Farm Assistant Role For Backpackers/working Holiday Visa Holders!

🇳🇿 Live the Kiwi Dream: Well-Paid Seasonal Dairy Farming Roles!

Ready for an authentic New Zealand adventure? If you love the outdoors, want to work with animals, and are looking for excellent hourly pay with accommodation provided, we have the perfect role for you.

We are recruiting for multiple locations across the North and South Island. Check out our lineups for the upcoming 2026 season:


📍 Fairlie, Canterbury
- Start: July 2026 – November 2026
- Herd Size and Shed: 480 cows through 40 AS Herringbone shed
- Roster: 8 days on 2 days off (calving) then 8 days on 3 days off (base)
- Pay: 24 per hour subject to experience
- Avg. Hours: 45 hours p/week
- Accommodation: shared accommodation

📍 Lumsden, Southland
- Start: August 2026 – 3 months
- Herd Size and Shed: 850 cows through Herringbone shed o Roster: 6 days on 1 days off
- Pay: 27 per hour
- Avg. Hours: 45 hours p/week
- Accommodation: 3-BR shared accommodation

📍 Ashburton, Canterbury
- Start: August 2026 – 3 months
- Herd Size and Shed: 650 cows through 44 Bail Rotary shed o Roster: 6 days on 2 days off
- Pay: 27 - 29 per hour , depending on experience
- Avg. Hours: 40 hours p/week
- Accommodation: solo 2- BR cottage

📍 Opotiki Bay of Plenty
- Start: July 2026 – 3 months
- Herd Size and Shed: 300 cows through 30 AS Herringbone shed o Roster: 6 days on 2 days off
- Pay: 25 - 30 per hour , depending on experience
- Avg. Hours: 40 hours p/week
- Accommodation: solo 2- BR self-contained unit


You don’t need to tick every single box, but the more you have, the better your chances!
- Great attitude and strong work ethic (must-have!)
- Dairy farming or milking experience (must-have!)
- Motorbike or quad experience (required for some roles)
- Good English and ability to follow instructions
- Valid driver’s licence (NZ or international) + own vehicle
- Comfortable working outdoors in all weather

📩 Ready to jump in?
Apply today with your CV and tell us which location catches your eye!