Dairy Farm Assistant | Pāmu Farms of New Zealand (Renown Dairy, Waikato)

Employer: Pāmu Farms of New Zealand
Location: Renown Dairy, Waikato District, New Zealand
Job Type: Full-Time, Fixed-Term (until May 2026)
Pay Rate: NZD $29 – $31 per hour (depending on skills and experience)
Accommodation: Provided on-site

Pāmu Farms is on the lookout for a Dairy Farm Assistant to join the crew at Renown Dairy in Waikato. This full-time role runs until May 2026, with hands-on work like milking, calving support, feeding stock, effluent management, fencing, and general farm maintenance. Pay ranges from $29–$31 per hour, depending on your background and how quickly you pick up the ropes.

Accommodation is included, so you can settle in and focus on the work. You don’t need years of experience, just a strong work ethic and willingness to learn. Training is provided, and safety is always front and centre.

About Pāmu Farms of New Zealand

Pāmu, also known as Landcorp Farming Limited, manages over 360,000 hectares across 100+ farms nationwide. Since 1886, it’s been a leader in sustainable, innovative farming, balancing productivity with protecting the land. From cutting methane emissions to restoring biodiversity, Pāmu is shaping farming’s future while respecting kaitiakitanga (guardianship of the land).

With 630+ staff, the company invests in training, mental health support, and career progression, aiming to promote 50% of roles internally by 2030. It’s a workplace built on values: grounded, gutsy, real, and tight-knit.

Job Title

Dairy Farm Assistant – Renown Dairy

Responsibilities

• Assist with once-a-day milking in a 60-bail rotary shed.
• Monitor calving, supporting cows and calves when needed.
• Prepare and distribute feed rations accurately.
• Operate effluent systems responsibly to protect waterways.
• Carry out spraying and weed control safely.
• Repair and maintain farm fencing and infrastructure.
• Check herd health and report any concerns promptly.
• Use farm technology (e.g., yield monitors, drafting systems).
• Keep milking equipment and yards clean and hygienic.
• Support and guide new staff or trainees.
• Record daily activities in the farm’s digital system.
• Follow farm safety procedures and policies.
• Collaborate with the team on seasonal and big tasks.

Requirements

Education

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Agricultural training or NZQA certifications are a bonus.

Experience

• 1–2 years in dairy or stock work helpful.
• Enthusiastic beginners are welcome, training provided.

Skills

• Able to work independently or in a team.
• Strong communication for reporting herd and task issues.
• Animal welfare awareness (spotting sickness or lameness).
• Safe handling of quads, tractors, and tools.
• Initiative and a can-do approach to tasks.

Knowledge

• Basics of dairy farming and herd management.
• Understanding effluent and grazing systems.
• Familiarity with fencing repairs and farm maintenance.
• Awareness of farm safety and sustainability practices.

Applicant Location

This is an onsite role at Renown Dairy (between Taupō and Rotorua). Applicants must be prepared to work and live on-site.

Application Procedure

To apply, download the Job Info app from the Google Play Store. Use the app to complete your application and submit it for this role.

Note :

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