Who we are

NZ Dairy Careers is based in Mid Canterbury. We are committed to retaining and developing people within the dairy industry. We pride ourselves on matching candidates with the right employer to develop skilled and motivated employees in the dairy industry.

We support all our candidates while on farm and provide mentoring, pastoral care and training and development opportunities. This close involvement with the employer and candidate guarantees favourable results and supports the long-term growth of New Zealand’s dairy industry.


What we Need

We have clients based in South Canterbury and southland that are looking for someone to be part of their team and progress in the industry. Now is the time to consider your options and secure a future opportunity in the dairy industry. 

Are you looking for a Career Change

Do you have a passion to progress in the dairy industry?

Are you a team player with a co-operative spirit?

Do you have the drive to continuously challenge yourself ?

Our farms are highly efficient, support training and development and have the highest standard of employment conditions.

Farms  range from 600 – 1800 cows with varying rosters and accommodation available. 

Salary from $48,000 + Accom - $52,000 +Accom

Duties include milking, bringing in cows for milking, assisting with animal health, mating and calving. Setting up and taking down temporary electric fences, assisting with irrigation, weed control and general farm and machinery maintenance.

Experience is not essential but a good work ethic is. 

Essential Requirements
• Current CV with 2 contactable work references
• Pass a drug test
• Current license
• Reliable transport