Farm Assistant - Semester Break
Rent A Bull

Rent A Bull, part of Fortuna Group, is looking for a capable and experienced farm assistant to support our team over the winter period. This is a short-term role based at Five Rivers, Northern Southland, on a 260ha flat and 900ha hill country bull and sheep operation.

Dates:
From Monday 30 June to at least 10 July
Potential to extend through to 17 July for the right applicant

About the role:
You’ll be assisting with day-to-day wintering operations, with a key focus on stock management and feeding. There will be a 7-day period of sole charge, so confidence and experience are essential.

Key responsibilities:
Moving winter breaks (fodder beet and swedes)
Feeding baleage in feeders
Ensuring bulls are well fed and have consistent access to water
Operating tractors in crop paddocks
General stock care and monitoring

What we’re looking for:
Proven experience with winter break feeding systems
Confident tractor operator in crop conditions
Strong problem-solving ability and stock sense
Ability to work independently (including sole charge period)
Reliable and practical approach to farm work

What’s on offer:
Short-term opportunity with potential extension
Hands-on experience within a well-run operation
Basic on-farm accommodation provided

If you’re keen for a solid block of work over winter and have the experience to hit the ground running, we’d love to hear from you.

Email your CV to careers@fortunagroup.net.nz subject 'Rent a bull'