Apprentice Farm Hand

Apprentice Farm Hand – 3 Year Fixed Term

Develop competency in farm management through apprenticeship study

Environmentally sustainable farming practices

Strong team culture where your mahi is valued

Opportunity to build competency in farm management on this unique working farm in the urban oasis of Cornwall Park.

Under the direction of our Farm Manager, you will work in animal husbandry, pasture and livestock management.

Some of the tasks of the role include :

Assist with feeding, stock movement and lambing activities

Work on delivery of animal health programme (includes drenching, internal parasite control, vaccination and crutching)

Assist with weed control, pasture and crop establishment

Carry out fencing and general farm maintenance

Operate farm machinery and vehicles safely

Manage interactions with the public

About you

You'll bring a strong work ethic and your passion for the land and animals

Be committed to the completion of apprentice farm hand study requirements

Practical experience in stock handling and pasture management

Flexibility to work some weekend days / public holidays as rostered

Empathy for animal welfare and high standards of care

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Be physically fit for hands on work

NZ Restricted driving licence

What we offer

Experience handling livestock and all areas of animal husbandry

Support to complete study requirements – this role requires completion of

NZ Certificate in Agriculture – Meat and Fibre (Level 3 / 4) within 3 years of commencement of the role

Farm work in the unique urban oasis of Cornwall Park

A strong team culture where your mahi is valued and you are part of a kaupapa with purpose

To apply - We'd love to hear from you, please send your CV and a cover letter telling us what experience you bring that's relevant to this role by clicking APPLY.

Applicants must be currently living in New Zealand and hold NZ residency or a valid work permit.

Police checks will be undertaken as part of the recruitment process.

Qualifications and Requirements

Police checks may be undertaken as part of the recruitment process and you must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

A NZ driver's licence may be required for some tasks.

Application Questions

Your application will include the following questions :

Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?

Do you have a current New Zealand driver's licence?

Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment medical check?

Provide any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory / salary below minimum wage, if applicable.

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