Senior Stockperson - Piggery Breeding Unit

Situated in Manawatu, Ratanui is an integrated farming unit - breeding and finishing pigs alongside lamb and beef finishing and cropping. The farm is high performing – always striving to exceed output targets through strong strategy, excellent animal welfare and great teamwork.

We are seeking a Senior Stockperson to join the team in our piggery breeding unit, working with our breeding sows and new piglets. This full-time, permanent position would suit someone with previous livestock experience. Pork industry or other relevant qualifications are preferred, as are qualifications or experience working with machinery.

Responsibilities include:

• Working alongside the Breeding Unit Manager to set and meet breeding and farrowing targets, and to maintain herd welfare and productivity
• Assist the team with the day to day running of the breeding unit – including farrowing, weaning, mating and dry sow management
• Working within a successful, motivated team on rostered shifts, including some weekend work and sole charge at times
• Maintaining high standards of animal welfare, environmental stewardship and a proactive attitude to Health and Safety.

We offer a competitive salary, as well as ongoing training and career development opportunities.

Ratanui is committed to providing a safe workplace practicing excellent animal husbandry. The successful applicant will be required to pass a drug test and police background check.

Applicants for this position must have the right to work in New Zealand or qualify for a Work Visa.

Please email Geraldine if you have any questions or would like a copy of the job description for this position.

Please apply with your CV and covering letter in the first instance.