Open Positions

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey. Imagine tomorrow with us, where your career can grow, and you can create positive change. Based in Longburn, only 5 minutes' drive to Palmerston North, Longburn Farms is made up of two dairy farms and two support blocks. Thornton Park Farm is a predominantly flat farm of 200ha milking platform and an 80ha support block which boundaries onto the Manawatu river. Neighbouring Thornton Park Farm is our Innesmoor Farm, which is a largely flat farm of 130ha which milking 350 cows though a 32 a side herringbone shed, these farms are supported by our Braeburn 50ha support block. With the two dairy farms and support blocks neighbouring each other, we transfer cows between the farms to best utilise our pasture, infrastructure and a team of 7 full-timers and several casual workers. By combining resources of the farms we can offer a variety of jobs types during the day as well as competitive work roster. Both farms are equipped with Halter technology and benefit from the flexibility of virtual break fences, pasture management software as well as time savings not having to get cows in! The farm team takes great pride in running farm tours for our Fonterra customers and boasts claiming title of New Zealand Dairy Industry Awards – Manawatu Trainee of the Year winner for the last 4 consecutive years! We are looking for a Farms Assistant to keep our two milking sheds pumping this season. Putting your rural knowledge and love for agriculture to work with us will be a positive move for our farmers and your future. Like us, you're passionate about rural life and agricultural people and it's your expertise that means there are no boundaries to what can be achieved here. This is a permanent role where you will be working an average of 50 hours per week which will be paid on a monthly basis. Reporting to our Farm Manager, your key responsibilities will include the below: Milking 600 cows through a 50 bale rotary shed with cup removers, auto drafting and in shed feeding when working at Thornton Park When working at the Innnesmoor farm, milking 350 cows through a 32 a side herring bone shed with auto drafting Feeding out Recording and documentation of activities carried out on farm Weed control Farm maintenance Other farm tasks as required You will assist in making sure the farms, our vehicles and the sheds are maintained to a high standard and that the property improvements are managed in a timely manner. Key focuses of the role: Support strategic decisions being made on farm. Assist farm management with animal health and welfare requirements Assist in maintaining accurate records of stock, animal health treatments, grazing records, and effluent management Complying with the requirements of the Health & Safety in Employment Act Supporting the Farm Manager to ensure environmental compliance is always met or exceeded You will also support farm management in maintaining high standards of animal health and welfare, including maintaining accurate records relating to livestock, animal health treatment and grazing activities, ensuring stock are cared for appropriately and any issues are identified and addressed promptly. A strong commitment to health and safety is essential, ensuring a safe working environment for all staff and visitors. This opportunity provides a solid foundation in the farming industry and valuable hands-on experience for future career growth. To be successful in this role, you will possess the following: Milking experience is preferred but not essential Positive and can-do attitude is a must! Strong communication and relationship building skills This is a drive-in position so drivers license and your own vehicle reliable transport is a must. At Fonterra, our values of Good Together, Better Every Day, and Every Drop Counts, are for everyone – no matter your background, identify or experience. These values guide us in delivering exceptional outcomes for our farmers, customers, communities, and each other. Discover how your values align with ours by taking our Values Quiz We care for our people globally. Our comprehensive benefits support your well-being, development, and work-life balance: Fair and equitable pay Health and well-being programs (medical, mental health support) Work-life balance options (flexible/hybrid working where possible) Employee recognition Support for community involvement and cultural connection We welcome applications from all backgrounds (ethnicities, genders, identities, orientations, ages, abilities, neurotypes, cultures, religions). Applications close at midnight on Sunday 23rd August. #J-18808-Ljbffr