63 Farming， Animals & Conservation in Waikato Region lowest at $25000.0+

Truck / Truck and Trailer Drivers63612617203969110

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Truck / Truck and Trailer Drivers

Finch Contracting Ltd is located at Paterangi, 10 minutes from Te Awamutu, 15 minutes from Cambridge and 20 minutes from Hamilton. We are a progressive agricultural contracting business and cover an area from Ngaruawahia through to Turangi. We are currently seeking Class 4 and 5 drivers for the 2025-2026 Grass and Maize Harvest. The position would best suit someone who has experience driving trucks / truck and trailer off road and has operated a truck next to a Forage Harvester. The following attributes are required: • A NZ Class 4 or 5 Driver's License • Clean driving record • Compliant with NZ Logbook rules • Available to work flexible hours • Hard worker with a good attitude • A good sense of humor • Good verbal and written communication • A pre-employment drug alcohol test will be required before starting (and randoms throughout the year) along with the return of a satisfactory Criminal and Driving record. If you have these attributes and would like to work for a progressive company with a great team culture, we would like to hear from you. Please apply with a CV and a minimum of 2 references (submission of your application authorises us to contact your referees prior to an interview) to info@finchcontracting.nz Applicants for this position will need to have NZ residency or a valid visa to work in NZ.

Waipa River, Waikato Region, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Assistant Farm Manager - Te Rapa64627273571458111

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Assistant Farm Manager - Te Rapa

Our Co-operative Ata whakaarohia to apopo | Imagine Tomorrow with Us At Te Matapuna Fonterra, we want everyone to feel they can be themselves. Whether you're early in your career or ready for your next step, Fonterra offers a unique opportunity to grow with a global dairy co-operative that values care, collaboration, and contribution. Owned by New Zealand dairy farmers and supported by a dedicated team, we are all working together to create a better future. Imagine tomorrow with us, where your career can grow, and you can create positive change. He kupu mo matou | About us Join us as an Assistant Farm Manager and play a vital role in supporting the Farms Manager to achieve national and global objectives. Our Te Rapa and Orini farm blocks cover approximately 70 hectares where we milk 200 dairy cows and our Orini block 130 hectares where we annually export off farm around 700 tonne of dry matter in grass silage along with grazing dairy replacements. Mo tenei turanga | About the Opportunity You will play a key role in supporting the Farm Manager to ensure the successful and sustainable operation of two farms that receive factory wastewater applications. These farming systems are designed to work in harmony with wastewater processes, balancing nutrient inputs from manufacturing activities with sound farming practices. You will help uphold a proactive and high-standard approach to health and safety throughout all operations. When the Farm Manager is off farm, you will take charge of running the farms, managing daily dairy operations such as implementing weekly grazing plans, maintaining a clean and well-organized dairy shed, and managing contractor and stakeholder relations. Your responsibilities also include supporting and motivating your team members, handling general farm maintenance tasks like fencing and spraying, and safely operating a wide range of farm machinery. You will regularly check and maintain farm equipment and vehicles to ensure they are kept in excellent condition, and you will be diligent in keeping accurate animal health records. Your contribution will be essential in managing the farm’s environmental performance and supporting Fonterra’s Te Rapa Manufacturing site and DairyFerts license to operate. Mou | About You To be successful in this role, you will bring at least two years of hands-on farming experience and demonstrate confidence in performing a wide range of agricultural activities safely and efficiently. As a proactive self-starter, you will have strong skills in stock, pasture, and people management, backed by proven experience as an Assistant Farm Manager and the ability to manage various stakeholders. We are looking for candidates who possess: • Excellent attention to detail and a strong sense of pride in their workmanship • A genuine passion for farming and a determined drive to achieve success • Extensive knowledge in mating, reproduction, and livestock care • A commitment to maintaining the presentation of our farms, coupled with a positive attitude and sense of humour • Relevant education or training in dairy farming will be highly regarded Applicants who may not meet every desired qualification but display a strong willingness to learn and grow are encouraged to apply Nga Aura | Our Values At Fonterra, our values of Good Together, Better Every Day, and Every Drop Counts, are for everyone – no matter your background, identify or experience. These values guide us in delivering exceptional outcomes for our farmers, customers, communities, and each other. Nga Mahi | A Career of Opportunities At Te Matapuna Fonterra, we are inspired by purpose and guided by our principles and values. Together, we create goodness for generations and make a global impact at a local level. As part of our Co-operative, you are an everyday creator, imagining what Fonterra, dairy, and you can be here. Tatou Tatou | Join Us Does this sound good to you? Come join our whanau - bring your whole self, and let's solve for better together. You, me, us together, Tatou, tatou. He Wahi mo te Katoa | Together, we're shaping a future of inclusion. Inclusion is key to our Co-operative. We're building a team that reflects the diverse world we live in, believing it drives better decisions and innovation. We welcome applications from all backgrounds (ethnicities, genders, identities, orientations, ages, abilities, neurotypes, cultures, religions). Even if you don't meet every requirement listed, we encourage you to apply; we value your potential and growth. If you face accessibility issues or need accommodations during the process, please contact your recruiter. We ensure fair participation, allowing you to be at your best. Tatou, tatou. Applications close at midnight on Thursday 11th December 2025

