10 jobs found in new zealand

Koanui Polled Herefords is looking for a capable seasonal shepherd to help during the busy calving, lambing, and mating period from July to October. You will be based at Pukekura Station. About the Role Based at Pukekura Station on Middle Road, Poukawa, just 20 minutes from Havelock North, this fixed-term role offers the chance to gain hands-on experience during a busy and rewarding season. ·         Calving 250 two-year-old registered Hereford heifers ·         Lambing 1,400 easy-care ewes ·         Supporting the team through a high-demand period from July to October Benefits ·         $25–$35 per hour pay rate, depending on experience ·         On-farm accommodation is available with power included ·         Five meals per week provided for the successful applicant ·         $50 per month phone allowance. Who this Role would suit We’re looking for an enthusiastic person who is keen to build experience with calving,...

Experienced Shepherd General – Ferniehurst Station, North Canterbury  If you enjoy quality hill-country stock and dog work, and being part of a progressive farming business, we’d love to hear from you. Ferniehurst Station is a 1,800-hectare sheep and beef operation in North Canterbury, offering varied day to day work, genuine opportunities for growth and development, as well as an outstanding rural lifestyle. Start date: Start of August, but can be flexible. About the farm: The station runs approximately 9,500 stock units, including: ·         4,500 breeding ewes ·         1,200 hogget replacements ·         190 breeding cows ·         50 heifer replacements ·         Approximately 150 trading cattle The property includes 1,200 hectares of steep hill country with significant areas of native forest and scrub, 300 hectares of rolling hill country, and 300 hectares of flats. Key Responsibilities Carry out all...

JOB DESCRIPTION SHEEP & BEEF MANAGER – STEP INTO MANAGEMENT San Rosa – Strathmore, Taranaki Join our team at San Rosa, part of the Gavin Jordan family farming business. The property is approximately 400 hectares effective sheep & beef property, ranging from flat to steep terrain, located inland from Stratford, Taranaki. We are running a breeding-focused sheep and beef operation, wintering approximately: · 2,000 ewes · 200 in-calf Angus cows · 300 rising one-year cattle --- The Opportunity: We are looking for a positive, capable and hardworking individual to join us as a Station Manager. This role will suit either: · Someone ready to step up into their first management position, or · An experienced manager looking for a solid, well-supported farming operation The role involves taking responsibility for the day-to-day running of the farm, while continuing to build skills in management and decision-making. --- The successful applicant...

We are seeking an experienced shepherd general to assist with the running of our sheep and beef farm. The farm is located in Eastern Southland. We run 4250 breeding ewes and 100 trading cattle on 557ha of rolling improved pasture. We are seeking an honest, reliable employee who has some previous experience working with sheep and beef. The ideal candidate will have a strong work ethic, be able to work unsupervised and have good communication skills. Preference will be given to someone with a full driver’s licence and a working team of dogs. Applicants must have New Zealand working rights. There is no accommodation on farm. However, we are just 15 minutes from Gore and 10 minutes from Mataura. We will offer a competitive rate based on experience. Please send your CV and two references to humphriesfarm2018@gmail.com or contact Jared if you have any questions on 027 208 9456.

Shepherd General – Sheep & Beef Farming Operation We are looking for a motivated Shepherd General to join our Sheep & Beef farming operation, located just 15 minutes from Masterton . The role is based across two properties totalling 1500ha, running: 6000 ewes 230 cows Store/finishing lambs What We Offer Tidy 3-bedroom house with log fire School bus at the gate Competitive wage Meat and firewood provided Great work location Supportive and hardworking team environment Requirements Minimum 2–3 broken-in dogs Fencing skills Honest and reliable Team player Minimum restricted driver licence NZ residency or valid work visa Please send your CV and two references to: 0277476854 Hamish  hamishmalcolmk@icloud.com

Mōkai, Taupō | Large-scale drystock |Machinery, fencing & farm maintenance Waipapa Group is seeking a capable and reliable Tractor Driver / Fencer General to support the effective running of its drystock operation across Ōtānepae Station and Waipapa Station. Together, these properties form part of Waipapa Group’s 3,000ha drystock platform, within a broader 7,000ha integrated farming business spanning sheep and beef, dairy grazing, four dairy farms and forestry. This is a practical, hands-on role suited to someone who takes pride in quality workmanship, enjoys variety, and can work independently while still being part of a wider farm team. Located around 25 minutes northwest of Taupō, the area offers an excellent balance of rural living and town convenience. Set amongst native bush and open farmland, the role provides the opportunity to work in a unique and varied farming environment, while remaining close to the lake, hot pools, mountain biking, schooling,...

The Hillcrest Group is on the search for an experienced Dairy/Beef Drystock Manager to join  their business. The drystock farm plays an important part in supporting the wider farming  business through providing high quality heifers to the dairy farm, wintering its cows and  creating value through a beef operation.   Reporting to the farm owners, this is an exciting opportunity to put your skills to the test with  the autonomy to get the job done knowing support from the farm owners and wider business  is there when you need it.    Big on family values, this is a well-established farming business that looks after its people  which is reflected in this role previously bring held for 6 years, our General Farmhand/Fencer  has been with us for 14 years. The Hillcrest group proudly run a self-contained system and  are progressive in their farming practices.    The Farm:  • 650ha effective.  • Carrying 380 R2 heifers and 380 R1 heifers.  • Finishing Friesian bulls 400, 200 which are...

About Us We are seeking a motivated and experienced Fencer/General to join our team on a 1500ha station in a prime location, approximately 20 minutes from Mahia, 20 minutes from Wairoa, and 50 minutes from Gisborne. The area offers excellent recreational opportunities, with outstanding fishing and hunting right on your doorstep. The property is under new ownership and management and is currently undergoing significant development, particularly in fencing and infrastructure. This is a genuine opportunity to be part of a major redevelopment and help shape a large-scale station into a high-performing operation. About the Role You will work alongside and report directly to the Station Manager, while coordinating with other staff and contractors. This is a hands-on role with a strong focus on fencing and infrastructure development. Duties Include: 1. New fencing and subdivision 2. Repairs and maintenance fencing 3. Infrastructure development 4. Operating farm...

Exciting opportunity to join a family run farm based in the scenic Hakataramea Valley.  Located 10 minutes out of Kurow township, Viewfield Farm is a Sheep and Beef (Merino & Romney, Angus & Charolais) breeding, finishing and cropping operation. We strive to maximise production and productivity alongside following the best practices of animal welfare and land management. To support this, we have recently introduced Halter within our herd to improve time efficiency and pasture utilisation. The Role Working closely alongside the farm owner, this role offers plenty of variety. Daily tasks will include: General animal husbandry Operating tractors and farm machinery Fencing and general farm maintenance A wide range of day-to-day farm duties across the operation The ideal candidate will have: A minimum of 5 years’ experience in general farm work, including fencing and machinery operation 2–3 working dogs under good command The ability to work...

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-...