Farm Assistant - Family Dairy Farm with Variety

Farm Assistant – Family Dairy Farm with Variety & Great Accommodation

‍Location: Culverden, North Canterbury (1 hour north of Christchurch)

‍Job Type: Full-time, Permanent Farm Assistant

‍Start Date: Mid July

‍The Opportunity

Join a supportive family-run dairy farm in beautiful Culverden, milking 400 cows once a day through a 30 aside herringbone. This role offers genuine variety — from working with all stock (including young stock and a few beef animals) to managing irrigation systems on a scenic mix of flat and rolling country.Role Details

• Milking 400 cows once a day, all year round
• Operating under a 5 on 2 off roster (~40+ hours/week)
• Using Centre Pivots, fixed grid, and longline sprinklers
• General stock work, feeding out, and farm maintenance
• Fully self-contained operation so you’ll see all aspects of the farm
• $25/hour + fully furnished 2-bedroom cottage for $200/week (incl. power)

Role Requirements

• Previous experience on a dairy farm (minimum 1 year preferred)
• Confident around cows and machinery
• Strong communication and a solid work ethic
• Full driver’s license and able to pass drug testing

Site Culture and Benefits

• Family-run farm with a supportive, hands-on team
• Stunning North Canterbury setting, just an hour from Christchurch
• Fully furnished accommodation on farm, great for settling in quickly

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

Why Choose Max People?

Max People started as a specialised construction recruitment agency and has been a trailblazer in providing customised labour-hire solutions to leading construction firms throughout New Zealand. We've since expanded our reach into the agriculture, manufacturing, and logistics sectors. Begin your career journey with Max People today!

‍Note: While we appreciate the interest of all applicants, only those that meet the minimum requirements will be contacted. All applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.