Farm Assistant - Sheep & Beef
Part time role supporting livestock, teaching, and research operations across two farms in a hands-on, varied, and rewarding farm assistant role.
Mo te tuka | The role
Help support teaching, research and commercial operations across two unique farm environments while building your on-farm skills and experience.
Work across Lincoln University's irrigated Research Farm and dryland Ashley Dene property to support general farm duties, animal care, teaching and research programmes. You'll assist the Farm Manager, researchers and students in a varied and rewarding hands-on role.
Some tasks of the role include:
- Assist with feeding, stock movement, and lambing activities
- Support teaching and research livestock handling and logistics
- Carry out fencing, irrigation, and general farm maintenance
- Record animal health and operational data accurately
- Operate farm machinery and vehicles safely
- Apply fertiliser, assist with weed control, pasture and crop establishment
$36,000 per annum total).
Ka tino Pukeka/Wheako | Essential skills/experience for the role
You will have:
- Experience working on a sheep and beef farm with machinery use
- Motivation to learn, adapt and take on new challenges
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to follow procedures and maintain accurate records
- Empathy for animal welfare and high standards of care
- Willingness to act as 2IC in the Farm Manager's absence and flexibility to work extra hours during peak periods (September to March)
- Alignment with Manaakitaka and Lincoln University values.
Ka hua ka riro ki a koe | What's in it for you?
At Lincoln University, you'll be part of a supportive and inclusive workplace that values diversity and equal opportunity.
From day one, enjoy a range ofbenefitsdesigned to support your professional growth, wellbeing, and work-life balance, including:
- Grow your career with expert-led training & mentorship
- Generous leave - six weeks of paid leave per year (based on 1.0 FTE)
- Annual salary reviews to recognise your contributions
- Eye care support - contributions toward eye tests and glasses
- Free on-site parking for added convenience
- Flexible, family-friendly work environment promoting work-life balance
- Wellbeing support - free, confidential services through ClearHead
- Exclusive employee benefits with Southern Cross Health Insurance
- On-campus gym with discounted membership fees
- Access to an on-site early childhood centre with staff discounts
- Boost rewards membership for retail & service discounts
- Engaging social culture - staff groups, activities & events
- A vibrant university community - beautiful gardens, on-site cafés & a collaborative atmosphere.
Mo matou | About us
Te Whare Wanaka o Aoraki | Lincoln University is a specialist institution dedicated to impactful research and higher education that supports land-based industries in New Zealand and globally.
Our campus sits at the heart of the Lincoln research precinct, complemented by university-owned farms and research stations that blend education, research, and hands-on learning. At Lincoln, students are at the heart of everything we do—we empower them to grow their potential and contribute to a more sustainably productive world through world-class teaching and research.
As a progressive university with an ambitious vision, we value a professional workforce that reflects the diversity of our community. Our staff engage with students, parents, government, iwi, and external stakeholders, upholding Lincoln University's reputation through their work.
Our Te Tiriti o Waitangi commitments begin with mana whenua. We honour our special relationship with Ngai Te Ruahikihiki and Te Taumutu Runanga, embedded in our He Tutohinga Whakamatau | Charter of Understanding.
Tono inaianei | Apply now
Ready to apply? Submit your CV and a cover letter that highlights your fit for the role—tell us what makes you the ideal candidate!
Applications received via email will not be considered, however specific enquiry relating to the role can be made to *******@lincoln.ac.nz
We are only considering applicants who have current unrestricted legal working rights in New Zealand. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role. International applications that do not meet this criteria will be treated as spam.
Applications may close earlier than the advertised deadline if we receive enough suitable candidates. Submit yours early to ensure you're considered.