13 jobs found in new zealand

We are looking to fill two TRACTOR DRIVER   positions. These roles will be based in South Canterbury from our main yard in Orton, near Temuka. The successful candidates will work within a small team as part of the larger group. Duties will include feeding out with mixer wagon, spreading, rolling, mowing, cultivating and other general farm duties. These are full-time positions What we are looking for; A good work ethic, attitude and an ability to show initiative. Basic mechanical knowledge A team player, but is also able to work unsupervised. Minimum of a restricted NZ driver’s license   The following skills will be an advantage; Experience with green star gps Minimum of 1 year tractor driving experience  What we offer; Modern fleet of John Deere tractors On farm accommodation available Consistent year-round hours  Good pay rate A variety of work is on offer to the right candidates with some stock work along with the opportunity to learn...

Come and join the team at EAL AgriServices Group!  We are after Seasonal Machinery Operators who have experience in operating Agricultural machinery. Requirements Experience in operating agricultural machinery, tractors, balers and trucks Minimum Class 2 NZ Drivers Licence (some positions require Class 5) Mechanical knowledge an advantage Strong work ethic; strive for the highest standards of work for our clients Must be punctual, reliable, well-presented Good level of fitness – some heavy lifting required Willing to work extended hours, and to be flexible with workload demands Good interpersonal and organisational skills ‘Can do’ attitude Able to work well unsupervised and in a team environment Good communication skills We take both seasonal and full time staff. Over the winter months we employ staff for large scale livestock feeding, to operate EAL’s fleet of tractors and feed out wagons With branches in...

The opportunity has arisen for a Stock Manager to join our team. If you are a currently a stock manager or an experienced shepherd looking for your next step then this is for you. We operate a high performance, family owned sheep and beef breeding and finishing business. Within in the business we have two properties - Uriti Farm and Kohiwai Farm. We run 13,000su over 1800ha. We are located at Homewood 55 km from Masterton and 5 minutes from Riversdale beach The role is stock manager for Uriti Farm which is 7500su and is a mixed contour hill country farm. The stock manager will work with the farm owner and will be responsible for feed planning, stock rotations, monitoring and recording stock performance, animal health planning and recording. The ideal applicant will : -have a keen interest in stock performance and high level of stockmanship with a team of dogs -have a willingness and an eagerness to learn - be able to work independently and as part of a...

We are looking for experienced machinery operators to join our family owned Agricultural Contracting business based in the beautiful Ida Valley and service Central Otago. We specialise in: Agricultural Spraying & Spreading The role involves spraying and spreading in arable and broad acre applications. You will be operating modern equipment.  Our ideal team member would have : Experience and confidence in driving the latest machinery, although training can be given. Ability to self-manage and work autonomously. Be accurate with your reporting and recording. Strong level of attention to detail. Being mechanically minded is beneficial. Good communication skills. Be accurate and diligent when working with products  Agricultural background and experience dealing with farmers and machinery Renumeration is flexible depending on experience - work vehicle, phone and accommodation available for the right person. This is a great...

TRACTOR/ SPRAY TRUCK OPERATOR Seasonal may lead full time for right person  We're looking for a hard worker that can jump in a spray truck pump out some hectares then the ability to jump into a tractor. Where are the hard workers at? Got a Class 2 Licence and can handle long hours in season? Flexibility for weekend work? You'll need to be or have: Drug-free Clean record  Committed Class 2 bonus  Ability to think for yourself Chemical handling experience a bonus Competitive pay rate for right person Phone allowance Training and support partnered with very busy Ag contracting business which covers silage,baleage,ground work, digger work , effluent and transport cartage/spreading Start September  Dunedin Otago Total spraying ltd  Spraying@totalharvesting.co.nz  0279469803

Te Kumu Station is currently seeking a shepherd in the central North Island. Te Kumu is a family owned 4000 ha effective sheep, beef and deer farm. It is a breeding and finishing operation running approximately 17,000 Romney ewes, 450 breeding cows, 300 breeding hinds, plus their progeny and 1200 brought in steers. Applicants are required to have: * A minimum of two years shepherding experience. * Understanding of grazing management and animal health. * A competent team of at least 3 working dogs.  * Must have good stockmanship skills. * A strong work ethic and the ability to communicate well. * Accurate record keeping and ability to report on stock and feed as required.  The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work in a team environment, working alongside the farm manager and five other permanent staff, but must be reliable and capable of working unsupervised and independently too. This is a full-time permanent position with an immediate start....

