usually between 2:00 – 4:30pm. Other farm duties you may be involved with will include general farm duties e.g: · Shifting cows & feeding · Fencing, weed control · Shed cleaning and set up · Identifying and alerting other staff/vet about sick animals You will be required to ride a quad bike, and drive the tractor. The farm contour is completely flat with well laid out paddocks, central races and all paddocks are irrigated to troughs. You must be able to work as part of a team and/or sole charge. There are 2 other full time workers (the farm manager and the farm owner). We are looking for an honest, hard working, experienced and reliable team player. We have a small, relaxed, flexible, family friendly team, with a drug free policy in our work place. There may be a possibility for on farm accommodation to be provided. We are situated in Longburn, 10 minutes from Palmerston north, so handy for town. Salary will be negotiated with the successful applicant dependant on skills and experience (competitive and fair remuneration package offered). Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand to be considered. Ideally, We are looking for someone to start immediately, or we can negotiate an agreed start date.