Dairy Drystock Farm Assistant

Private advertiserFarm AssistantSouthland, Southland3w ago
We’re looking for a full-time drystock farm assistant to join our team across three dairy drystock blocks, covering approximately 500 hectares in Dacre and Pebbly Hill.
Located around 20–30 minutes from Invercargill and Gore, this is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with young stock, machinery and the day-to-day challenges of a busy farming operation.
There’s no milking involved in this role.
The role:
Working as part of a team, you’ll be involved in the day-to-day running and maintenance of the properties, with responsibilities including:
• Operating and maintaining tractors and a range of farm machinery
• Fencing and general farm maintenance
• Day-to-day management and care of young stock
• Some weekend work will be required
What we’re looking for:
We’re after someone who is reliable, hands-on and takes pride in doing a good job.
You will have:
• Experience operating and maintaining tractors and farm machinery
• Experience handling young stock
• A practical, can-do attitude
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team
• A current New Zealand driver licence
• Eligibility to work in New Zealand
What we offer:
• $65,000–$90,000 per year, depending on experience
• 80 hour fortnight, overtime paid
• A varied role across three drystock properties
• The opportunity to work with a good team in a well-established farming operation
Accommodation: There is currently no house available with the position, although accommodation may become available in the future.
If you’re an experienced farm worker who enjoys stock, machinery and getting stuck into the job, we’d like to hear from you.
Apply to lrsjhammond@netspeed.net.nz with your CV and a brief introduction outlining your experience.

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