Senior Shepherd - Deer & Beef

We are looking for a skilled and experienced Senior Shepherd to join our team at Peel Forest Estate. If you are passionate about working with livestock, have a strong background in farm operations, and thrive in a dynamic environment, this is an exciting opportunity to be part of a high-performing team in an exciting industry.

About Us: Peel Forest Estate is recognised as a New Zealand and Global leader in red deer genetics. The farm encompasses 2,800ha in the foothills of Mt Peel and runs 24,000 stock units, producing Velvet, Venison, and Trophy genetics.

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Key Responsibilities:

• Day-to-day livestock handling, including drafting, weighing, and drenching of all stock.
• Ensuring the highest level of care is taken when handling stock whether it be velveting, drafting, weighing, drenching, or moving stock.
• Recording and reporting of stock movements, administering of animal health treatments, and the receiving and use of farm supplies as directed in the farm and animal health plan.
• Implementing feeding programs and ensuring livestock nutrition and health are maintained year-round.
• Monitoring pasture management to meet key targets for optimal stock performance.
• Promoting a culture of health and safety across all farm activities.
• Demonstrating the values that Peel Forest is built on - loyalty, openness, authenticity, innovation, ownership, and family.

Qualifications and Skills:

To succeed in this role, you will bring: - Proven experience working with deer or other livestock in a similar farm environment is ideal. - Strong stock handling skills and a commitment to animal welfare. - Experience with pasture management and feeding regimes. - Be highly organised and planned. - Bring an attitude of continuous improvement. - Have at least two reliable working dogs.

Why join us?

• Be part of a high-performing team with a great culture and work-life balance.
• Work in a stunning rural location with world-class outdoor activities on your back doorstep including hunting, fishing, jet boating, and hiking.
• Competitive salary package.
• Shared accommodation with free wifi and subsidised power.
• Regular training and development opportunities to support your career.

If you’re a dedicated shepherd looking for a challenging and rewarding role on a progressive deer farm, we’d love to hear from you. To Apply: Please submit your CV and a cover letter. For more information about the role, phone Brendon Graham on 020 4185 6253 or email mailto:bg@pfe.nz