Casual General Farm Worker, New Zealand

AgReaserch is seeking a casual general farm worker to join their team in Dunedin city, Otago, New Zealand. The ideal candidate must have the ability to monitoring animal health and assisting with medical treatments. AgReaserch’s commitment to innovation and research to support New Zealand’s agricultural sectors, including livestock productivity, improving pasture management, promoting environmental sustainability and advancing food technology. The candidate must be capable of cleaning and maintaining animals housing and equipment. Applicant must have previous farms experience, including good working knowledge of animal health, stock handling and record-keeping. This full- time position offers a competitive salary range of $21- $25 per hours, requiring endurance to long hours and varying weather conditions.

Qualifications for Casual General Farm Worker:

• Candidate must have previous farms experience including good working knowledge of animal health, stock handling and record.
• Ability to perform physically demanding tasks.
• Endure to work log hours, often in varying weather conditions.
• Experience with animals, machinery and crop production.
• Ability to operate and maintain farm machinery and equipment.

Responsibilities for Casual General Farm Worker:

• Candidate is responsible to monitoring animal health and assisting with medical treatment.
• Ability to maintain and clean tools and machinery.
• Performing basic carpentry and plumbing tasks.
• Assisting with farm management tasks.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary range.
• Flexibility in scheduling for balancing personal commitments.
• Opportunities for career development to enhance their knowledge.
• Access to agricultural courses and certifications.

AgReasearch is one of New Zealand’s leading Crown research institutes, specializing in agricultural science and technology. The organization collaborates with farmers, industry partners and government agencies to enhance the productivity, profitability and sustainability of the country’s agricultural practices, ultimately aiming to benefit New Zealand’s economy and global food supply.