Caberfeidh is a 5,300 ha (effective) breeding and finishing farm located in the Hakataramea Valley, wintering approximately 30,000su and peaking at over 40,000su. It runs 500 Angus cows and 15,000 Headwater ewes and their replacements, as well as a large finishing and trading operation.
Caberfeidh has 1500ha of Hill and the rest is flat to medium hill country which includes 485ha of Irrigation.
For the right person, this role could lead into further areas of responsibility.
The ideal applicant will have:
3+ years’ experience working as a shepherd in New Zealand
An interest in lamb/cattle finishing and developing your feed management skills.
A team of competent working dogs.
Planning and communicating skills.
Excellent work ethic.
Self-motivation and a willingness to learn.
A willingness to embrace technology.
Team player.
This is a great opportunity for you to join a high functioning team. You will be exposed to managing a high performing ewe...