Stock Manager

  • Spring Park Farms
  • Mar 02, 2026

Job Description

Where:

Situated at the beginning of the Catlins - Spring Park Farm offers opportunity and lifestyle.

This family-owned business is 10 minutes from Balclutha, with a rural primary school close by and Kaka Point Beach at your doorstep. This is a well-developed farm with excellent infrastructure, fencing systems and farm tracks.

What:

We are looking for a Stock Manager but would also consider an experienced Shepherd looking to take the next step up to a management role. Our family run farm operates 5000 stock units, sheep and beef - breeding and finishing.

Who: Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:

A good understanding of livestock management and stockmanship

Have 2-3 working dogs under good control 

High standards of animal health and welfare

Experience with stock handling, drafting, weighing and shifting 

Capacity to work independently but would enjoy support from our family (which includes cheeky teenagers) and contractors when needed

Physically fit and a strong work ethic

A Full Driver's License

Why:

We would offer a competitive remuneration package

Strong employer support with career development and upskilling

Strong support systems with the owner who is willing to share knowledge

A Warm 4-bedroom house with sunny views of the Paretai

Work Vehicle 

If you are looking to further your career in the Sheep and Beef Industry, then this could be your next journey.

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