Farm Assistant – Mount Prospect Station, Te Anau

Mount Prospect Station, together with The Danby, is a high-performing farming operation just 20 km from Te Anau – the gateway to Fiordland National Park. We’re looking for a motivated Farm Assistant to join our team and support our day-to-day farm operations.

About Mt Prospect Station: Mt Prospect Station, together with The Danby, is a high-performing farming operation just 20 kilometres from Te Anau – the gateway to Fiordland National Park. Developed with Environment Southland and the Waiau Trust/QEII, the property balances highly productive farmland with strong biodiversity values, including regenerating and protected QEII areas.

Nestled in its own natural basin along the western and southern slopes of Mt Prospect, the property enjoys a favourable micro-climate that supports strong pasture and winter feed production. Primarily set up for winter grazing and dairy support, Mt Prospect can winter approximately 5,500 MA cows annually.

About the Role: As a Farm Assistant, you will work across a variety of farm tasks, gaining hands-on experience and contributing to the success of the property.

This is a great opportunity for someone passionate about livestock, pasture management, and sustainable farming practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Livestock Management: Assist with feeding, monitoring animal health, calving/lambing, and handling livestock safely.
• Wintering Operations: Support feed allocation, animal welfare during winter, and maintain wintering infrastructure.
• Pasture Management: Help with re-seeding, topping, weed control, fertiliser application, and pasture monitoring.
• Maintenance: Assist with fences, tracks, water systems, yards, gates, and other farm infrastructure.
• Machinery: Safely operate and maintain tractors, trailers, feeders, and other farm machinery. Record Keeping: Maintain accurate records of livestock movements, pasture management, feed usage, and other farm activities, ensuring compliance with farm protocols and regulations.
• Environmental Programs: Support environmental and biodiversity initiatives, particularly in regenerating and protected QEII areas.
• Health & Safety: Follow safe working practices, maintain a tidy work environment, and report hazards or incidents.
• Teamwork: Support fellow farm workers and provide relief cover for roles when required.

About Fortuna Group:

Founded in 2012 by David and Kay Dodunski, Fortuna Group has grown into one of the South Island’s most progressive dairy businesses, operating 24 dairy farms and six support blocks, milking over 16,500 cows across 7,000+ hectares.

We are recognised for:

• Strong operational performance and progressive farm systems
• A values-driven culture focused on safety, development, and wellbeing
• Clear career pathways through Fortuna Futures, from Dairy Assistant to Farm Manager and regional leadership

Who We’re Looking For:

• A hands-on, reliable, and motivated team player
• Practical experience in farming is preferred but not essential
• A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and a strong work ethic
• Safe work practices and a commitment to health, safety, and the environment

What We Offer:

• Career development: Fortuna Futures pathways from Farm Assistant to regional leadership.
• Supportive work environment
• Values-driven culture prioritising safety, wellbeing, and professional growth.
• Progressive farming systems: Innovative technology and sustainable, high-performance operations.

Join us at Mt Prospect Station and take your career to the next level while managing one of the South Island’s premier dairy support and winter grazing units.

Apply now by emailing your CV to careers@fortunagroup.net.nz