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JOB DESCRIPTION SHEEP & BEEF MANAGER – STEP INTO MANAGEMENT San Rosa – Strathmore, Taranaki Join our team at San Rosa, part of the Gavin Jordan family farming business. The property is approximately 400 hectares effective sheep & beef property, ranging from flat to steep terrain, located inland from Stratford, Taranaki. We are running a breeding-focused sheep and beef operation, wintering approximately: · 2,000 ewes · 200 in-calf Angus cows · 300 rising one-year cattle --- The Opportunity: We are looking for a positive, capable and hardworking individual to join us as a Station Manager. This role will suit either: · Someone ready to step up into their first management position, or · An experienced manager looking for a solid, well-supported farming operation The role involves taking responsibility for the day-to-day running of the farm, while continuing to build skills in management and decision-making. --- The successful applicant...

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...

We have a full-time position for a person who would enjoy a variety of tasks including general farm work and machinery operation on our 930ha mixed arable farm located at Weston 5 minutes in land from Oamaru in North Otago. We grow a range of cereal crops, grass seed and specialist seeds with 300ha under pivot & hard hose gun irrigation.  In addition to this we finish approx. 150 beef cattle and 6,000- 8,000 store lambs. We operate a range of modern machinery utilizing GPS auto steer, section control and variable rate irrigation technology.  We have our own grain drying plant and storage facility allowing us to undertake most operations in house. This position involves helping with general farm tasks such as:  •    Truck and tractor driving •    Harvest work •    Shifting irrigation  •    Spraying •    Stock work  •    Fencing  •    Farm Maintenance  Desirable job skills would include, but are not limited to machinery maintenance and basic engineering skills i.e....

Experienced shepherd Drysdale is 2500 ha of medium to steep hill country 25km west of Hunterville run in conjunction with 400 ha finishing block at Halcombe. We run a very simple stock system targeting high performance sheep with clear cut stock performance targets and a dry stock beef operation purchasing 2yo Steers and finishing them as 3yo. Stock are mostly set stocked so there is minimal weekend work and no supplementary feeding. Work is a 50/50 split of horse and bike.   The successful applicant will require. 2+ years’ experience A good team of 4-6 good dogs under good command. Horse experience would be an advantage, also training can be supplied. A good attitude, sense of humour. In return we will supply. A fun and positive work environment, great team to work with. We make sure to celebrate our successes and take time to get off farm as a team.   Competitive renumeration package.  Paid overtime.  A warm, 2-...