Rural Directions
1308 Whangaehu Valley Road, Whangaehu Valley, New Zealand
Due to the expansion of this privately owned farming business located just 20 minutes from Masterton; our client is seeking a Manager who will enjoy all of the challenges that operating a 2106ha (eff), 21,000su sheep and beef breeding operation has to offer.
The owner of this property is looking to concentrate on other areas of the business therefore you will have the autonomy and responsibility of the station management on a day-to-day basis.
Key skills required for this role are:
Strong stockmanship & pasture management skills
Excellent communication & organisational skills
Proven people management skills
A good level of computer skills in order to complete reporting in Microsoft Excel & Word
You will plan and delegate tasks to the team and take on a mentoring role with junior staff. Stock management and animal health are crucial components of this role requiring you to keep a capable team of 5-6 good working dogs.
There is an excellent remuneration package on offer with a tidy and warm three bedroom character home. There is a school bus at the gate to various primary & secondary schooling options in Masterton.
If you are looking for a role with responsibility and where you can take ownership for the day-today running and planning of a property alongside an owner who will support and encourage your development then this role will interest you!
To view a Job Information Pack or to apply, please press the 'Apply Now' button to visit the Rural Directions website - www.ruraldirections.co.nz or phone the Rural Directions team in confidence on 06 871 0450 (Reference #4059).
Applications close 5pm Monday, 24th February 2020.
Due to the expansion of this privately owned farming business located just 20 minutes from Masterton; our client is seeking a Manager who will enjoy all of the challenges that operating a 2106ha (eff), 21,000su sheep and beef breeding operation has to offer.
The owner of this property is looking to concentrate on other areas of the business therefore you will have the autonomy and responsibility of the station management on a day-to-day basis.
Key skills required for this role are:
Strong stockmanship & pasture management skills
Excellent communication & organisational skills
Proven people management skills
A good level of computer skills in order to complete reporting in Microsoft Excel & Word
You will plan and delegate tasks to the team and take on a mentoring role with junior staff. Stock management and animal health are crucial components of this role requiring you to keep a capable team of 5-6 good working dogs.
There is an excellent remuneration package on offer with a tidy and warm three bedroom character home. There is a school bus at the gate to various primary & secondary schooling options in Masterton.
If you are looking for a role with responsibility and where you can take ownership for the day-today running and planning of a property alongside an owner who will support and encourage your development then this role will interest you!
To view a Job Information Pack or to apply, please press the 'Apply Now' button to visit the Rural Directions website - www.ruraldirections.co.nz or phone the Rural Directions team in confidence on 06 871 0450 (Reference #4059).
Applications close 5pm Monday, 24th February 2020.
Temora Holdings Ltd
Kumeroa, New Zealand
Otawhao Station is an 865 hectare (750 effective) sheep and beef farm located 20 minutes from Pahiatua and 25 minutes from Dannevirke. There is a mix of flat, rolling and steeper country. We run approximately 210 breeding cows, 390 R1 & R2 cattle, 3400 breeding ewes and 1000 hoggets.
If you are an energetic person who is passionate about farming, have a broad range of skills and are keen to learn, then we would love to have you as part of our team. We seek to run a sustainable, productive and profitable business where people are given opportunities to grow and progress. In this full time position you will report to the farm manager with your duties including general stock work such as drenching, vaccinating and weighing both sheep and cattle, shifting stock, repairs and maintenance of fencing and water systems, tractor and machinery operation, weed control and other general tasks.
You will need to have:
2-6 working dogs under good control
Excellent stockmanship skills
Ability to safely operate an ATV and tractor on hill country
Fencing and general farm maintenance skills
Attention to detail including accurate record keeping and ability to work with new technologies
Be honest, reliable, positive and willing to learn
Able to work in a tidy, efficient and organised manner
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
At least two farm related references
We can offer a positive work environment where you will receive plenty of variety and can be involved with all aspects of the day to day running of this farm. A comfortable 4-bedroom house is available on the farm. Hunting and fishing are available on the property.
If you are interested and would like to know more please contact Daniel at daniel.tarbotton@gmail.com or on 0277409076
Otawhao Station is an 865 hectare (750 effective) sheep and beef farm located 20 minutes from Pahiatua and 25 minutes from Dannevirke. There is a mix of flat, rolling and steeper country. We run approximately 210 breeding cows, 390 R1 & R2 cattle, 3400 breeding ewes and 1000 hoggets.
If you are an energetic person who is passionate about farming, have a broad range of skills and are keen to learn, then we would love to have you as part of our team. We seek to run a sustainable, productive and profitable business where people are given opportunities to grow and progress. In this full time position you will report to the farm manager with your duties including general stock work such as drenching, vaccinating and weighing both sheep and cattle, shifting stock, repairs and maintenance of fencing and water systems, tractor and machinery operation, weed control and other general tasks.
You will need to have:
2-6 working dogs under good control
Excellent stockmanship skills
Ability to safely operate an ATV and tractor on hill country
Fencing and general farm maintenance skills
Attention to detail including accurate record keeping and ability to work with new technologies
Be honest, reliable, positive and willing to learn
Able to work in a tidy, efficient and organised manner
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
At least two farm related references
We can offer a positive work environment where you will receive plenty of variety and can be involved with all aspects of the day to day running of this farm. A comfortable 4-bedroom house is available on the farm. Hunting and fishing are available on the property.