Hamilton, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Utility Arborist - Hamilton64613720737794112

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Utility Arborist - Hamilton

Utility Arborist - Hamilton We are currently seeking experienced and qualified Utility Arborists for our Hamilton Yard. Who said the office needs to have four walls? As a Utility Arborist with Treescape you will spend your days amongst the treetops, working around powerlines and doing what you do best. The purpose of this role is to carry out a variety of tasks and day-to-day activities required and is essential for ensuring the safety and reliability of our power infrastructure while maintaining the natural beauty of the environment. So, if you are looking for a change and you have either qualifications in Arboriculture or substantial experience with chainsaws, now is your chance to join the largest leading Green Asset Management provider in New Zealand! When you join Treescape, not only will you be provided an abundance of training to advance your skills, but you will also be working in some of the most iconic sites around New Zealand. Joining the largest green asset management provider in New Zealand means an opportunity for your career to grow as an arborist or leader while being guaranteed the ability to work with the best people and equipment in the country. Ideally, you will have: - NZQA Utility arborist qualification level 3+ - 1+ years' experience in the field - Full class 1 driver's license minimum (Class 2 Beneficial) - Current first-aid certificate beneficial - Essential sound experience with chainsaws, pole saws, and brushwood chippers - Knowledge of tree and shrub identification is desired - Clear communication skills Perks include but are not limited to when you join Treescape: - We will provide you with a full uniform, work boots, and climbing equipment - We will ensure you are working alongside highly experienced colleagues in a supportive and safe work environment - You will be provided a competitive hourly rate based on your experience and qualifications - Consistent full-time work guaranteed (Mon-Fri 7am-5pm) with overtime available - Ongoing unit standard industry training programs are available - Further HT class training is available - Serious opportunity for career progression - Well-equipped modern machinery throughout the company - Monthly appreciation rewards and yearly awards If this sounds like your next career move, then hit the apply button now or email your application to careers@treescape.co.nz. The fine print - To be eligible for this position you must currently be living in NZ and have a legal right to work in this country (i.e. NZ Citizenship, be a permanent resident, or hold full working rights). Treescape is also an NZ Immigration Accredited employer, which means that we can support visa applications under the AEWV. - Candidates will be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing, a medical exam, and Ministry of Justice checks as part of the recruitment process (at Treescape’s cost). - This is a permanent and full-time position working Monday to Friday 47.5 hours per week. Additional hours and flexibility are generally available. - We are committed to diversity and inclusion. We value and encourage participation of all applicants regardless of their background.

Hamilton, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

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Shepherd General

We are a family farming business, who is striving to be a leader in sustainable farming practices. Environmentally, Socially and Financially. Shepherd General An opportunity has arisen for a hard-working, self-motivated person to join our team as our Shepherd General. We have a 1150ha (900ha eff) sheep and beef farm with 40/60 sheep and cattle split. We aim to finish all stock, with the cattle operation being predominantly a bull finishing system. Finishing up to 600 bulls per year. The farm is situated 6km from Piopio in the King Country. The successful applicant will: * Work alongside our stock manager and farm owner. * Have good general stockmanship skills. * Need at least two working dogs. * Be able to work unsupervised and in a team. * Have farm maintenance skills and high standards. * Have some experience with tractors. On farm and external training is provided and encouraged when needed. Piopio is a great town with all the amenities including good primary and secondary schools. The district has lots of hunting and tramping opportunities, along with the west coast only a short 40min drive away. The Job comes with competitive remuneration and a nice 2-bedroom cottage, with the school bus at the gate. Check us out on Facebook and Instagram along with our website Rotomate.co.nz So if this job speaks to you and you have a happy can do attitude, send a cover letter and CV with 2 references to Mat Sherriff at matsherriff@rotomate.co.nz Start Date flexible Applications close Monday 2nd December 2025

