Senior Stockperson – Piggery Breeding Unit

Ratanui Development Co. Ltd 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, good governance and great teamwork.

We are seeking an experienced Senior Stockperson to join the team in our piggery breeding unit, working with our breeding sows and new piglets. This full-time, permanent position will suit someone with at least three years’ experience in the pork industry or other relevant qualifications, as well as 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 piggery – including farrowing, weaning, mating, health monitoring 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.