Bell Hill Dairy - Dairy Farm Assistant - Fixed Term

About the role

Join a high-performing team at Bell Hill Dairy and gain hands-on experience across all aspects of dairy farming. This is a practical, varied role where you'll build strong foundations and develop your skills while working as part of a collaborative and supportive team. You'll be assisting with everything from milking and calving through to feeding stock, spraying and general farm work. Alongside this, you'll have the opportunity to learn the systems and skills that come with working on a progressive farm - including shed and animal health management . This role is well suited to someone who enjoys being hands-on, has a genuine interest in farming, and is keen to grow their career in an environment that encourages learning and shared responsibility. You'll be provided with high-quality PPE and supported by a strong health and safety culture, working with well-maintained, up-to-date farm equipment. This is a fixed-term role from July to the 18th of December 2026 . THE FARM Located in the scenic Greymouth / Lake Brunner region on the West Coast, Bell Hill Dairy is a progressive farming operation where you'll be part of a team milking 900 cows through a modern 60-bail rotary shed. Our farm spans 505 hectares (450 ha effective), featuring unique humped and hollowed terrain that supports efficient, large-scale dairy production. Pāmu Landcorp Farming Limited is a State-Owned Enterprise with over 110 farms across New Zealand. Our purpose is to lead the delivery of innovative and sustainable agriculture solutions for future generations. ABOUT YOU You're enthusiastic, hands-on, and ready to contribute to the team's success. You're eager to learn, develop your skills, and make a real impact on the farm. Ideally, you'll also have: Experience in a similar dairy farming role, or a strong interest in developing one Good communication skills and the ability to work independently as well as part of a team A proactive attitude, with initiative and a commitment to animal welfare and health & safety A current NZ restricted or full driver's licence We're proud to have a supportive and inclusive culture at Pāmu. If this role sounds like a good fit for you, but you don't meet every requirement, we still encourage you to apply.