3 jobs found in Rakaia

This is a full-time position with an immediate start. The duration is currently unknown, it is a temporary role but could be permanent for the right candiate. For the right candiadte, accommodation is included. Please note: This is not an entry-level role. Applicants must have previous farm hand and machinery operation experience and be confident working independently. Our client runs a 500ha Arable and mixed cropping farm, located in Barhill (50km North of Ashburton), they produce wheat, barely and white clover among other things.  Duties include:  Tractor driving Moving irrigators Fertiliser spreading General sheep and cattle work Assisting with a range of day-to-day farm duties Hours : Monday to Friday 7:30am start until the day's work is complete Occasional weekend work may be required during busy periods To be successful, you must: Have previous farm hand experience (essential) Be confident driving tractors and operating farm machinery Able...

Drystock Shepherd / General Farm Hand We are looking for a Shepherd / General Farm Hand to join our team on our extensive family-owned farm near Pleasant Point, South Canterbury. The business covers 2,000+ ha and includes beef finishing and dairy grazing operations. We're seeking someone with solid livestock experience who is reliable, motivated, and keen to continue developing their farming skills. This is a varied, hands-on role offering the opportunity to be involved in all aspects of the drystock farming operation. You'll be joining a supportive team with the opportunity to take responsibility and continue developing your skills on a large-scale farming business. Duties include: Stock work Fencing General farm maintenance Drenching and animal health Weighing stock General tractor work We offer: Competitive salary based on experience and ability Quality accommodation for the right candidate Applicants must already be living in New...

Top 400 cows twice a day, the rest once a day morning only, everything once a day March to end of May. We have a system that allows for not getting cows in, they walk themselves to milking while the coffees being drunk. Calves are grazed off farm from January till they return in May the following year as in calf. All ground work is done in house so plenty of tractor work available. We are looking for a permanent staff member to jump aboard our team once our Scottsman's visa has run out in November. Preferably chasing a character that knows how to jump into battle when the busy time is on. Must have a can do attitude and be willing to get their hands dirty, be able to laugh and have a genuine interest in dairy farming. 3 bedroom house with log burner. Firewood available on farm. We are NOT accredited, work visas welcome