Pig Farm Worker Jobs in New Zealand

Pig Farm Worker jobs in New Zealand offer rewarding opportunities for individuals who enjoy hands-on animal care and are interested in contributing to the country’s growing pork production industry. Workers in this role support daily pig husbandry tasks, ensuring healthy growth, efficient breeding, and the smooth running of farm operations.

Responsibilities

• Feed pigs according to farm schedules and maintain clean, hygienic pens and barns in line with workplace liability insurance and farm safety standards.
• Assist with breeding, farrowing, piglet care, and general reproductive management.
• Monitor pig health, administer basic medications, and immediately report illnesses or behavioral changes to supervisors.
• Clean, disinfect, and maintain facilities to ensure a safe environment for both animals and workers.
• Weigh, sort, and prepare pigs for sale, transfer, or transport, keeping records with simple digital tools that may connect to payroll software systems.
• Follow structured farm processes that support compliance for workers employed under the accredited employer work visa pathway.

Requirements

• Basic knowledge of animal care, livestock handling, or previous farm experience is an advantage; additional online certification or agricultural training courses are beneficial.
• Physically fit, able to lift, bend, and work in farm environments.
• Strong observation skills for monitoring animal behavior and health.
• Willingness to work early mornings, weekends, and busy periods.
• Familiarity with simple administrative tasks such as banking setup, international money transfer, or tax return filing, especially useful for international workers transitioning to life in New Zealand.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly pay with on-site accommodation options in some rural areas.
• Training provided in animal welfare, pig husbandry, breeding support, and farm safety practices.
• Clear opportunities for progression into senior roles such as piggery supervisor or herd management.
• Employment in a stable and supportive agricultural sector with growing demand for skilled livestock workers.
• Some employers may offer private medical insurance, life insurance, or support through visa sponsorship assessment, including introductions to an immigration lawyer for eligible applicants.

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