Dairy Farm Assistant - Aspiring Dairy
| Company | Pamu - Landcorp Farming |
| Location | Horowhenua, Manawatu / Whanganui |
| Listed | Fri 3 Jul, 11:36 am |
| Type | Full time, Permanent |
| Reference | JR101034-1 |
THE OPPORTUNITY
We're looking for a motivated and reliable Dairy Farm Assistant to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their dairy farming career while working alongside an experienced and supportive Farm Manager.
As a Dairy Farm Assistant, you'll be involved in all aspects of the day-to-day farm operation, including:
You'll receive ongoing training and development, with opportunities to build your skills and progress within the business. We value team members who show initiative, take pride in their work, and contribute positively to a supportive team environment.
About the Farm
Aspiring Dairy is a well-equipped organic operation featuring:
Located just outside Foxton, you'll enjoy a relaxed rural lifestyle while remaining within easy reach of Palmerston North and Levin. The area offers excellent schooling, beautiful beaches, fishing, hunting, mountain biking, and a wide range of outdoor recreation opportunities.
About You
We're looking for someone who is enthusiastic, dependable, and enjoys working outdoors as part of a team.
Ideally, you'll have:
Previous dairy farming experience (preferred but not essential)
We’re proud to have a supportive and inclusive culture at Pamu. If this role sounds like a good fit for you, but you don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.
BENEFITS
We care about your wellbeing - that’s why we offer health and life insurance, enhanced parental leave benefits, and up to 4% KiwiSaver matching as part of a competitive salary package. You’ll also receive an extra day of leave over Christmas, along with ongoing training and development to help you thrive.
This opportunity comes with accommodation
Apply Now
Applications close Sunday 19 July 2026. We will be interviewing applicants as they apply.
To find out more about this opportunity, please ring Toko Wilson- Farm Manager on 027 218 8139
To be eligible for this role, you must be available for an in-person interview and have unrestricted legal rights to work in New Zealand. We are unable to accept applicants on temporary work visas for permanent opportunities.
Pamu provides a safe workplace and the successful applicant will be required to pass a drug and alcohol test and undergo a criminal background check prior to being appointed.
We're looking for a motivated and reliable Dairy Farm Assistant to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to grow their dairy farming career while working alongside an experienced and supportive Farm Manager.
As a Dairy Farm Assistant, you'll be involved in all aspects of the day-to-day farm operation, including:
- Milking and maintaining high milk quality standards
- Animal health, welfare, and stock observation
- Calving, mating, and young stock management
- Feeding stock and pasture management
- Effluent management and environmental compliance
- Fencing, water systems, weed control, and general farm maintenance
- Tractor operation and machinery use (where appropriate)
- Maintaining a safe, tidy, and efficient working environment
- Assisting with any other farm duties as required
You'll receive ongoing training and development, with opportunities to build your skills and progress within the business. We value team members who show initiative, take pride in their work, and contribute positively to a supportive team environment.
About the Farm
Aspiring Dairy is a well-equipped organic operation featuring:
- 290 effective hectares
- Approximately 650 peak cows
- Modern 60-bail rotary dairy
- In-shed feeding system
- Modern effluent infrastructure
- Reliable tractors and well-maintained farm machinery
- Focus on animal welfare, environmental stewardship, and continuous improvement
Located just outside Foxton, you'll enjoy a relaxed rural lifestyle while remaining within easy reach of Palmerston North and Levin. The area offers excellent schooling, beautiful beaches, fishing, hunting, mountain biking, and a wide range of outdoor recreation opportunities.
About You
We're looking for someone who is enthusiastic, dependable, and enjoys working outdoors as part of a team.
Ideally, you'll have:
Previous dairy farming experience (preferred but not essential)
- A genuine interest in building a career in the dairy industry
- Good stockmanship and a commitment to excellent animal welfare
- A positive attitude with a strong work ethic
- Good communication skills and the ability to work independently and within a team
- A commitment to health, safety, and environmental best practice
- The ability to follow farm systems and procedures while showing initiative
- A current New Zealand Restricted or Full Driver Licence
- Knowledge of organics within Dairy farming (not essential, training and coaching provided)
We’re proud to have a supportive and inclusive culture at Pamu. If this role sounds like a good fit for you, but you don’t meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.
BENEFITS
We care about your wellbeing - that’s why we offer health and life insurance, enhanced parental leave benefits, and up to 4% KiwiSaver matching as part of a competitive salary package. You’ll also receive an extra day of leave over Christmas, along with ongoing training and development to help you thrive.
This opportunity comes with accommodation
Apply Now
Applications close Sunday 19 July 2026. We will be interviewing applicants as they apply.
To find out more about this opportunity, please ring Toko Wilson- Farm Manager on 027 218 8139
To be eligible for this role, you must be available for an in-person interview and have unrestricted legal rights to work in New Zealand. We are unable to accept applicants on temporary work visas for permanent opportunities.
Pamu provides a safe workplace and the successful applicant will be required to pass a drug and alcohol test and undergo a criminal background check prior to being appointed.
