4 jobs found in otago

About the role Farmlands are currently seeking applications from Technical on-farm Specialists within Otago. We are looking for rural professionals, along with animal nutrition specialists who are interested in a territory based role. Current locations in which these positions may be based from & covering a wider territory are Kurow/Mackenzie Basin, Ranfurly. Your day will consist of consulting on farm, providing a wealth of knowledge across the shareholders farming system, backed by a technical extension and support team. You'll be solutions focused, drawing on your industry knowledge to tailor the products & services offered at each site to ensure the success of our client's business as you successfully hold and develop shareholder relationships. The ability to deliver shareholder success, build your business and chase new opportunities to develop your portfolio of clients in this region is unlimited. You'll also be able to: Work closely with our retail...

Want to trade in your 9-5 for a pair of gumboots? Our team at Walter Peak are looking for a new team member who is excited about the idea of working and living on a high-country farm. About the Role A typical day will see you combining your customer service skills with your passion for tourism & agriculture and getting hands on with the rural side of Walter Peak High Country Farm. You'll host visitors on our popular farm tour product and we'll provide full training so that you can demonstrate farm practices such as sheep shearing and dog handling. When you're not hosting visitors, you'll be helping the rural team to ensure immaculate presentation of the grounds/farm and ensuring our animals stay at optimum health. We have 150ha of farmland that looks out over Lake Wakatipu where we raise stock that are used for our farm demonstrations. This exciting role has an amazing blend of agriculture and tourism and would be fantastic for someone looking to try something...

We are looking for an experienced machinery operator to join our family owned Agricultural Contracting business based in the Ida Valley, Central Otago. We specialise in: Agricultural Spraying & Spreading ONE System spreading  Umbilical slurry applications + Muck spreading  Our ideal team member would have proven experience and confidence in driving the latest machinery and also have the ability to work alone with logistical responsibilities. The ideal candidate must also have  -Full License  -A good sense of humour! -Be flexible with seasonal workload demands. Renumeration is flexible depending on experience and performance. This is a great opportunity in an exciting part of the agricultural industry offering advanced crop protection services.... Come join us!! Please call James Pyle for more information 027 447 9822 

Matukituki station is a sheep and beef farm located 30 minutes from Wanaka, in the Matukituki valley. Matukituki station is 5500ha in size and winters 18,000 stock units, and still has a 2-3 day autumn muster. This year we will winter 9000 crossbred ewes and 500 Hereford Angus breeding cows. Due to our current head shepherd moving to another block we manage as a stock manager we are looking for a Head Shepherd to assist in the day-to-day running of the operation at Matukituki station. Necessary skills include: The ability to work as part of a team. The ability to work autonomously and take responsibility of the operation in the managers absence. A strong team of working dogs and experience in hill country mustering is essential. Proven communication skills with different team members and third parties. In this roll you will: Organizing shepherds day to day tasks. Have Involvement in seasonal planning and stock management decisions. Work closely with the...