Waitomo Caves, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Senior Shepherd General - Huirimu Farm64217389035394114

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Senior Shepherd General - Huirimu Farm

THE OPPORTUNITY Are you an experienced and motivated senior shepherd or looking to take that next step into your first senior role, either way – we’d like to hear from you. You’ll be part of a collaborative team, working under the direction of the Farm Manager to ensure the smooth operation and ongoing success of Huirimu Farm. Your work will be hands-on and varied, including: * Livestock management and animal health care * Feed budgeting – working closely with the Farm Manager * General farm maintenance and fencing * Supporting junior staff and leading by example * Maintaining records and ensuring environmental compliance This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a practical, outdoor environment and brings a strong health and safety mindset to all they do. THE FARM Huirimu Station is located 50 km from the friendly community of Te Awamutu and is a 700 ha effective sheep and beef breeding and finishing unit carrying 7500 su. Huirumu Farm boarders the Pureora Forest Park, so a wide range of outdoor activities are at your doorstep. ABOUT YOU You’ll bring a strong set of stock handling skills, practical problem-solving abilities, and a team-focused attitude. This role is well-suited to someone with a few years of shepherding experience who’s ready to take on more responsibility and grow within Pāmu. You will also have: * Ideally a minimum of 3–4 well-controlled working dogs * Ideally tractor operation experience * A good understanding of animal health and welfare * Clear and open communication skills * A high standard of personal responsibility and initiative * A full, current New Zealand driver’s licence You’ll be confident working independently but also enjoy contributing to a team where safety, integrity, and continuous learning are valued. BENEFITS We offer a competitive salary package, including health and life insurance, enhanced parental leave benefits, and up to 4% KiwiSaver matching. You'll also receive an extra day of leave over Christmas, plus ongoing training and development. This opportunity comes with a warm three-bedroom home. APPLY NOW Applications close on Sunday 09 November 2025, we will be speaking with candidates as and when they apply. If you’ve got any questions, please email Tom Wing - Farm Manager: wingt@landcorp.co.nz or 027 212 2179. To be eligible for this role, you must be available for an in-person interview and have unrestricted legal rights to work in New Zealand. We are unable to accept applicants on temporary work visas for permanent opportunities. Pāmu provides a safe workplace and the successful applicant will be required to pass a drug and alcohol test and undergo a criminal background check prior to being appointed.

Hamilton, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Experienced Horse & Farm Manager63612609751555115

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Experienced Horse & Farm Manager

We are looking for a knowledgable, passionate, experienced hands-on Thoroughbred Horse and Farm Manager to lead our Agistment horse operation in Cambridge. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the health and daily care and handling of all horses, as well as farm maintenance, staff and operations. A background in horse management and farm logistics is essential. The farm is 70 acres with around 100 horses. The role demands attention to detail, leadership, a passion for excellence to uphold the farm's standards of quality and care. The farm is based in Cambridge, Waikato. Vet nurse experience with horses is a bonus. A very rewarding salary depending on experience. (No on-site accommodation) Immediate start subject to availability.

Waipa River, Waikato Region, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

Horticultural Nursery Work63612606287107116

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Horticultural Nursery Work

Are you passionate about plants and like working with your hands? Do you thrive in a busy, physical role that blends indoor and outdoor work? If so we'd love to hear from you! Annton Nursery is a leading wholesale grower of high-quality flowering perennials and shrubs, supplying garden retailers across New Zealand. We’re currently looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our dispatch and production teams in fixed term horticultural labouring roles, with the potential to transition into a longer-term position. You would support general nursery operations through our busy spring and summer season in a greenhouse and outdoor environment. The roles involve general a wide range of general nursery work, including working in our dispatch department, preparing customer orders for shipment. Prepping nursery space and assisting operating the potting machine for the production department. What We’re Looking For: *A genuine interest in horticulture and plants. *Comfortable with physical work and working in varied weather conditions. *A team player with a flexible attitude. *Full training will be provided – no prior experience necessary Send a Letter of Application along with a current CV detailing your relevant experience to: steve@anntonnursery.co.nz Based in Cambridge, Waikato *Full time position 40hrs + per week with some overtime availble. *Fixed term positions - September till March 26 * Horticultural work is mixed indoor Greenhouse work, some outdoor. *Class 2 Truck Liscense or spraysafe qualification an advantage *Applicants must be local and NZ residents Please note: Your application will NOT be considered if you do not attach both a Letter of Application AND a relevant CV.

