Assistant Stockman Beef/Dairy Support

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Assistant Stockman to join our Farming Operation. The farm is 454Ha part irrigated farm situated at Lauder in Central Otago.

We operate as a Beef Fattening and Dairy Support Farm currently we transitioning out of Bulls into the following scenario: Beef 250 R1, 250 R2, 130 Breeding Cows, Dairy 200 R1’s 200 R2’s Wintering up to 550 Cows

We want someone who can confidently undertake all day to day tasks on farm including but not limited to pasture management, animal health competence with technology wheel tractor  operation on undulating paddocks, ability to relate well to others.

The successful applicant will be a NZ resident with 2+yrs NZ farming experience, keen to learn & progress in the industry, punctual, reliable, able to work well with other staff, have a good work history with good recent farming references and drivers licence & own reliable transport. We have a zero tolerance policy to drugs. Please apply online including a current CV and references.

Ideal Applicants Will Have:

• A minimum of 2 years' experience in a similar role in New Zealand
• Strong people management, communication, and relationship-building skills
• Proven ability in pasture and feed management
• Excellent skills in animal health and welfare
• Sound understanding of compliance and regulatory requirements
• Proficiency in record keeping and farm administration including Resolution, MINDA etc
• Machinery operation, cultivation, care, and maintenance experience
• A commitment to achieving production and farm performance goals
• Irrigation management and water scheduling experience

Requirements:

• Must currently reside in New Zealand
• Minimum of 3 years relevant New Zealand farm experience.
• Provide at least two recent work references from previous and current employers

There is a possibility of casual work for a partner during the winter spring period assisting with stock and tractor work, calf rearing and casual milking.