Rural Directions

A BIT ABOUT OHINEWAIRUA STATION… Ohinewairua Station is a 7500ha station, situated on the Napier-Taihape Road in the Central North Island and is owned by longstanding family shareholders. This well-developed breeding and finishing farming business, is running sheep, beef and deer.  The property is situated in the Moawhango district; with a strong rural community and plenty of social happenings. THE OPPORTUNITY… This Station Cook position is a highly valued role within a strong team environment, it will offer you some flexibility and allow you to be an integral part of the team. You will be responsible for the organising, planning and cooking of the meals for the Station. This will include; The planning and preparation of breakfast, lunch and dinner Monday to Friday for the (6) shepherds. Some pastoral care for the young Shepherds. Cooking for additional casual staff & contractors during busy periods. Preparing baking for morning and afternoon tea, during...

We are excited to bring this Farm Manager role to the market. Our client is looking to hire a Farm Manager for their Arable farm based in Lincoln, just 30 minutes from Christchurch. With approximately 950 staff, spread across 14 New Zealand locations, this well-established company conducts research that adds value to fruit, vegetable, crop, and food products. THE OPPORTUNITY… As the Farm Manager, you will be responsible for the 180ha cropping farm with both a commercial and science base. This farm is an extensive research farm that is used for a diverse range of trials. It needs to be run as a commercial farm whilst also providing services back to clients (science staff).  You will be responsible for full farm oversight and day to day management including; Leadership and supervision of farm staff, contractors and seasonal staff whilst collaborating with science leaders and technical teams Reviewing applications for farm use and land consents Preparing annual income...

This young, friendly livestock team have strong relationships with NZ and will support the move to Victoria by reimbursing your relocation costs. Young & friendly team including fellow kiwis Strong relationship with NZ Attractive remuneration including relocation costs A BIT ABOUT WARRAMBEEN… Warrambeen is situated in Central Victoria, Australia and is privately owned by the Taylor family, it has been in their family for 130 years. They have developed this unique land into a Merino sheep breeding and cropping operation. The Livestock business has a detailed plan 5 year plan to drive up farm carrying capacity, lamb and wool production, with a focus on profitability and sustainability. This role is supported by some of the best merino advisers in Australia and New Zealand.   THE OPPORTUNITY… The Stock Manager will be responsible for the day to day stock work on the farm, as well as assisting the Farm Manager with the management of the overall operation. Key...

A BIT ABOUT DUNSHAUGHLIN… Dunshaughlin farm is a privately owned and operated. It is part of a larger family farming business in Central Hawke’s Bay. This provides some synergies for managing resources of both labour and pastoral support during peak periods throughout the season. THE OPPORTUNITY… The Hatuma Farm, 282ha, is just 10 minutes from Waipukurau. The farm is a high producing property with Beef and Lamb finishing and Sheep breeding. This Shepherd General position will encompass all aspects of farm work including animal health, stock and tractor work as well as general farm maintenance. You will work closely with the owner following the farm policies and plans. A BIT ABOUT YOU… As well as a great attitude and excellent communication skills the following are competencies required for the role: Understanding of pasture and crop management Excellent stockmanship with 2 – 3 working dogs. Competent in general farm work and machinery maintenance....

A BIT ABOUT SOUTHERN CROSS DAIRY SHEEP… Southern Cross as a sister company and supplier to Maui Milk has been founded on passion, innovation and hard work. Both businesses are leaders in the emerging sheep dairy industry in New Zealand, bringing pure wholesome sheep milk products to the world. Established in 2015, Southern Cross Dairy Sheep includes the country’s leading genetic programme with a new, recognised breed of dairy sheep - Southern Cross™ and a supplier to Maui Milk of both milking ewes and milk.  Maui Milk has a rapidly expanding supply base with Danone and their foundation customer who are global leaders in childhood nutrition where their sheep milk is used in their Karicare™ brand of infant formula. For more information on Maui Milk please follow this link  www.mauimilk.co.nz THE OPPORTUNITY… Due to the expansion and success of Waikino, a Dairy 2IC is now required to assist the newly appointed Dairy Farm Manager and wider team. This is an exciting role...