Hamilton, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

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Crew Foreman

Tommy & Mandie own Skipps logging and have been in operation since 2007. We are both hands on operators with a passion for health, safety and wellbeing of our people and have strong whanau values. We have two tower crews in the Waikato and Tommy is a hands on owner operator who works alongside his foreman giving support. Mandie works with H&S, admin and everything else in between. We are looking for a Foreman to join the team and take over the day to day running of one of the crews. The crew is a cable harvesting crew with a 70 foot tower, a harvester, 2 loaders, tethered felling machine & winch and grapple carriage. The crew also has a team of manual breaker outs. Ideally we are looking for a forestry foreman with a proven track record but would look at someone who has been in a leadership role in a crew wanting to step up into management. If you are after a new challenge and have a safety first mentality, strong people skills, an excellent understanding of how to pull wood and a passion for logging we would like to hear from you. You can also msg us though our Facebook page Skipps logging & training Please be prepared to provide 2 references when applying, these could be character references PLEASE DO NOT APPLY IF YOU ARE NOT OR HAVE NOT WORKED IN THE FORESTRY

Hamilton, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

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Utility Arborist

Utility Arborist - Hamilton We are currently seeking an experienced and qualified Utility Arborist for our Hamilton Yard. Who said the office needs to have four walls? As a Utility Arborist with Treescape you will spend your days amongst the treetops, working around powerlines and doing what you do best. The purpose of this role is to carry out a variety of tasks and day-to-day activities required and is essential for ensuring the safety and reliability of our power infrastructure while maintaining the natural beauty of the environment. So, if you are looking for a change and you have either qualifications in Arboriculture or substantial experience with chainsaws, now is your chance to join the largest leading Green Asset Management provider in New Zealand! When you join Treescape, not only will you be provided an abundance of training to advance your skills, but you will also be working in some of the most iconic sites around New Zealand. Joining the largest green asset management provider in New Zealand means an opportunity for your career to grow as an arborist or leader while being guaranteed the ability to work with the best people and equipment in the country. Ideally, you will have: - NZQA Utility arborist qualification level 3+ - 1+ years' experience in the field - Full class 1 driver's license minimum (Class 2 Beneficial) - Current first-aid certificate beneficial - Essential sound experience with chainsaws, pole saws, and brushwood chippers - Knowledge of tree and shrub identification is desired - Clear communication skills Perks include but are not limited to when you join Treescape: - We will provide you with a full uniform, work boots, and climbing equipment - We will ensure you are working alongside highly experienced colleagues in a supportive and safe work environment - We will be provided a competitive hourly rate based on your experience and qualifications - Consistent full-time work guaranteed (Mon-Fri 7am-5pm) with overtime available - Ongoing unit standard industry training programs are available - Further HT class training is available - Serious opportunity for career progression - Well-equipped modern machinery throughout the company - Monthly appreciation rewards and yearly awards If this sounds like your next career move, then hit the apply button now or email your application to careers@treescape.co.nz. The fine print - To be eligible for this position you must currently be living in NZ and have a legal right to work in this country (i.e. NZ Citizenship, be a permanent resident, or hold full working rights). Treescape is also an NZ Immigration Accredited employer, which means that we can support visa applications under the AEWV. - Candidates will be required to undergo drug and alcohol testing, a medical exam, and Ministry of Justice checks as part of the recruitment process (at Treescape’s cost). - This is a permanent and full-time position working Monday to Friday 47.5 hours per week. Additional hours and flexibility are generally available. - We are committed to diversity and inclusion. We value and encourage participation of all applicants regardless of their background.

Hamilton, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary

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Arborist

We're seeking a skilled Arborist to join our team, working across a variety of residential, commercial, and utility projects. If you're passionate about tree care and safety, and have experience working around services (power lines, underground utilities), we want to hear from you! Key Responsibilities: * Perform tree pruning, removals, and maintenance using industry-standard techniques and equipment. * Operate chainsaws, chippers, and elevated work platforms safely and efficiently. * Identify tree health issues and recommend appropriate solutions. * Work safely around services including power lines and underground utilities. * Maintain tools and equipment, ensuring all gear is in safe working order. What We're Looking For: * Proven experience as an Arborist, ideally with exposure to utility or service-related environments. * Relevant qualifications (e.g., NZQA Arboriculture, Unit Standards, or equivalent). * Strong understanding of safety protocols and hazard management. * Ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively. * Class 2 licence and EWP certification are a bonus. If this sounds like you, please apply now with an updated CV.Applicants must be eligible to work in New Zealand.

Hamilton, New Zealand

Negotiable Salary