14 jobs found in new zealand

Join a progressive, family-owned farming business located on a stunning 1,000ha coastal sheep and beef breeding property in the Rangitikei. We take immense pride in our entire process, marketing our lambs through our own branded ‘paddock to plate’ business. We are looking for a dedicated individual who shares our values of respect, integrity, and genuine pride in their work to join our team. Key Responsibilities: Execute high-level stockmanship and animal husbandry to ensure health and welfare of our sheep and beef stock. Maintain property infrastructure through tidy, practical fencing and general maintenance tasks. Work collaboratively within a positive team to uphold our high standards of production and care. 3000 Romney Breeding Ewes & 300 Angus Breeding Cows About You: You have on-farm experience You have strong skills in livestock handling and sheep & beef animal husbandry. You are proficient in fencing...

Experienced Shepherd — Your Own Area of Responsibility ·       Country living just 15 minutes from Hastings ·       Practical stockmanship backed by modern farming technology ·       A supportive, progressive team with room to learn and grow   Put your stockmanship to work in a role with variety, your own area of responsibility and a great Hawke’s Bay lifestyle. Kinburn Farming Limited is looking for an experienced shepherd to join our team in Poukawa, combining hands-on livestock work with modern technology in a progressive farming business.   You’ll be part of a supportive team working to a clear, systemised plan, with the opportunity to build your skills and take on increased responsibility. Alongside practical stock work, you’ll gain hands-on exposure to fully integrated Halter cattle wintering and finishing systems, FarmIQ and Farmax feed allocation—bringing stockmanship and technology together to achieve outstanding results....

SHEPHERD GENERAL Full-Time Permanent | Tukituki Valley, Hawke’s Bay 🇳🇿ONLY APPLICANTS WITH VALID NEW ZEALAND WORKING VISA OR RESIDENTS WILL BE CONSIDERED. 🇳🇿 Karaka Farms is looking for a reliable, capable and motivated Shepherd General to join our team. Karaka Farms is a privately owned sheep and beef farming operation located in the beautiful Tukituki Valley, approximately 20 minutes south of Havelock North. We farm across Karaka Farm and Gumtree Gate, with an additional lease block, running approximately 3,200 breeding ewes, 600 replacement hoggets and 570 cattle, alongside our developing shedding-sheep stud. We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, has good stockmanship and wants to be part of a well-run, progressive farming operation. THE ROLE This is a varied, hands-on position working closely with our Farm Manager, Fanie Erasmus. The role is approximately 60% stock work and 40%...

An opportunity has become available for the role of Stock Manager at Manuwai Station, located at Nuhaka, approximately halfway between Gisborne and Wairoa and within easy reach of Mahia. Manuwai is a 1,250 hectare sheep and beef property running approximately 12,500 stock units, including 450 breeding cows, 250 fattening cattle and 3,700 breeding ewes, along with an angus Stud operation The property is a well-resourced farming business with a strong focus on livestock performance, pasture management and ongoing improvement of the farming operation. The successful candidate will take responsibility for the day-to-day livestock operations.  There is an opportunity to have genuine input into stock policies and management decisions, bringing fresh ideas and challenging existing practices with the aim of improving farm performance. If the candidate has interest there is an opportunity to be involved in the Angus stud operation and further develop knowledge of stud...

Head General Position The position of Head General has become available at Puketoro Station on the East Coast, North Island. Background McNeil Farming Ltd is an extensive farming business based north of Gisborne on the East Coast. Puketoro Station, as part of McNeil Farming Ltd, is an 8675ha hill country sheep and beef Station located one hour inland from Tokomaru Bay. We are a progressive operation and are continuously looking at ways to increase production and profitability.   There are 10-12 full time staff on the Station. Job requirements: -          Experienced with a variety of fencing work (Conventional and Electric) -          Experienced with machinery on hill country -          Reliable and Enthusiastic with a high output, positive work ethic -          Works well in both a team environment and independently -          Capable of organising and training other staff members -          Well organised and forward thinking -...

Lagoon Hill Station is a 1000ha property situated 25min from Martinborough We are a small close-knit operation, with passion. It is predominately med to steeper hill country with 130ha of cultivatable flats Currently running 7000 SU, Angus Cattle and Romney, Coopworth Ewes with a hybrid influence underway Lambs are sold at on farm Lamb Sale in Dec, with some specialist finishing taking place going forward We are currently going through a programme of changes to better fit our goals Though the position will involve a high percentage of stock work, there will be other normal farm duties required to be completed If you are a high achiever and driven individual willing to further develop ALL aspects of farming this is for you We are more than willing to explain our goals and help develop your skills around Feed Budgeting, Genetics, Fertilizer, Crops and more including an understanding of financial targets and Budgets You will be working alongside the manager and...

