People working
in dairy

Anyone can GoDairy!

In New Zealand, we’ve got a bunch of awesome people from all walks of life, bringing their own special sauce to dairy farming. The only requirement is to bring your A-game attitude and a willingness to roll up your sleeves and get stuck in.

We’re all about creating a vibrant and dynamic community where everyone’s unique experiences, skills, and knowledge are celebrated. In the world of dairy, there’s room for everyone to shine and make their mark.

Hear from some of the awesome people working in dairy and if this feels like something you want to be a part of, take the first step towards a career you’ll love.

A job for your lifestyle

Tangaroa Walker loves the flexibility of his job. With a goal to be worth $200,000 by the time he was 22, he explains how he achieved this – from apprentice to contract milker with four staff.

“I can work hard today and go fishing tomorrow.”

Tangaroa Walker

Share your culture

From Tonga to New Zealand – Uhila Malafu and Ofa Fatafehi have found their happy place on a dairy farm in the South Island, progressing rapidly through the ranks.

Find out how their hard work has paid off – and how they’re bringing a taste of the Tongan culture to their cows.

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Go your own way – Different pathway to success

Matt Dawson loves being able to use so many different skills in his job.

Growing up on the family farm, he left school at 16 to follow in his father’s footsteps. In this video, he explains how he’s moved up the ranks from Farm Assistant to second in charge in just five years.

Matt Dawson loves being able to use so many different skills in his job.

Growing up on the family farm, he left school at 16 to follow in his father’s footsteps. In this video, he explains how he’s moved up the ranks from Farm Assistant to second in charge in just five years.

Fuel your passions at work

Ella Wharmby had barely stepped foot on a farm before embarking on a career that combines her passion for food, animals, and the environment. With a love for food production and the outdoors, she went on farm after completing her Bachelor of Agri-science.

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Be a jack of all trades

Builder, vet, mechanic, plumber, accountant, tractor driver and milkman – these are the many jobs of one dairy farmer.

Be the real you

Owen Clegg has gone from townie to sharemilker with his wife, Hollie Wham. They’re living the dream, with nature at their backdoor, and a plan to become farm owners.

Enjoy the great outdoors

“I was a townie kid who dreamed about tractors.”

Owen Clegg

Dairy farming roles

Your first step is likely to be a Farm Assistant where you’ll learn the ropes and gain the skills to advance your career or start your own business.

People working in dairy