Stockperson

An opportunity has arisen for a position at our West Eyreton farm.

Moorpork Ltd is a 1500 sow, modern, high tech, high health, farrow to finish, indoor piggery business with 2 sites located within 45 minutes of Christchurch.

We are seeking to employ an individual to fill a full-time position at our modern West Eyreton site of 1100 sows, farrow to finish running a 2 weekly batch system.

This position is working within a high-performing and motivated team of 6 full-time staff.

The position will be assisting with all aspects of care, hygiene and management within the farm, with specialisation depending on experience.

You will be required to assist in all areas of the farm as required, including:

• Feeding and vaccinating
• Accurate artificial insemination and animal health record keeping
• Farrowing and weaning
• Washing/cleaning
• Moving stock of all ages
• Actively maintaining and improving biosecurity and health & safety.

Our ideal candidate will:

• Have livestock experience in a commercial setting
• Be legally able to work in New Zealand
• Have an eye for detail and meticulous record keeping
• Possess a willingness to learn and be flexible
• Have an excellent level of spoken and written English language
• Be physically fit
• Be a team player and able to follow instructions

Preference will be given to candidates already residing in New Zealand

We offer:

• Regular rostered hours with a minimum of 35 hours per week, this may include weekends
• Competitive package
• Comprehensive health insurance after a successful 90-day trial period
• A high performing environment that supports new ideas
• Opportunities to grow and expand your knowledge and skill base
• All work clothing provided
• Modern and well-maintained facilities
• On-going training

Single shared accommodation is available if required.

All positions could be subject to drugs and alcohol testing, pre-employment medical check and/or a police background check.

Moorpork biosecurity protocols require no contact is to be had with either domestic or feral pigs at any time; and no employee may share living arrangements with people in contact with outside domestic or feral pigs at any time.

Please visit our website for information on who Moorpork is https://moorpork.co.nz/

If this is an opportunity you are interested in, we would like to hear from you.

Please send your updated CV to Cherie.