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...
Feb 25, 2021
Full time
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...
Hakataramea Station
Hakataramea Valley, Kurow, New Zealand
Hakataramea Station is a 30,000SU sheep, beef and deer unit situated in the playground of the Hakataramea Valley. Surrounded by lakes, rivers and mountains means loads of outdoor activity options for you to enjoy after a days work. Our a family owned business has a large scale irrigation and stock water scheme development underway and we are looking for someone to join our team of six.
Fencing, installation and maintenance of reticulated stock water system and general farm repairs and maintenance will be the main focus of the position. Some occasional stock work when required. The successful applicant will need to work both independently and as part of a team.
In return Hakataramea Station can offer you;
Single shared person’s quarters / power / lunches during the week
Good social community with opportunities for fishing, hunting, squash, netball, rugby and more
Situated only 20 minutes from service town of Kurow
Enquires and applications to:
Richard...
Feb 19, 2021
Full time
Hakataramea Station is a 30,000SU sheep, beef and deer unit situated in the playground of the Hakataramea Valley. Surrounded by lakes, rivers and mountains means loads of outdoor activity options for you to enjoy after a days work. Our a family owned business has a large scale irrigation and stock water scheme development underway and we are looking for someone to join our team of six.
Fencing, installation and maintenance of reticulated stock water system and general farm repairs and maintenance will be the main focus of the position. Some occasional stock work when required. The successful applicant will need to work both independently and as part of a team.
In return Hakataramea Station can offer you;
Single shared person’s quarters / power / lunches during the week
Good social community with opportunities for fishing, hunting, squash, netball, rugby and more
Situated only 20 minutes from service town of Kurow
Enquires and applications to:
Richard...
A BIT ABOUT LONGRIDGE DEER PARK…
Rural Directions is excited to bring to the market the position of Farm Manager on Longridge Deer Park, a very well established and appointed 425ha property, located 17km from Balclutha. Longridge encompasses a 1500su deer velveting and finishing operation, across 250ha and is complemented by approximately 1000su beef cattle and 1000su ewes and finishing lambs. This property with excellent infrastructure is an integral part of the larger farming business and adds value by way of finishing sheep and cattle along with providing specialist velvet and trophy herd replacement deer to the owner’s other property at Lake Hawea.
THE OPPORTUNITY…
The role of the Farm Manager is to look after all operational aspects of the business including feed budgeting, reporting, environmental and contractor management, all while working with the owner to execute the annual farm plan and strategy. It is an expectation that the Manager’s record keeping skills...
Feb 12, 2021
Full time
A BIT ABOUT LONGRIDGE DEER PARK…
Rural Directions is excited to bring to the market the position of Farm Manager on Longridge Deer Park, a very well established and appointed 425ha property, located 17km from Balclutha. Longridge encompasses a 1500su deer velveting and finishing operation, across 250ha and is complemented by approximately 1000su beef cattle and 1000su ewes and finishing lambs. This property with excellent infrastructure is an integral part of the larger farming business and adds value by way of finishing sheep and cattle along with providing specialist velvet and trophy herd replacement deer to the owner’s other property at Lake Hawea.
THE OPPORTUNITY…
The role of the Farm Manager is to look after all operational aspects of the business including feed budgeting, reporting, environmental and contractor management, all while working with the owner to execute the annual farm plan and strategy. It is an expectation that the Manager’s record keeping skills...
Big Hill Station
1066 Big Hill Road, Kereru, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand
Big Hill Station
Big Hill Station is a 2,700Ha hill country sheep and beef farm in the Kereru district 35 minutes West of Hastings, Hawkes Bay.
There is around 2,000Ha effective with the remainder being native bush. The contour ranges from medium to steep hill country with a small proportion of easy cultivatable land and is worked in conjunction with 2 other properties closer to Hastings.
We have a nucleus flock/herd 7,300 Romney ewes and 300 Angus breeding cattle. This is complemented by trading and fattening lambs and cattle.
We are looking for a keen person to join our young team. Someone who is passionate about farming, has good work ethic and a willingness to learn. It is also essential to have a good sense of humour.
The role would be to work in with the general and operations manager with all day-to-day tasks on farm. Most of the job would involve stock work including mustering, yard work with both sheep and cattle as well as all other aspects of animal husbandry....
Feb 11, 2021
Full time
Big Hill Station
Big Hill Station is a 2,700Ha hill country sheep and beef farm in the Kereru district 35 minutes West of Hastings, Hawkes Bay.
There is around 2,000Ha effective with the remainder being native bush. The contour ranges from medium to steep hill country with a small proportion of easy cultivatable land and is worked in conjunction with 2 other properties closer to Hastings.
