Tractor driver/ Fencer General
We are seeking a General Hand to help maintain our beautiful dry stock property 25 minutes south east of Te Awamutu. The farm is 720ha/625ha effective of mixed terrain with great infrastructure.
Our intensive farming business runs 10,500su made up of 3,500 deer 500 dairy graziers and 500 sheep.
Main tasks will be
· Feeding out - grass silage and PK
· Fencing - new deer fencing and maintaining existing fences
· Weed control - knap sack and gun spraying
· Farm maintenance – general duties
Some stock/yard work will be required at our busy times i.e. docking, weighing and tagging
We are looking for someone who can integrate with an already established team. The successful candidate will be highly motivated, experienced in operating and maintaining machinery, confident with stock and have a positive practical attitude.
Required skills
· Tractor driving on steep terrain
· Fencing new and maintenance
· Ride a 2-wheel motorbike
· Strong communication skills
· Good record keeping
· Strong respect for health and safety
To the right candidate, we can offer
· Competitive remuneration
· Opportunity to take on more responsibility
· Supportive working environment
· Warm 3-bedroom home with garage
· School bus at the gate
· Every 3rd weekend on only basic shifts
All applicants require
· Full drivers licence
· NZ residency or valid work visa
If this sounds like you, please apply via email with CV and references to officewellingtonfarmsltd@gmail.com with the subject line ‘General Hand’
720ha dry stock farm in Te Awamutu, running 14,000 stock units made up of 4000 deer, 700 dairy grazers and 400 sheep.
Our main focus with the deer is our breeding herd, we have a mix of Red (majority) and some Wapiti, with 1000 velvet stags.