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Brownrigg Agriculture

Brownrigg Agriculture is one of the largest farming agribusinesses in New Zealand.  We produce a range of natural farm produce of excellent provenance.

Privately owned by brothers David and Jonathan Brownrigg, the business is based in the highly productive region of Hawke’s Bay.  With a farming platform of over 10,000 hectares of freehold and leasehold land.

In its chosen niche markets of squash, prime lamb and cattle, Brownrigg Agriculture is a leading producer in world terms.

Mar 12, 2026
Full time
Shepherd
Brownrigg Agriculture Poukawa, Hawke's Bay Region, New Zealand
We are looking for a motivated Shepherd to join our Puketio Farm. Puketio is part of Brownrigg Agriculture’s 5,500ha livestock platform. The 1,170ha farm finishes lambs, bulls and runs Angus breeding cows on the steeper hill country. The role offers the chance to be part of a small, motivated team of four but have support from the wider business around you offering genuine progression opportunities. Key responsibilities will include: Stock work across lamb, bulls, and breeding cows Shifting and grazing management across varied country Animal health treatments and monitoring performance Supporting pasture and forage management General farm maintenance Reporting to the Farm Manager of Puketio, this hands-on role is suited to someone with a couple of years’ practical farming experience who is confident working both independently and as part of a team. You’ll be supported by a Farm Manager who is committed to helping you continue to grow and develop. Ideally, you...