Stock Manager

Located in Paparoa, Olgino Station is a 290hec hill country beef farm.

The farm has undergone significant improvements in the last year to become a wonderful farm with excellent infrastructure. The property is well-resourced with new cattle yards, races and a completely rebuilt water supply and storage solution. The owners provide an excellent work culture and value their people.

We are now looking for a Stock Manager to manage the day-to-day duties on the farm, expected to take about 37 hours a week.

This role involves:

·         Being responsible for the livestock and farm on a day to day basis.

·         Daily checking on grass, water and supplementary feeding.

·         The general wellbeing of stock is a critical priority.

·         Planning and implementing grazing rotations.

·         Animal health and welfare, including an animal health plan, drenching etc.

·         Communicating with Stock Agent regarding general stock management.

·         Water reticulation – checking all troughs are not leaking and have water in them.

·         Fences – Checking electric fencing for voltage, repairing if necessary to keep voltage high.

·         Planning and organising the planting of additional crops – both spring and autumn crops.

·         Organising surplus grass in spring into bailage (approx. 300 round bales).

·         Reporting and meeting monthly with our team.

The ideal candidate will need:

·         Farming experience as a farm manager or stock manager.

·         To be a strong stockperson, with a good team of 2-4 working dogs.

·         Their own accommodation.

·         A reliable vehicle.

·         Good pasture and crop management knowledge.

·         To be physically fit and able.

·         Strong communication skills, highly organised and well planned.

·         To adhere to health and safety policies.

·         A willingness and an eagerness to learn.

·         The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

·         To pass pre-employment checks including passing a drug and alcohol test.

·         The right to work in New Zealand or hold a valid NZ Work Visa.

If this sounds like you and you want to work in a progressive farming business, then please apply now.

Remuneration package will be discussed on application.