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We are seeking a motivated person who is keen to learn and grow within the agriculture industry.   This role will suit you if you’ve already been working with stock, have a capable team of dogs and are ready for your next step.   This is your opportunity to be part of a high preforming, well-organised operation where you can further develop your skills across all aspects of stockmanship, animal health, pasture management and breeding in the sheep and beef industry.   This is a successful and progressive family farming business split across four properties totalling 4,400 hectares.   This position is primarily based on the 2,260 ha property working alongside one of the owners while assisting where needed across the other properties.   Our sheep and beef enterprise includes 21,000 breeding ewes, 7,300 mated hoggets and 900 breeding cows. You will be part of an environment where quality genetics, high value feed, good stock management, record keeping and effective use of...

Taringamotu Otamakahi Trust operates a 1,390ha sheep and beef enterprise 20 minutes northeast of Taumarunui carrying 16,500 stock units.   With a mixed stocking policy including both sheep and beef with a focus on both quality breeding and finishing, this is a fantastic opportunity to be involved in the running of a diverse farming operation.   You will be working alongside the Farm Manager and two other permanent farm staff to ensure a smooth-running operation.  The position will include some additional responsibility overseeing one of the farm blocks with the support of the Manager so is a great opportunity for someone looking for a shepherd position with that “little bit extra”.   You will have: ·           The ability to work efficiently on your own and as part of the team ·           Good pasture and stock management skills ·           A strong work ethic to “get the job done” ·           Excellent communication skills and attention...

1,500 cows at Patoka, running a split shift either 3.30am to 3pm or 7am to 5.30pm. Breakfast provided to the early shift over calving & mating. We are a Halter farm with protrac, inshed feeding and utilising a feed pad when necessary. We are a team of eight with two 2IC’s running separate shifts. Experience and the ability to lead people and work within the team is a must. Regards, Leighton & Nicola Swan

Lead daily operations on a diverse regenerative farm & sanctuary with real impact and responsibility. Located in the winterless north near the Kaipara Harbour, Makarau. Enjoy real autonomy & responsibility, where your ideas & decisions truly matter. Work alongside a team passionate about animal welfare and regenerative farming practices. Your Future Workplace This is a 74-hectare privately owned family property that is being developed into a regenerative, values-driven operation, with a focused-on animal welfare and sanctuary care. It currently runs a diverse range of livestock, including sheep (notably Swiss Valais Blacknose), goats, alpacas, emus, guinea fowl, and peacocks, with an emphasis on breeding and conservation.   The owners plan to expand into small-scale commercial beef cattle and free-range chicken production, while continuing to grow the sanctuary and regenerative aspects of the farm. They have the resources,...