General Farm Hand – Riverina Farms. Waitotara, South Taranaki

The opportunity: 
Riverina Farms is seeking an experienced and motivated General Farm Hand to join our team on a 1,100-hectare sheep, beef and cropping operation located in the Waitotara area, approximately 35km from Whanganui. 
 
The farm consists of four blocks within a 10km radius and features predominantly flat, easy contour country. Our farming operations include cattle finishing, grazing dairy support stock, lamb finishing, and cropping. We utilise a Halter system for cattle management and are continually looking to improve efficiency and productivity. 
 
In addition, the farm supports our 750-cow dairy operation through wintering dairy cows and grazing replacement heifers, providing a diverse range of stock classes and farming activities throughout the year. 
 
We use the Resolution farm management app for all farm records, stock movements and operational planning, helping us maintain accurate records and run an efficient farming business. 

What we offer:  
• Competitive remuneration package based on experience  
• Comfortable three-bedroom family home provided   
• Supportive team environment, working closely with the farm owner + additional team members  
• Variety across sheep, beef, cropping and dairy support enterprises 
• Opportunity to work on a progressive farming operation using modern technology 
• Potential employment opportunities may be available for a partner, depending on their skills and experience 
 
What you will be doing: 
• General stock work with cattle and sheep 
• Tractor driving and feeding out 
• Shifting and managing stock using the Halter system 
• General repairs and maintenance 
• Fencing and water system maintenance 
• Assisting with cropping operations 
• Working as part of a small, dedicated team 
 
About you: 
• Minimum 5 years' practical farming experience 
• 2–3 good working dogs 
• Strong stockmanship and animal husbandry skills 
• Experience operating tractors and farm machinery 
• Ability to work independently and take responsibility 
• Good communication skills and a positive attitude 
• Basic competence with smartphones and farm management technology 
• HT license and truck driving experience an advantage  
• Must have valid NZ working rights  
 
If you are an enthusiastic and capable farm worker looking for your next challenge, we'd love to hear from you. 
 
For further information or to apply, please contact: Duncan Wilson 
wilsoncartage@xtra.co.nz