Dairy Assistants | Balclutha, South Otago

Looking for a change of scenery and the chance to experience life in beautiful South Otago?

‍This is a great opportunity for two people to join a well-established dairy farm near Balclutha.

Milking around 1,000 cows across 400 hectares, the farm combines modern technology with practical, well-managed farming systems. The rotary shed features ACRs, automatic teat spraying, milk monitoring and in-shed feeding.

There is also a 40-bale herringbone shed, giving you the opportunity to work across different milking systems.

This is a casual assignment for a minimum of three months, starting in September/October 2026. With an 8 days on / 3 days off roster and an average of around 40/45 hours per week, you'll have a good balance between getting stuck into the work and enjoying your time off.

‍Details:‍

• Casual position
• Minimum 3-month assignment
• 2 people required
• Start date: September/October 2026
• Herd size: 1,000 cows
• Farm size: 400 hectares
• Location: Balclutha, South Otago
• Wage: $25 per hour plus accommodation
• Average hours: Approximately 40-45 hours per week
• Roster: 8 days on / 3 days off
• Accommodation: 3-bedroom house

Farm Systems & Equipment:‍

• 50-bale rotary shed
• 40-bale herringbone shed
• ACRs
• Automatic teat spraying
• Milk monitoring system
• In-shed feeding
• Quad bikes
• Side-by-sides
• Travelling irrigator for effluent

Tasks:‍

• Milking and daily shed operations
• Working across rotary and herringbone milking systems
• Animal health and stock management
• Feeding and general dairy farm duties
• Operating farm vehicles and equipment
• Effluent management using a travelling irrigator
• General farm maintenance
• Supporting seasonal farm work and the wider team
• Maintaining high standards of animal care and farm presentation

Requirements:‍

• Previous dairy farming experience preferred
• Good stock sense and animal handling skills
• Reliable, hardworking and happy to get involved
• Comfortable working as part of a team
• Good communication skills
• Ability to work the 8/3 roster
• Legal right to work in New Zealand

What's in it for you?‍

• $25 per hour plus affordable accommodation
• Minimum 3-month assignment
• Comfortable 3-bedroom house 
• 8/3 roster providing a great balance of work and time off
• Modern dairy technology and multiple milking systems
• Opportunity to work across both rotary and herringbone sheds
• Beautiful South Otago rural lifestyle
• Great opportunity for two people wanting to work and experience rural New Zealand together

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‍Apply online TODAY and drive your Dairy career with The Max Team!‍

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