4 jobs found in Taumarunui

Farm Operations Support Support good people, keep farms running well, and be part of work that matters. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- We’re looking for a skilled and reliable Farm Operations Support person to provide practical support across our four Taranaki farms. This role is ideal for someone with strong dairy farming capability who enjoys variety, can step in where needed, and takes pride in helping farms run well. You’ll work across different properties and teams, supporting day-to-day operations. The role is primarily focused on farm operations and farm coverage. That includes milking, stock work, feeding, general farm tasks, machinery operation, maintenance support and helping maintain good routines and standards across the farms. From time to time, you may also assist with practical science-related farm activities, but this is first and foremost an...

We are Agricultural Spray contractors based in Matamata, carrying out agricultural weed and crop spraying.   What you will be doing   * Operating a spray truck safely and efficiently * Applying agrichemicals accurately using GPS-guided equipment * Mixing and handling chemicals in line with NZ safety standards * Completing daily vehicle and equipment maintenance * Keeping accurate job and spray records * Providing professional service while working independently and as part of a team   What we’re looking for   * Full NZ driver’s licence with Class 2  * Must have Growsafe - Certified Handler Certificate * Experience operating agricultural machinery is highly regarded * Mechanically minded with good problem-solving skills * Reliable, honest, and able to work long hours during the busy season * Strong communication and...

Hi, person required to assist on a casual basis between two farms when other staff are absent or when required. Milking, calf rearing and general farm work. We are 8 kms from Matamata. Cheers Bruce

JOB DESCRIPTION: We are looking for a person to assist us in the running of our three farms.   This position is based on a 240 Ha farm in Pikowai (Matata Straights, Whakatane/Tauranga boundary) with the responsibility of looking after the day to day running on this farm.   Approximately 35 min from Whakatane and 30 min from Te Puke.   The job is responsible for calving 150 cows over spring, has 150   x 2yo bulls to sell in the spring and yearling bulls.   All of the farms are primarily beef blocks, with 650 commercial and registered Hereford cows,   Hereford bulls for the dairy industry, and dairy heifer grazing of our own animals.   This farm is run in conjunction with another 480 Ha farm by the farm owner, 7km away.   There is also another 70 Ha block run by another worker.   The farms are all run together as needed and   you would be expected to work on all farms.   You would be ultimately accountable to the Farm owner.  The successful applicant MUST have prior...