4 jobs found in Ōpunake

We have a position available for an Agricultural Machinery Operator on a dairy farm in South Taranaki and potentially other farms in the same region This is a permanent, full-time role on a dairy farming operation running approximately 1100 cows. The successful applicant will be responsible for the operation and maintenance of farm machinery and equipment, supporting pasture and feed management, and assisting with the day-to-day running of the farming operation. Your range of duties will include: Operating and maintaining tractors, loaders and other agricultural machinery and farm vehicles safely and efficiently, operating farm equipment for feeding out, silage preparation, effluent management, cultivation and general farm work, assisting with pasture management and feed distribution, setting up, monitoring and maintaining irrigation equipment, assisting with fencing repairs and the upkeep of farm infrastructure and equipment, supporting livestock...

We have a position available for an experienced Farm Equipment Technician on a dairy farm in South Taranaki and potentially other farms in the same region. This is a permanent, full-time role on a dairy farming operation running approximately 1100 cows through a rotary milking system. The successful applicant will be responsible for the maintenance, servicing, fault diagnosis and repair of farm machinery, equipment and mechanical systems to ensure the efficient operation of the farming business. The role also includes the operation of agricultural machinery and assisting with general farm duties when required. Your range of duties will include: Diagnosing mechanical faults in farm machinery, equipment and farm infrastructure, Carrying out preventative maintenance, servicing and repairs on tractors, agricultural machinery, farm vehicles and associated equipment, Inspecting machinery and equipment to identify wear, damage and operational issues, Replacing and repairing...

Milking and maintaining high milk Quality standard. monitoring animal health manging calving feed allocation and pasture management operating tractors and farm machineries fencing, weed control, and general farm maintenance.

We are looking for a motivated Farm Assistant for our 216ha dairy farm in Taranaki, milking 580 cows in a twin rotary shed. Gain hands-on experience with Halter & Protrack. You’ll be involved in all aspects of the farm operation, including: Milking cows - morning and/or afternoon shifts as required Day-to-day herd and pasture management Calving, mating, and animal health planning Operating and maintaining machinery General farm work Perform any other tasks as required to support the day-to-day operations of the farm We are looking for: Previous dairy farming experience preferred A strong work ethic and positive attitude Interest in technology and data-driven farming Good communication and leadership skills and able to work well within a team Couples welcome if both are interested in working on the farm Pre-employment drug testing and criminal record checks are required. As we are not accredited employers, applicants must be NZ...