We have a nucleus flock/herd 7,300 Romney ewes and 300 Angus breeding cattle. This is complemented by trading and fattening lambs and cattle.
We are looking for a keen person to join our young team. Someone who is passionate about farming, has good work ethic and a willingness to learn. It is also essential to have a good sense of humour.
The role would be to work in with the general and operations manager with all day-to-day tasks on farm. Most of the job would involve stock work including mustering, yard work with both sheep and cattle as well as all other aspects of animal husbandry....
We are looking for an experienced machinery operator to join our family owned Agricultural Contracting business based in the Ida Valley, Central Otago.
We specialise in:
Agricultural Spraying & Spreading
ONE System spreading
Umbilical slurry applications + Muck spreading
Our ideal team member would have proven experience and confidence in driving the latest machinery and also have the ability to work alone with logistical responsibilities. The ideal candidate must also have -Full License -A good sense of humour! -Be flexible with seasonal workload demands.
Renumeration is flexible depending on experience and performance. This is a great opportunity in an exciting part of the agricultural industry offering advanced crop protection services.... Come join us!!
Please call James Pyle for more information 027 447 9822
Feb 09, 2021
Contractor
We are looking for an experienced machinery operator to join our family owned Agricultural Contracting business based in the Ida Valley, Central Otago.
We specialise in:
Agricultural Spraying & Spreading
ONE System spreading
Umbilical slurry applications + Muck spreading
Our ideal team member would have proven experience and confidence in driving the latest machinery and also have the ability to work alone with logistical responsibilities. The ideal candidate must also have -Full License -A good sense of humour! -Be flexible with seasonal workload demands.
Renumeration is flexible depending on experience and performance. This is a great opportunity in an exciting part of the agricultural industry offering advanced crop protection services.... Come join us!!
Please call James Pyle for more information 027 447 9822
A BIT ABOUT GLENCAIRN…
Glencairn is a 920ha sheep and beef property, running approximately 8,000su, located 25kms from Tuakau. The property was acquired by the Kelliher Charitable Trust in February 2014. Glencairn carries 4,000 breeding ewes, with all lambs finished, as well as a dedicated Bull finishing unit. The property is well resourced, with laneways, tracks and good equipment.
THE OPPORTUNITY…
Glencairn is seeking to employ an experienced Senior Shepherd to work alongside the Farm Manager in all aspects of the day to day running of the operation. The role will require you to take lead with the stock management, animal health, and preparation for shearing and docking/weaning; side by sides and horses are used for stock work. With a supportive owner and management team the farm supports career progression.
A BIT ABOUT YOU…
This role requires a capable person who will work both independently and as part of the wider team to achieve the farm plan. Ideally you will...
Feb 05, 2021
Full time
A BIT ABOUT GLENCAIRN…
Glencairn is a 920ha sheep and beef property, running approximately 8,000su, located 25kms from Tuakau. The property was acquired by the Kelliher Charitable Trust in February 2014. Glencairn carries 4,000 breeding ewes, with all lambs finished, as well as a dedicated Bull finishing unit. The property is well resourced, with laneways, tracks and good equipment.
THE OPPORTUNITY…
Glencairn is seeking to employ an experienced Senior Shepherd to work alongside the Farm Manager in all aspects of the day to day running of the operation. The role will require you to take lead with the stock management, animal health, and preparation for shearing and docking/weaning; side by sides and horses are used for stock work. With a supportive owner and management team the farm supports career progression.
A BIT ABOUT YOU…
This role requires a capable person who will work both independently and as part of the wider team to achieve the farm plan. Ideally you will...
Rural Directions
Makaretu Road, Ashley Clinton, New Zealand
A BIT ABOUT PUNAWAI FARM…
Punawai Farm is a historic Central Hawke’s Bay property, situated on State Highway 50, 20 minutes from Waipukurau. It is a 500ha breeding and cropping property, run by the Farm Manager who has been employed at Punawai for a number of years and lives on the property.
THE OPPORTUNITIES…
The owners are wanting to fill two positions:
Groundsperson/General Hand - This full time position will involve approximately 2 days a week assisting the Farm Manager and 3 days a week maintaining the extensive gardens and grounds of the homestead.
Homestead Manager - This is a 10 hour/week (minimum) position, that consists of doing essential housework at the owner’s homestead and some gardening.
A BIT ABOUT YOU…
It is essential for both roles that you are reliable and trustworthy and you will need to have an interest and knowledge of trees and gardens and take a high level of personal pride and presentation in your surroundings.
Farming...
