Dairy Assistant Roles – Work & Explore New Zealand!
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We’re Hiring Dairy Assistants for Multiple Farms:
All roles require previous milking experience. Commitment until May 31st is required (permanent roles available).
Mid Canterbury:
Milking 1400 cows – 70-bail rotary (6/2 roster)
Southland:
Milking 300 cows – on own milking so must have good previous experience
Selwyn:
Milking several herds (600–900 cows) – Herringbone (6/2 roster)
South Canterbury:
Milking 900 cows – 50 bail rotary (7/2, 7/2, 7/3 roster)
Milking 650 and 420 cows – Rotary (6/2 roster)
Your Key Responsibilities:
1. Milking, bringing cows in, and plant washdowns
2. Calving & calf rearing – feeding, health checks, and weaning
3. Animal health (feeding, treatments, monitoring)
4. Pasture management (moving break fences)
5. General farm maintenance
6. Machinery operation & upkeep
7. Weed control & spraying
What We’re Looking For:
1. Previous dairy farm or livestock experience (essential)
2. Good English communication skills
3. Willingness to learn & work as part of a team
4. Legal right to work in NZ (AEWV not supported)
5. Bonus: Tractor or 2-wheel motorbike experience
Perks & Benefits:
On-farm accommodation provided
$24–$26 per hour
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Only applicants with Dairy experience will be contacted.
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