Ready for a change of scenery? Come south and join the Mount Linton team. Mount Linton is looking for an enthusiastic Shepherd to join our experienced stock team on one of New Zealand’s largest sheep and beef stations. Ideally, you’ll have a couple of years’ shepherding experience and around four capable working dogs , but attitude, work ethic and a willingness to learn are just as important. This is a stock-focused role , with our specialised ag team taking care of cultivation, fencing, weed control and vehicle maintenance so our shepherds can focus on working stock. What we offer Accommodation and meals provided PPE gear allowance Internet and Sky TV Ongoing training and development Veterinary care and comprehensive insurance for working dogs Private hunting and fishing Great sporting opportunities, including tennis, cricket and local rugby Genuine opportunities to take on more responsibility and progress About...

R & R Precision Spreading is currently seeking an enthusiastic operator to join our team in a full-time, permanent role.  The role involves operating our 200hp Fendt tractor fitted with a specialist 3-point linkage Kverneland spreader with 3-axle trailer for fert cartage, to apply nutrients to crop, sheep, beef and dairy farms throughout the Mid-Canterbury region.  R & R Precision Spreading is a family-owned business operating in Methven. We specialise in the application of nutrients for our valued primary producers throughout the region. At R&R we pride ourselves on providing our clients with exceptional service, while providing a great working environment for our team. Attributes we are looking for: Minimum Class 2 licence, with a willingness to progress to Class 4 or 5. Practically minded with great attention to detail. Reliable and motivated. Strong work ethic with a focus on quality and customer service. Committed...

Keinton Combe is a 780ha Sheep and Beef operation located 10 minutes from Waiau or 1hr 50 minutes North of Christchurch. The hill country property currently runs 3000 Romney Breeding ewes as well as 800 Hoggets and 150 Angus/Hereford cows. Aiming to finish 2000 of the works lambs annually. We also trade cattle and aim to winter 8500su.  We are looking for a motivated young person with a good attitude, who is wanting to progress in the agricultural industry. Ideally you will:  Be honest, reliable, have a positive attitude and a sense of humour. Be able to work alone and in a team. Have one or more years’ experience. Have at least one huntaway and one heading dog under good command. Have an interest in training your dogs. Be able to communicate and report to the farm manager. Be able to record farm information on Resolution and work to on-farm health and safety standards. Have a NZ Drivers license. Be a NZ resident....

An intermediate/ head shepherd general position has become available on our 700ha property in Omakau. Our farm offers a great working environment, a wide range of jobs, plenty of opportunity to learn new skills and the potential to move into a stock manger roll. This is a full-time position, starting the beginning of October 2026. We are a family owned and operated farm. We farm ewes, finish lambs and beef cattle, graze   young dairy stock and have over 300ha of arable. The property is well maintained with pivot and Kline irrigation, halter, state of the art cattle yards and sheep facilities, near new tractors, side by side, quad bikes and modern implements. Omakau and the surrounding areas offer access to great outdoor activities including lakes, hunting, fishing, four wheel driving, a variety of local sports clubs, biking and walking trails.   The successful applicant will - *   have two working dogs under good command *   have the ability to work...

We’re looking for a reliable and practical General Farm Worker to join our sheep, beef and cropping operation in South Canterbury. This is a varied, full-time role suited to someone with 2–3 years’ farming experience. Duties include: • Sheep and cattle work • Tractor and machinery operation • Cropping, cultivation and drilling • Irrigation operation and maintenance • Fencing, repairs and general maintenance • Feeding out and stock water maintenance The successful applicant will be confident working with stock and machinery, able to work independently, reliable and willing to get stuck in. A full NZ driver licence is required. NZ Residents Only. Full-time permanent position. Accommodation is available. Remuneration will be based on experience. To apply, please send your CV to Jamescromie@ymail.com  outlining your experience and availability or call James on 0273563430

Looking for plenty of hours over spring and early summer? We’re after an experienced tractor driver from mid October to mid January for cultivation, cropping, drilling, topping and spraying. ✅ Modern machinery with GPS ✅ Plenty of work available ✅ No set roster – as much work as you want ✅ Flexibility to take time off when it suits ✅ Accommodation and meals available if required ✅ Competitive package based on experience ✅ Possibility of work through to Autumn, if required/or for the right applicant Local? You’re welcome to drive in each day. Interested? Contact Ben Peter, Ag Manager – 021 779 311 or email your CV to agmanager@mountlinton.co.nz Feel free to share!

Experienced shepherd Drysdale is 2500 ha of medium to steep hill country 25km west of Hunterville run in conjunction with 400 ha finishing block at Halcombe. We run a very simple stock system targeting high performance sheep with clear cut stock performance targets and a dry stock beef operation purchasing 2yo Steers and finishing them as 3yo. Stock are mostly set stocked so there is minimal weekend work and no supplementary feeding. Work is a 50/50 split of horse and bike.   The successful applicant will require. 2+ years’ experience A good team of 4-6 good dogs under good command. Horse experience would be an advantage, also training can be supplied. A good attitude, sense of humour. In return we will supply. A fun and positive work environment, great team to work with. We make sure to celebrate our successes and take time to get off farm as a team.   Competitive renumeration package.  Paid overtime.  A warm, 2-...