Farmhand On Regenerative Dairy Farm

Job relisted due to the email applications were all blocked and un-recoverable.. 

Farmhand needed for helping with milking 450 dairy cows and other farm jobs on a dairy farm in South Otago, New Zealand. Experience preferred but not totally necessary.

This position can be either shorter term for summer, 6 months or full time for a full year we have different options available.

We are located at Waiwera South which is 35 mins to the Catlins (world class surfing & nature) and 2.5 hours to Wanaka or Queenstown. 

We have been adopting regenerative farm principles for nearly 10 years which involves reducing fossil fuel use and involves systems thinking and working with nature.

This season we begin the transition towards certified Organic dairy.

Some of the cool stuff we do on farm are holistic grazing 365 days a year, large scale composting, winter bale grazing, and tree planting for agroforestry & Silvo-pasture.

We would also support on farm learning and mentoring. We have some great networks around here of great people to learn from also.

Agricultural experience would definitely help but not essential.

Accommodation provided here on farm. Electricity included. Car if needed. 

Wet weather gear and boots provided.

Roster set but ability to be flexible.

2 other full time employees on farm.

Start date november but flexible depending on successful applicant. 

Please email us below if this sounds like a job for you! or message on instagram @westridge_farm_nz
 

Kind Regards Mark & Madeline