If you are interested and would like to know more please contact Daniel at daniel.tarbotton@gmail.com or on 0277409076
Integrated Foods Ltd
Gisborne, New Zealand
Gisborne, NZ
We’re hiring! We are looking for a Senior Shepherd to join our team.
This role is located 10 minutes from Gisborne near the Waimata Valley. The property is over 1200ha of sheep and beef farming that ranges from flat to rolling to steep hill country. The farm has a range of breeding and finishing, finishing 7000-11000 lambs per year.
The farm is managed as three blocks with a team consisting of a Farm Manager, another Senior Shepherd (different block) and two Fencer Generals
The ideal candidate will have:
At least 4 years experience in a Shepherd or Senior Shepherd role
A capable team of dogs (minimum of 6)
Sound stockmanship
Interest in breeding and finishing stock
Great initiative and ability to work independently and as part of a team
Commitment to ongoing learning and further development
Desire to take the next step in their career and thinking about their long term career
Understanding and commitment to health and safety
If you think you are a suitable candidate for the role please apply!
To start with the successful candidate will be housed in a 2 bedroom cottage whilst the main house will be subject to renovation.
For confidential enquiries or send through CV’s to Michelle McLeely (06) 869 1330 or m.mcleely@iflgroup.co or Sam Bull 027 456 1283
Gisborne, NZ
We’re hiring! We are looking for a Senior Shepherd to join our team.
This role is located 10 minutes from Gisborne near the Waimata Valley. The property is over 1200ha of sheep and beef farming that ranges from flat to rolling to steep hill country. The farm has a range of breeding and finishing, finishing 7000-11000 lambs per year.
The farm is managed as three blocks with a team consisting of a Farm Manager, another Senior Shepherd (different block) and two Fencer Generals
The ideal candidate will have:
At least 4 years experience in a Shepherd or Senior Shepherd role
A capable team of dogs (minimum of 6)
Sound stockmanship
Interest in breeding and finishing stock
Great initiative and ability to work independently and as part of a team
Commitment to ongoing learning and further development
Desire to take the next step in their career and thinking about their long term career
Understanding and commitment to health and safety
If you think you are a suitable candidate for the role please apply!
To start with the successful candidate will be housed in a 2 bedroom cottage whilst the main house will be subject to renovation.
For confidential enquiries or send through CV’s to Michelle McLeely (06) 869 1330 or m.mcleely@iflgroup.co or Sam Bull 027 456 1283
Rural Directions
Te Aroha, New Zealand
Waitoki Downs is a 594ha, privately owned farm located half-way between Te Aroha and Paeroa in the Waikato region. The farming operation runs a mix of stock including dairy grazers (heifer replacements), dairy beef cattle (bulls, steers, heifers) along with Angus steers and Romney ewes. This easy rolling property is well set up with good infrastructure and laneways for ease of stock work.
Our client seeks a Shepherd who is keen to learn and grow their existing skill-base in this newly created role. The appointee will be involved in all day-to-day tasks including stock work, weighing, animal health, pasture management, feed budgeting and rotational grazing. The owner will fully support the development of the appointee to gain a good understanding of all farming systems and in-time further responsibility will be given. This position provides plenty of good mustering requiring a capable team of 1-2 working dogs as a start with the aim to increase this to 3-5.
This role presents a great learning opportunity for someone with a positive, can-do attitude and the ability to show initiative. A good level of stockmanship along with an understanding of general repairs/maintenance, pasture management and health & safety is required.
On offer with this role is brand new accommodation by way of semi-furnished single quarters with a kitchen, lounge, bedroom, laundry and bathroom. The property is located in an excellent farming district with plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy including the Hauraki Rail Bike Trail only 5km away and Waihi Beach. There are several Young Farmers Clubs in the surrounding area.
To view a Job Information Pack or to apply, please press the 'Apply Now' button to be re-directed to the Rural Directions website or phone the Rural Directions team in confidence on 06 871 0450 (Reference #6084).
Applications close 5pm Monday, 30th March 2020.
Waitoki Downs is a 594ha, privately owned farm located half-way between Te Aroha and Paeroa in the Waikato region. The farming operation runs a mix of stock including dairy grazers (heifer replacements), dairy beef cattle (bulls, steers, heifers) along with Angus steers and Romney ewes. This easy rolling property is well set up with good infrastructure and laneways for ease of stock work.
Our client seeks a Shepherd who is keen to learn and grow their existing skill-base in this newly created role. The appointee will be involved in all day-to-day tasks including stock work, weighing, animal health, pasture management, feed budgeting and rotational grazing. The owner will fully support the development of the appointee to gain a good understanding of all farming systems and in-time further responsibility will be given. This position provides plenty of good mustering requiring a capable team of 1-2 working dogs as a start with the aim to increase this to 3-5.
This role presents a great learning opportunity for someone with a positive, can-do attitude and the ability to show initiative. A good level of stockmanship along with an understanding of general repairs/maintenance, pasture management and health & safety is required.
On offer with this role is brand new accommodation by way of semi-furnished single quarters with a kitchen, lounge, bedroom, laundry and bathroom. The property is located in an excellent farming district with plenty of outdoor activities to enjoy including the Hauraki Rail Bike Trail only 5km away and Waihi Beach. There are several Young Farmers Clubs in the surrounding area.
To view a Job Information Pack or to apply, please press the 'Apply Now' button to be re-directed to the Rural Directions website or phone the Rural Directions team in confidence on 06 871 0450 (Reference #6084).
Applications close 5pm Monday, 30th March 2020.
