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We are seeking an experienced shepherd general to assist with the running of our sheep and beef farm. The farm is located in Eastern Southland. We run 4250 breeding ewes and 100 trading cattle on 557ha of rolling improved pasture. We are seeking an honest, reliable employee who has some previous experience working with sheep and beef. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, be able to work unsupervised and have good communication skills. Preference will be given to someone with a full driver’s licence and a working team of dogs. Applicants must have New Zealand working rights. There is no accommodation on farm. However, we are just 15 minutes from Gore and 10 minutes from Mataura. We will offer a competitive rate based on experience. Please send your CV and two references to humphriesfarm2018@gmail.com or contact Jared if you have any questions on 027 208 9456.

Clarke & Megan Horrell run this family-owned business, in Waikaia, Northern Southland. The operation is on 720hectares of predominantly flat land and includes 5500 Romney, Coop, Texel breeding ewes, 1800 hoggets, finishing 85% of lambs & breeding own replacements, trading beef cattle and wintering dairy cows. It’s a hands-on operation where pride is taken in good stockmanship, well kept infrastructure, and doing the basics well. Our focus is on strong production and profitability while maintaining a practical, sustainable and consistent work environment to achieve a well-balanced lifestyle. Duties will include, but are not limited to the following : Moving stock, shifting breaks, setting up grazing paddocks and general stock observation. General yard work All seasonal farm work including shearing, lambing, tailing etc Stock movement within the farm and on the road Fencing, maintaining water pipes and troughs. Tractor work, cultivation...

We are seeking an Experienced Shepherd General to run the daily operations of our breeding block on the southern coast of Porangahau. Arataura Station is 1200 hectare  ( 1020 eff )                                                                                                      combined with our 340 hectare finishing block in Waipukurau.                                                                        We are looking for a motivated , honest person that enjoys working as a team .                                                                                                                                                                                                                        They must have good stockmanship , capable team of working dogs , and the ability  to work independently between the two working blocks. Arataura Stn is commited to ongoing investment in Genetics , fencing , soil testing , coastal erosion planting.           The farm extends...

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...

Head General Position The position of Head General has become available at Puketoro Station on the East Coast, North Island. Background McNeil Farming Ltd is an extensive farming business based north of Gisborne on the East Coast. Puketoro Station, as part of McNeil Farming Ltd, is an 8675ha hill country sheep and beef Station located one hour inland from Tokomaru Bay. We are a progressive operation and are continuously looking at ways to increase production and profitability.   There are 10-12 full time staff on the Station. Job requirements: -          Experienced with a variety of fencing work (Conventional and Electric) -          Experienced with machinery on hill country -          Reliable and Enthusiastic with a high output, positive work ethic -          Works well in both a team environment and independently -          Capable of organising and training other staff members -          Well organised and forward thinking -...

Our English worker has just returned home, leaving us with some pretty big boots to fill. Consequently, we are looking for a junior farm worker to join our small team. Clachanburn Station is over 2000ha, consisting of steep hill country and irrigated flat land located in the Maniototo, Central Otago. We have both Elk and Red deer studs, which we produce for venison, velvet and for our trophy hunting business. We also have bison, Highland cattle and Arapawa sheep. We are looking for someone fit, hard working and enthusiastic who is keen to expand their knowledge and ability on one of the most high-class deer farms in the country. The work is varied and includes stockwork, tractor driving, general maintenance and irrigation. Previous deer experience is an advantage, but is not essential. The work can be physically demanding, and requires you to be confident driving and working on a range of terrains. Tractor driving experience is a requirement. You will need a...