Rural Directions
Cambridge, New Zealand
A BIT ABOUT TRELAWNEY STUD…
Trelawney Stud is an integral part of the fabric of New Zealand’s thoroughbred industry; it is the longest-running commercial thoroughbred farm in NZ. Covering 170ha of highly fertile farmland, just 10 minutes from Cambridge, the quality pasture and topography are ideal for growing equine athletes.
Alongside raising quality horses, Trelawney is a working farm and is home to a flock of around 550 breeding ewes and 160 head of cattle. There is also an excess of 2000 lambs which are finished on the farm each year.
THE OPPORTUNITY…
As the Farm Manager, you will be fully responsible for the sheep and cattle on farm, and you will work closely with the Operations Manager to coordinate the grazing plan for sheep, beef, and horses.
You will be responsible for the R&M on the property, such as fencing, water and any general repairs, which will require a high level of practical skills. There is an ongoing re-grassing programme;...