4 Dairy jobs

WHERE SJ Pastures is a forward-thinking dairy farming business that operates the Monowai Dairy Farm, located 25 minutes south of Taupō in the Rangitaiki area. The 370-hectare property has been fully refurbished, including modernised housing with double glazing and insulation, and a completely rebuilt 60-aside herringbone milking shed with new yards. The farm currently milks around 650 cows, aiming to increase to 900 next season, with plans to install automatic cup removers. Major infrastructure upgrades include new fencing, laneways, machinery, and a modern water system, with a central laneway connecting all paddocks to the milking shed. As the redevelopment nears completion, SJ Pastures offers an opportunity to join an inclusive team focused on refining production practices and aligning cow numbers with the enhanced infrastructure.                                  WHAT As the 2IC you will work closely with the Farm Manager in daily operations and need...

WHERE Te Hou Farms Limited is a large-scale dairy farming business located 15km west of Bulls in the Rangitikei District. The ownership is shared between Ngā Wairiki Ngāti Apa Developments (two-thirds) and Ātihau Whanganui Incorporation (one-third). The farm comprises 1,324 hectares across two adjoining properties, including a 530ha irrigated dairy unit and the remainder used for cropping and drystock. Operating as a closed farming system, the business milks 1,650 cows at peak with split calving. Cows calve on the 900ha drystock unit before returning to the dairy platform. WHAT Te Hou Farms Limited is a progressive dairy farming operation, seeking a motivated individual to step into the Unit Manager role. Te Hou is a high performing dairy unit, and the successful candidate must have 7 years in the dairy industry with 2 of these years in a previous large scale 2IC or management role. Working closely with the Operations Manager, you will support the...

Located in the Manawatu District. Genuine opportunity to be upskilled in tractor and agricultural work. A variety of tasks to keep your work exciting across three blocks.     WHERE Meads Farming Ltd is a third-generation family-owned farming operation in the Manawatu district, focusing on sheep and beef breeding, finishing, and some arable cropping. They manage approximately 18,000 stock units across three integrated blocks, all within 25 minutes of Feilding. The 1000ha Waituna West block serves primarily as the breeding location, supplying progeny to the finishing blocks in Cheltenham (230ha) and Halcombe (540ha). Located 30km north of Feilding, Waituna West features easy rolling hill country, well-maintained stock handling facilities, and quality machinery.                                                                     WHAT Meads Farming Ltd is seeking a motivated Fencer General to join their team following a long-standing...

·         Located in Waiwhare, 50km from Hastings, in a safe, welcoming rural community. ·         Be part of a team-focused, inclusive farm where learning and growth are valued. ·         Enjoy a family-friendly farm with systems designed for work-life balance. WHERE SJ Pastures is a progressive 450ha dairy farm near Hastings, featuring a 250ha milking platform and dedicated feed unit. Run by Contract Milkers Jeremy and Sheree for three seasons, the farm operates a high-efficiency, largely self-sufficient system with modern infrastructure and machinery, including a composting barn producing 400-600 tonnes annually. Producing around 20t/ha of feed each year, including 130ha of lucerne under cut-and-carry, the farm milks year-round and has excellent laneways ensuring a maximum 15-minute walk to the shed. The system balances strong production with a healthy work-life balance.                           WHAT Willowford offers an...