5 jobs found in Methven

Fencer / Fencing Labourer – Selwyn Full-time: 40 hours per week Casual applicants also considered Selwyn / wider Canterbury We’re a growing fencing contracting business based in the Selwyn area, looking for our first employee to join the team. Currently a one-man operation, we’re open to applicants with anything from some fencing experience through to an experienced fencer. For us, attitude, reliability and attention to detail are just as important as years on the job. There’s plenty of variety, including: Post driving Electric fencing Netting and rural fencing Post and rail Building and repairing yards Swinging gates General rural fencing and associated work Who we’re looking for You’ll ideally be someone who: Has some fencing, farming, construction or practical hands-on experience Has excellent attention to detail and takes pride in getting a job finished properly Is reliable, motivated and has a good work ethic Can...

The Role As Division Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership, strategic direction, and operational effectiveness of our Harvest and Livestock Grazing Division. You will report directly to the General Manager and work closely with other senior leaders to achieve business goals. Your mission will be to ensure optimal productivity, profitability, and sustainability across all areas of the division. Key Responsibilities Provide inspirational leadership and management to a diverse team of farm managers, technical specialists, and seasonal staff. Develop and implement effective strategies for crop harvest and livestock grazing operations, aligning with the latest industry best practices and regulatory requirements. Drive operational excellence by monitoring KPIs, forecasting production, and identifying areas for process improvement. Manage division budgets, financial reporting, and resource allocation to ensure profitability and responsible expenditure....

Feed Production Management • Assist with any feed planning or the management of as appropriate. • Assist to manage weeds and pests to maintain pasture and crops. • Milking • Ensure the effective operation of all aspects of the milking process, including plant hygiene and somatic cell count, to maintain grade free standards. Effluent • Operate and maintain the effluent system on your farm to all regional council compliance requirements and the employer’s additional standards. • Maintain all appropriate effluent management records. • Know what to do when things go wrong. Animals • Implement animal health program to maintain good health. • Assist with calving and the calf rearing program to achieve minimal losses and ensure high quality replacements are available for the herd. • Ensure all herd records are maintained. Business • Work with the Dairy Farm Manager to contribute to Farm Business Plan. • Assist to manage repairs and maintenance schedule for all plant, machinery and...

Note - Not all applicants will be contacted. Only looking due to change in role in business for current staff member. Seeking 1 person for this current season & beyond. 3-bedroom House is be available and is on farm - 13km/13mins from Waimate, South Canterbury. Applicant preferably someone who has done 2yrs of dairy farming and is motivated to learn, and feed cows.  Farm details: The dairy platform is approx.420ha effective, located 13km/13mins from the township of Waimate. Current Peak milk 940-980 cows through 54 bale rotary, with halter collars, with slight increase likely and in-shed feeding & pro-track like gate Irrigation: dryland farm. Cows will be milked twice daily for majority of season– 4/4.30am & 2pm cups on.  Typical breaks post calving of 8.30-9.30am, 11.30-2pm. Winter; 8-12, 1.30-4.30 Roster current 6/2 in calving can change with rotary shed. Salary, to be negotiated / based on experience. Benefits firewood (we will...

Farmhands is a Christchurch based recruitment company specialising exclusively in Primary Industry roles. Our client, Scottfresh, is seeking a Dispatch 2IC person. Scottfresh produces supermarket ready vegetables and salad crops for the New Zealand market. Apply online: https://form.jotform.com/231976924023055  About the role:  Based in North Canterbury: Claverley Beach and Spotswood.  Immediate start available Full Time, permanent role. 40-60 hours per week. Hours vary by the season. Longer hours are required in summer. Day shift. Monday - Friday and every second Saturday. Accommodation is available with this job. All accommodation is close to the workplace. Starting rate: $25 - $30 per hour.  About the tasks:   Work alongside the Dispatch Manager in a team of 2-3 people Speak with truck drivers and logistics coordinators to make sure orders arrive in a timely manner. Drive a...