Richdale Farm Ltd

Shepherd General – Sheep & Beef Breeding / Finishing Richdale Farm. We are looking for a Shepherd General to join our family-owned business. The property is 660ha, located at Conical Hill, 25 minutes north of Gore and 10 minutes south of Tapanui. The farm ranges from river flats to steep tussock country and winters: 5,000 high-performing MA ewes 1,250 hogget replacements ( half mated ) 80 Angus breeding cows 100 R1 and R2 cattle The Role The main responsibilities include: Stock work Tractor work including mowing, cultivation and feeding out. General farm maintenance including fencing  etc The Ideal Candidate Will Have: A positive attitude and strong work ethic 2–3 years’ farming experience 2–4 working dogs under good command Good stock sense and confidence working with both sheep and cattle Physical fitness and willingness to work hard Confidence operating modern side-by-sides, tractors, and machinery Ability to work both independently and within a small team...