Relief Milker - Pahiatua

Position Description

Our Co-operative

Ata whakaarohia tō āpōpō | Imagine Tomorrow with Us

At Te Mātāpuna Fonterra, we want everyone to feel they can be themselves.

Whether you're early in your career or ready for your next step, Fonterra offers a unique opportunity to grow with a global dairy co-operative that values care, collaboration, and contribution.

Owned by New Zealand dairy farmers and supported by a dedicated team, we are all working together to create a better future. Imagine tomorrow with us, where your career can grow, and you can create positive change.

He kupu mō mātou | About us

Fonterra's Pahiatua Farms are located 5 minutes either side of the Pahiatua township and approximately 35 minutes from Palmerston North.

Tui Farm is 170ha milking through a 30ASHB Once-A-Day.

O'Brien Farm is 144ha milking through a 40ASHB with ACR’s Once-A-Day.

We also have a small 20ha support block where we rear our calves and winter our heifers.

Mō tēnei tūranga | About the Opportunity

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 it's your expertise that means there are no boundaries to what can be achieved here.

This is a casual role where you will be reporting to our Pahiatua Farms Manager. Duties will predominantly include milking in the mornings however other work can be available to work in with hours that suit both parties.

Cups are on at 5am at both our sheds with morning milking finishing around 7.30am.

Key focuses of the role :

• Milk harvesting in an efficient and quiet manner
• Assist farm management with animal health and welfare requirements
• Assist in maintaining accurate records of stock and animal health treatments
• Complying with the requirements of the Health & Safety in Employment Act
• You will assist the farm team to keep the milking shed maintained to a high standard and ensure that we supply premium quality milk every day!

Subject to the candidate’s experience, this role will pay between $26 - $30 per hour with 8% holiday pay

Mōu | About You

To be successful in this role, you will possess the following :

Ngā Aura | Our Values

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

Tā mātou oati | Our Commitment to You

We care for our people globally. Our comprehensive benefits support your well-being, development, and work-life balance :

To learn more, visit Fonterra Careers

Ngā Mahi | A Career of Opportunities

At Te Mātāpuna Fonterra, we are inspired by purpose and guided by our principles and values. Together, we create goodness for generations and make a global impact at a local level. As part of our Co-operative, you are an everyday creator, imagining what Fonterra, dairy, and you can be here.

Tātou Tātou | Join Us

Does this sound good to you? Come join our whānau - bring your whole self, and let's solve for better together.

You, me, us together, Tātou, tātou.

He Wāhi mō te Katoa | Together, we're shaping a future of inclusion.

Inclusion is key to our Co-operative. We're building a team that reflects the diverse world we live in, believing it drives better decisions and innovation.

We welcome applications from all backgrounds (ethnicities, genders, identities, orientations, ages, abilities, neurotypes, cultures, religions).

Even if you don't meet every requirement listed, we encourage you to apply; we value your potential and growth.

If you face accessibility issues or need accommodations during the process, please contact your recruiter. We ensure fair participation, allowing you to be at your best. Tātou, tātou.

Applications close at midnight on Friday 5th December 2025

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