We are looking for a motivated shepherd to step into an important role at Lake Hawea Station, taking over from our shepherd who has been with us for the past five years. If you're passionate about sheep and beef farming, eager to grow your skills, and keen to be part of a forward-thinking, modern farming business, this could be the opportunity for you. Lake Hawea Station is a 6500ha high-country station located 25 minutes from Wanaka and 5 minutes from Hawea. The property is positioned on the shores of Lake Hawea providing a picturesque location, excellent for outdoor activities. Wintering 11,000 stock units consisting of merino sheep and angus cattle. A percentage of lambs and calves are sold at weaning which varies depending on the season. The position provides an opportunity to experience a balance of extensive high-country farming, combined with intensive farming on a mix of dry-land and irrigated flats, with a regenerative approach. Jobs will involve all...

Lorne Peak is after our next energetic and passionate team member who’s wanting to expand their skillset and broaden their horizons in a diverse and progressive farming environment. Bit about us: Developing family farm, always trying something new or challenging the status quo 12,500ha owned or leased at Lorne Peak ranging from intensive pivot irrigation, lucerne and winter cropped flats to a fair bit of improved hill country with some high country out back and supported with a 600ha finishing farm 50 minutes away in Mossburn. Varied stock classes, from 10,000 Romney ewes with hoggets mated, to ¼ bred ewes and winter lambs, 600 Angus breeding cows with heifers mated and progeny finished off beet along with lots of bulls of varying colours. Approx. 40,000su with a 60:40 sheep/cattle split with a large proportion of finishing stock. Team culture, personal growth & perseverance are important to us as we believe they’ll be the reason the farm (and team members)...

Senlac Station is seeking an experienced and motivated Stock Manager to take charge of a breeding and finishing unit within our larger farming operation. Located just 15 minutes from Porangahau and 30 minutes from Waipukurau in Central Hawke's Bay, Senlac Station spans 2,000 hectares of rolling hill country and runs approximately 21,000 stock units. This role covers the management of an 800-hectare block, including 4,000 ewes, 1,500 hoggets, and 600 R1 bulls. While you'll be part of a wider team, this position offers real autonomy and ownership over your block. You’ll be responsible for the day-to-day operations and the implementation of farm policy, with a focus on optimising productivity and animal performance. Support is available from a Junior Shepherd General, and you’ll work closely with the broader team including weekly meetings to ensure alignment and collaboration across the farm. Most cropping and tractor work is carried out by the farm owner, allowing you to...

BHT farms ltd farm 500 hectares over 3 leased properties in South Wairarapa finishing 12-15000 lambs and 200 cattle. We also run a small contracting business, Wairarapa Cross Slot ltd , drilling various crops for our clients in the area. The core role for the successful applicant will involve the day to day operation of the Cross Slot drill during the season as well as assisting the owner on farm where required. The role on farm involves all aspects of farming including stock work , fencing , tractor work and general farm duties. We are looking for someone who has a great attitude, is honest, reliable , uses their initiative and has a real attention to detail.  A comfortable 3 bedroom house , with school bus at the gate, is available located 10 minutes from Martinborough. There is potential in the role for the right person to help grow the contracting business and develop some skin in the game. Competitive salary will be negotiated based on experience Applicants must have...

Hukarere Station has a Shepherd General position available on their West Otago Hill Country property. The station is 18,000acres running 6000 Perendale ewes and 1000 Angus & Angus cross cows.   The role is 95% stock work on medium to steep hill country so a great opportunity for those keen on developing their stockmanship skills and dog team. The station is a large progressive organic pastoral operation that offers a positive working environment and is located within a strong local community. Key qualities we seek in a person: -        Enthusiastic and motivated -        Attention to detail and shows initiative -        Honest, reliable and trustworthy -        Physically fit -        Good sense of humour -        Take pride in their work -        Strong interest in sheepdogs and a regular trainer -        Ability and interest in riding horses is advantageous but not essential. The station offers opportunities...

Experienced shepherd Drysdale is 2500 ha of medium to steep hill country 25km west of Hunterville run in conjunction with 400 ha finishing block at Halcombe. We run a very simple stock system targeting high performance sheep with clear cut stock performance targets and a dry stock beef operation purchasing 2yo Steers and finishing them as 3yo. Stock are mostly set stocked so there is minimal weekend work and no supplementary feeding. Work is a 50/50 split of horse and bike.   The successful applicant will require. 2+ years’ experience A good team of 4-6 good dogs under good command. Horse experience would be an advantage, also training can be supplied. A good attitude, sense of humour. In return we will supply. A fun and positive work environment, great team to work with. We make sure to celebrate our successes and take time to get off farm as a team.   Competitive renumeration package.  Paid overtime.  A warm, 2-...