Camcar Farms Ltd
Morrinsville, Waikato, New Zealand
Dairy Goat Farm Assistant
Unique opportunity to be involved in a small and growing industry.
We seek an enthusiastic person to join our small team to help run our 1250 Dairy Goat operation near Morrinsville, Waikato.
The right person would have some prior Dairy experience, machinery experience would be an advantage but is not essential and would be happy to work in a small team.
We are prepared to train the right person with the skills required.
Remuneration will depend on what you can bring to our business immediately. Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa
Accommodation provided, 1 bedroom house.
The owners are genuine, fully supportive and reward performance.
Mar 19, 2020
Full time
Dairy Goat Farm Assistant
Unique opportunity to be involved in a small and growing industry.
We seek an enthusiastic person to join our small team to help run our 1250 Dairy Goat operation near Morrinsville, Waikato.
The right person would have some prior Dairy experience, machinery experience would be an advantage but is not essential and would be happy to work in a small team.
We are prepared to train the right person with the skills required.
Remuneration will depend on what you can bring to our business immediately. Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa
Accommodation provided, 1 bedroom house.
The owners are genuine, fully supportive and reward performance.
Waitoki Downs is a 594ha, privately owned farm located half-way between Te Aroha and Paeroa in the Waikato region. The farming operation runs a mix of stock including dairy grazers (heifer replacements), dairy beef cattle (bulls, steers, heifers) along with Angus steers and Romney ewes. This easy rolling property is well set up with good infrastructure and laneways for ease of stock work.
Our client seeks a Shepherd who is keen to learn and grow their existing skill-base in this newly created role. The appointee will be involved in all day-to-day tasks including stock work, weighing, animal health, pasture management, feed budgeting and rotational grazing. The owner will fully support the development of the appointee to gain a good understanding of all farming systems and in-time further responsibility will be given. This position provides plenty of good mustering requiring a capable team of 1-2 working dogs as a start with the aim to increase this to 3-5.
This role presents a great learning opportunity for someone with a positive, can-do attitude and the ability to show initiative. A good level of stockmanship along with an understanding of general repairs/maintenance, pasture management and health & safety is required.
On offer with this role is brand new accommodation by way of semi-furnished single quarters with a kitchen, lounge, bedroom, laundry and bathroom. The property is located in an excellent farming district with plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy including the Hauraki Rail Bike Trail only 5km away and Waihi Beach. There are several Young Farmers Clubs in the surrounding area.
To view a Job Information Pack or to apply, please press the 'Apply Now' button to be re-directed to the Rural Directions website or phone the Rural Directions team in confidence on 06 871 0450 (Reference #6084).
Applications close 5pm Monday, 30th March 2020.
Mar 12, 2020
Full time
Waitoki Downs is a 594ha, privately owned farm located half-way between Te Aroha and Paeroa in the Waikato region. The farming operation runs a mix of stock including dairy grazers (heifer replacements), dairy beef cattle (bulls, steers, heifers) along with Angus steers and Romney ewes. This easy rolling property is well set up with good infrastructure and laneways for ease of stock work.
Our client seeks a Shepherd who is keen to learn and grow their existing skill-base in this newly created role. The appointee will be involved in all day-to-day tasks including stock work, weighing, animal health, pasture management, feed budgeting and rotational grazing. The owner will fully support the development of the appointee to gain a good understanding of all farming systems and in-time further responsibility will be given. This position provides plenty of good mustering requiring a capable team of 1-2 working dogs as a start with the aim to increase this to 3-5.
This role presents a great learning opportunity for someone with a positive, can-do attitude and the ability to show initiative. A good level of stockmanship along with an understanding of general repairs/maintenance, pasture management and health & safety is required.
On offer with this role is brand new accommodation by way of semi-furnished single quarters with a kitchen, lounge, bedroom, laundry and bathroom. The property is located in an excellent farming district with plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy including the Hauraki Rail Bike Trail only 5km away and Waihi Beach. There are several Young Farmers Clubs in the surrounding area.
To view a Job Information Pack or to apply, please press the 'Apply Now' button to be re-directed to the Rural Directions website or phone the Rural Directions team in confidence on 06 871 0450 (Reference #6084).
Applications close 5pm Monday, 30th March 2020.
Rural Directions
1251 Ruakiwi Road, Te Akau, New Zealand
Piquet Hill Farms Ltd is a highly regarded and successful 1600ha family farming operation located in the heart of Te Akau, North Waikato. This medium hill country property runs a total of 24,000su which includes a high performance commercial ram stud along with a bull lease business offering quality service bulls to the dairy industry.
A professional Farm Manager is required to run Piquet Hill Farms’ 1200ha, 15,000su sheep & beef breeding block which is the engine room of the business. The Farm Manager will report directly to the Owner and will co-ordinate seasonal operations/activities with the Genetics Manager who runs the adjacent 400ha block. Supported by a Head Shepherd and Junior Shepherd, the appointee will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the property which includes managing the ewes, dairy lease bulls, steers and heifers.
Key to your success in this role will be your:
Excellent stockmanship and capable team of working dogs.
Experience in staff management with the ability to organise, plan and prioritise tasks.
High skill level in general maintenance.
Computer literacy and recording/reporting skills.
Excellent communication skills.
As part of the attractive remuneration package for this role the appointee can choose between two recently renovated homes on-farm. There is a local primary school, play centre and community sports complex all on the doorstep of Piquet Hill Farms. This is a great opportunity to take ownership and advance your existing management skills.
To view a Job Information Pack or to apply, please press the 'Apply Now' button or phone the Rural Directions team in confidence on 06 871 0450 (Reference #6083) .
Applications close 5pm Monday, 16th March 2020.
Feb 28, 2020
Full time
Piquet Hill Farms Ltd is a highly regarded and successful 1600ha family farming operation located in the heart of Te Akau, North Waikato. This medium hill country property runs a total of 24,000su which includes a high performance commercial ram stud along with a bull lease business offering quality service bulls to the dairy industry.
A professional Farm Manager is required to run Piquet Hill Farms’ 1200ha, 15,000su sheep & beef breeding block which is the engine room of the business. The Farm Manager will report directly to the Owner and will co-ordinate seasonal operations/activities with the Genetics Manager who runs the adjacent 400ha block. Supported by a Head Shepherd and Junior Shepherd, the appointee will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the property which includes managing the ewes, dairy lease bulls, steers and heifers.
Key to your success in this role will be your:
Excellent stockmanship and capable team of working dogs.
Experience in staff management with the ability to organise, plan and prioritise tasks.
High skill level in general maintenance.
Computer literacy and recording/reporting skills.
Excellent communication skills.
As part of the attractive remuneration package for this role the appointee can choose between two recently renovated homes on-farm. There is a local primary school, play centre and community sports complex all on the doorstep of Piquet Hill Farms. This is a great opportunity to take ownership and advance your existing management skills.
To view a Job Information Pack or to apply, please press the 'Apply Now' button or phone the Rural Directions team in confidence on 06 871 0450 (Reference #6083) .
Applications close 5pm Monday, 16th March 2020.
