Dairy Farm Assistant

Lincoln University

Permanent full-time Halswell, Canterbury Agricultural Workers

Posted:

June 10, 2026

Location:

Halswell, Canterbury, New Zealand

Job Description

Support daily farm operations, oversee herd and pasture care, and help drive high‑performance, sustainable dairy farming.
Mō te tūka | The role

Join a high-performing, fully irrigated dairy farm operating in the top 10% for profitability. You’ll work closely with the Farm Manager and 2IC to support herd care, pasture management, and seasonal operations. This hands-on role is essential to maintaining LUDF’s reputation for efficiency, sustainability, and excellence.

Some tasks of the role include:
Feeding and caring for stock, setting break fences

Assisting with milking, shed hygiene, and milk quality standards

Supporting calving, mating, and dry stock management

Operating and maintaining farm vehicles and machinery

Managing effluent systems and environmental compliance

Keeping tools and equipment clean, tidy, and in good working order
Mahi & Wāhi / Utu | Work pattern, locat...

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Job Overview

Job Type: Permanent full-time

Location: Halswell, New Zealand

Posted: June 10, 2026

Deadline: July 20, 2026