Permanent, Full TimeŌtautahi, CanterburyKia hiwa rā! We're looking for a Farm Assistant to join our Ngāi Tahu Farming team! We currently have a permanent, full-time position available on our Dairy Support and Grazing team at Te Whenua Hou. Alongside this, we're also keen to hear from anyone interested in casual or fixed-term opportunities - whether you're available now or might be open to helping out in the future.
This is a great chance to work on whenua that matters, supporting sustainable farming that upholds Ngāi Tahu values and strengthens outcomes for current and future generations of Ngāi Tahu whānui. He Kōrero Mōu - About YouWe're looking for team members who bring a strong work ethic, a willingness to learn, and a passion for the land and animals.
You Might BeAn experienced farm assistant looking for your next stepReturning to the industry and wanting flexible hoursKeen to contribute during seasonal peaks or help with maintenanceSkills And Attributes We ValuePractical experience in stock handling and pasture managementConfidence using farm equipment, machinery and vehiclesA proactive, can-do attitude and ability to work well in a teamOpenness to learning te reo Māori, Ngāi Tahu tikanga and valuesKo Tā Mātou Mahi - What We OfferCompetitive pay.
Health insurance, life insurance, and income protection for permanent kaimahiA strong team culture where your mahi is valued, and you're part of a kaupapa with purposeThe opportunity to work on whenua that matters, supporting Ngāi Tahu aspirations for generations to comeMō Mātou - About UsNgāi Tahu Farming is part of the Te Rūnanga Group, which includes the commercial and tribal arms of Ngāi Tahu. Together, we work to protect and grow our tribal assets for the benefit of current and future generations.
We are committed to farming practices that reflect our values - especially kaitiakitanga (stewardship) and manaakitanga (looking after people). Our team at Te Whenua Hou plays a key role in showing what values-led, future-focused farming can look like in Aotearoa. Nau mai, haere mai, tauti mai - we'd love to hear from you
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