Feb 03, 2021
Full time
A BIT ABOUT PUNAWAI FARM…
Punawai Farm is a historic Central Hawke’s Bay property, situated on State Highway 50, 20 minutes from Waipukurau. It is a 500ha breeding and cropping property, run by the Farm Manager who has been employed at Punawai for a number of years and lives on the property.
THE OPPORTUNITIES…
The owners are wanting to fill two positions:
Groundsperson/General Hand - This full time position will involve approximately 2 days a week assisting the Farm Manager and 3 days a week maintaining the extensive gardens and grounds of the homestead.
Homestead Manager - This is a 10 hour/week (minimum) position, that consists of doing essential housework at the owner’s homestead and some gardening.
A BIT ABOUT YOU…
It is essential for both roles that you are reliable and trustworthy and you will need to have an interest and knowledge of trees and gardens and take a high level of personal pride and presentation in your surroundings.
Farming...
Brownrigg Agriculture
Poukawa, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand
Brownrigg Agriculture is a progressive farming business with operations across livestock and cropping, based 20 minutes south of Hastings, Hawke’s Bay. Our livestock business is centred around winter lamb finishing and Wagyu cattle breeding and finishing, complemented by a flexible bull beef policy. The key to our success is strong systems mixed with smart people, matching our land type to forages that unlock the potential of our Hawke’s Bay soils and climate. We are looking for a Senior Shepherd who takes pride in stockmanship and loves to get stuck in across the team. You will be a good communicator and have a positive, practical approach. To be successful in this role you will have: • At least four years sheep and beef farming experience; • A passion for finishing systems; • A good team of 3-4 working dogs; • A keen interest in managing pasture; • Strong stockmanship skills; • A willingness to embrace technology. In return, we offer: • Competitive...
Jan 19, 2021
Full time
Brownrigg Agriculture is a progressive farming business with operations across livestock and cropping, based 20 minutes south of Hastings, Hawke’s Bay. Our livestock business is centred around winter lamb finishing and Wagyu cattle breeding and finishing, complemented by a flexible bull beef policy. The key to our success is strong systems mixed with smart people, matching our land type to forages that unlock the potential of our Hawke’s Bay soils and climate. We are looking for a Senior Shepherd who takes pride in stockmanship and loves to get stuck in across the team. You will be a good communicator and have a positive, practical approach. To be successful in this role you will have: • At least four years sheep and beef farming experience; • A passion for finishing systems; • A good team of 3-4 working dogs; • A keen interest in managing pasture; • Strong stockmanship skills; • A willingness to embrace technology. In return, we offer: • Competitive...
Colewin Farm's
South Waikato District, Waikato, New Zealand
New South Waikato sheep milking Venture - 650 sheep year one. Looking for a suitable person to assist owners with this new venture. Experience with sheep management would be an advantage, but other farming skill would be considered. Good location, with an opportunity to progress in this industry.
Jan 08, 2021
Full time
New South Waikato sheep milking Venture - 650 sheep year one. Looking for a suitable person to assist owners with this new venture. Experience with sheep management would be an advantage, but other farming skill would be considered. Good location, with an opportunity to progress in this industry.
Otematata Station is looking for a professionally minded stock manager. This is a newly created position that will work as part of the management team, as the station moves through a generational change and progresses into the future. This management team will consist of the new stock manager, the owners and the stock manager on Awakino Downs (A support property near Kurow).
Otematata Station is a family run business that has a history extending 120 years. We run a Merino flock of 29,000 sheep as well as 500 cattle consisting of Hereford and Angus breeds across some 40,000 hectares of Upper Waitaki high country.
We are looking for someone to embrace the high country lifestyle we know and love, as well as adopting a modern mind-set to the current farming environment. Being able to work and articulate well to the 8 permanent members of the team is a must. As the stock manager the responsibilities will include the day to day management of staff and implementation of the stock...
Jan 03, 2021
Full time
Otematata Station is looking for a professionally minded stock manager. This is a newly created position that will work as part of the management team, as the station moves through a generational change and progresses into the future. This management team will consist of the new stock manager, the owners and the stock manager on Awakino Downs (A support property near Kurow).
Otematata Station is a family run business that has a history extending 120 years. We run a Merino flock of 29,000 sheep as well as 500 cattle consisting of Hereford and Angus breeds across some 40,000 hectares of Upper Waitaki high country.
We are looking for someone to embrace the high country lifestyle we know and love, as well as adopting a modern mind-set to the current farming environment. Being able to work and articulate well to the 8 permanent members of the team is a must. As the stock manager the responsibilities will include the day to day management of staff and implementation of the stock...
