Switzers Valley Transport

09/02/2026

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We’re Hiring – Spreader driver wanted!

Switzers Valley Transport, a rural transport company based in Wendonside/Waikaia, Southland, is on the hunt for a skilled and reliable Spreader driver to join our team.


This role is primarily for a Bulky unit involving rural work in the Southland area.

What we’re looking for:

• Class 5 license with previous experience (essential)

• A strong work ethic and willingness to work extended hours/weekends when required

• A good sense of humour and positive attitude

• Ability to work unsupervised and as part of a team

• High standards around health & safety

• Pride in keeping gear clean, tidy, and well looked after

• A genuine team player

Remuneration is based on ability. All spreaders are fitted with GPS guidance and TracMap job Management systems. We offer a positive work environment with the opportunity to move up in the chain to other departments i.e. bulk or stock as the opportunity arises

If you’re someone who takes pride in your work and wants to be part of a solid, down-to-earth rural transport team, we’d love to hear from you!

📧 Send your CV to [email protected]

📞 For more info, contact Jock: 027 419 3096

02/02/2026

On March 7 dispatcher and driver Jamie Coote and his partner Rach will be running/walking the Motatapu Miners Trail - a 15km, 900m vert mountain run at Arrowtown. Our aim - to raise enough funds for our wee mate Ava and her family to have a holiday in Australia after a tough year! After winning her school cross country Ava noticed a lump on her leg which was diagnosed as Ewings Sarcoma - a rare, aggressive bone cancer. Late last year she had a partial amputation of her left leg and a rotationplasty - where her ankle has been rotated 180 degrees (so toes point backward) and attached to the thigh bone to allow the ankle joint to act as a hinge for a prosthetic leg. She's still having chemo in Christchurch Hospital and will have to learn to walk again with a prosthetic.

Ava's parents, Tracey and Hayden, are our business partners at Switzers Valley Transport

Jamie and Rach hope to raise enough money so that brave wee Ava can go and visit her best friend, who moved to Melbourne just before she was diagnosed. (Her mum needs a holiday too!). Any donations or sponsorship for the run are greatly appreciated. Thank you!

The GiveALittle page is here:

Fundraising for Ava to visit her friend in Melbourne once she's well enough to travel.

28/12/2025

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! From the team Valley Transport Ltd - Photo by: Alan Ritchie👌

10/12/2025

We’re Hiring – Spreader driver wanted!

Switzers Valley Transport, a rural transport company based in Wendonside/Waikaia, Southland, is on the hunt for a skilled and reliable Spreader driver to join our team.


This role is primarily for a Bulky unit involving rural work in the Southland area.

What we’re looking for:

• Class 5 license with previous experience (essential)

• A strong work ethic and willingness to work extended hours/weekends when required

• A good sense of humour and positive attitude

• Ability to work unsupervised and as part of a team

• High standards around health & safety

• Pride in keeping gear clean, tidy, and well looked after

• A genuine team player

Remuneration is based on ability. All spreaders are fitted with GPS guidance and TracMap job Management systems. We offer a positive work environment with the opportunity to move up in the chain to other departments i.e. bulk or stock as the opportunity arises

If you’re someone who takes pride in your work and wants to be part of a solid, down-to-earth rural transport team, we’d love to hear from you!

📧 Send your CV to [email protected]

📞 For more info, contact Jock: 027 419 3096

04/11/2025

New sower on the road today

02/11/2025

🚛 We’re Hiring – Class 5 Stock Truck Driver!

Switzers Valley Transport, a rural transport company based in Waikaia, Southland, is on the hunt for a skilled and reliable stock truck driver to join our team.


This role is primarily for a Stock Unit, involving rural transport work, but we’re after someone who’s flexible and willing to jump into a Bulk Unit or Sower when needed,
(Sower is not essential).


What we’re looking for:

• Class 5 license with previous experience (essential)

• A strong work ethic and willingness to work extended hours/weekends when required

• A good sense of humour and positive attitude

• Ability to work unsupervised and as part of a team

• High standards around health & safety

• Pride in keeping gear clean, tidy and well looked after

• A genuine team player


If you’re someone who takes pride in your work and wants to be part of a solid, down-to-earth rural transport team, we’d love to hear from you!

📧 Send your CV to [email protected]

📞 For more info, contact Jock: 027 419 3096

20/10/2025

photos of Jamie Coote coming outa lilybank stn head waters of lake tekapo

15/10/2025

09/10/2025

28/08/2025

Stock Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION
Join Our Team – Stock Manager
Flagstaff Station Holdings is a progressive farming business established in 2023, farming 3,500ha across two diverse properties in Northern Southland. We run 28,000 stock units of sheep, beef, deer, and cereal cropping, with operations split between Flagstaff Station — a stunning high-country farm in Athol — and Tower Ridge, an intensive finishing block near Balfour.

We’re looking for a Stock Manager to join our team at Tower Ridge, following an internal promotion. Working closely with the Operations Manager, you’ll lead day-to-day livestock operations with support from a shepherd and experienced tractor driver.

This is a great opportunity for someone with sound dry stock experience who is passionate about livestock, organized and confident in their skills, and keen to be part of a supportive, forward-thinking team.



We’d love to hear from you if you:

Have strong livestock knowledge, proven stockmanship, and a good team of dogs.
Are driven to achieve excellent stock performance and take pride in your work.
Enjoy planning feed budgets, managing pasture, and improving productivity.
Have hands-on skills in fencing, water systems, and general farm maintenance.
Show commitment to regular maintenance and tidiness of your workplace.
Are a clear communicator, organized, reliable, and happy working both independently and with others.
Are fit, enthusiastic, and willing to keep learning and growing.
Ideally be familiar with Resolution with good reporting and record keeping skills.
(Bonus) Have some staff management experience.


What we offer:

A competitive salary package based on your experience and skills.
Warm, comfortable on-farm accommodation (if required).
Modern equipment and well-maintained facilities.
Ongoing training, upskilling, and career progression opportunities.
A supportive team and variety in your work.
A focus on health, safety, and animal welfare.
A stunning location with access to great hunting, fishing, and outdoor recreation. Tower Ridge is just 10 minutes from Lumsden, 35 minutes to Gore, and under 90 minutes to both Invercargill and Queenstown, with local school bus routes nearby.


If this sounds like you, please email your CV, a brief cover letter, and at least two work-related references to [email protected].

Applications close 21/09/2025 – we’ll review applications as they come in.

For a confidential chat about the role, contact:
Haydn Blatch (Operations Manager) – 027 555 6592

21/06/2025

Road survey shows rural and livestock truck drivers have to endure abuse from public for issues beyond their remit.