Job Description
Motukawa – Plimmer & Co Farms
Sheep & beef station – 2,000ha | 17,000su
Motukawa Station is seeking a reliable and hardworking shepherd to join our team, located just 15 minutes from Taihape on the Napier–Taihape Road.
This is a full-time, permanent position suited to someone who is a team player, takes pride in their stock work and wants to be part of a supportive, family-owned farming business.
THE ROLE
Your day-to-day duties will include:
Mustering and handling stock
General stock work and stock movements
Animal health treatments and routine animal husbandry
Riding a farm bike, with the option to work from horseback if desired
General farm maintenance
Working alongside the wider team to maintain high standards across the station
ABOUT YOU
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Minimum of 2 years’ shepherding experience
A good team of well-trained working dogs
A strong work ethic and positive attitude
A reliable and trustworthy nature
The ability to work independently while also being a strong team player
A commitment to health and safety
A current New Zealand driver’s licence
WHAT WE OFFER
Full-time, permanent employment
Shared accommodation in a 3-bedroom house
Internet provided
Remuneration to be discussed, depending on experience
Supportive team environment
The chance to work on a well-established sheep and beef station
Motukawa Station offers an excellent rural lifestyle, a strong and welcoming community, and easy access to local amenities.
If you’re looking for a rewarding role that offers variety, great support and the chance to develop your skills within a progressive farming business, we’d love to hear from you.
Please apply with your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and why you’d be a good fit for the role.
Applications close when the position is filled.
For further information, please contact Richard Minty on 027 891 3349 or email richard@plimmers.co.nz
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