Dairy Farm Assistant: Livestock & Pasture Focus

Ag Assist; Te Anau; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development

Supportive work environment

Progressive farming systems

Job summary

Fortuna Group is seeking a motivated Farm Assistant for Mount Prospect Station near Te Anau. You will contribute to day-to-day farm operations, focusing on livestock care, pasture management, and winter grazing support in a high-performing dairy environment.

The role offers opportunities to learn across livestock handling, pasture management, and farm infrastructure, with emphasis on safety and teamwork. Excellent development pathways and a supportive culture are provided.

Qualifications

• Hands-on farming experience desirable but not essential.
• Willingness to learn, reliable and safety-conscious.
• Ability to work as part of a team in a busy operation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with feeding and monitoring livestock health.
• Support winter grazing and pasture management activities.
• Maintain fences, water systems and general farm infrastructure.
• Operate tractors and basic farm machinery safely.
• Keep accurate records of livestock movements and feed usage.
• Contribute to environmental and biodiversity initiatives.

Skills

Livestock handling

Pasture management

Teamwork

Health & safety

Job description

Fortuna Group is seeking a motivated Farm Assistant for Mount Prospect Station near Te Anau. You will contribute to day-to-day farm operations, focusing on livestock care, pasture management, and winter grazing support in a high-performing dairy environment.

The role offers opportunities to learn across livestock handling, pasture management, and farm infrastructure, with emphasis on safety and teamwork. Excellent development pathways and a supportive culture are provided.