Shepherd General

Job Description

Join a progressive, family-owned farming business located on a stunning 1,000ha coastal sheep and beef breeding property in the Rangitikei. We take immense pride in our entire process, marketing our lambs through our own branded ‘paddock to plate’ business. We are looking for a dedicated individual who shares our values of respect, integrity, and genuine pride in their work to join our team.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Execute high-level stockmanship and animal husbandry to ensure health and welfare of our sheep and beef stock.
  • Maintain property infrastructure through tidy, practical fencing and general maintenance tasks.
  • Work collaboratively within a positive team to uphold our high standards of production and care.
  • 3000 Romney Breeding Ewes & 300 Angus Breeding Cows

About You:

  • You have on-farm experience
  • You have strong skills in livestock handling and sheep & beef animal husbandry.
  • You are proficient in fencing and general property maintenance.
  • You demonstrate high attention to detail and a proactive approach to tasks.
  • You enjoy being a part of a motivated, positive team environment.
  • You hold a full driver’s licence and have New Zealand residency.

What’s in it for you:

  • A permanent, full-time position within a stable and growing business.
  • Recently redecorated 2-bedroom cottage provided. 
  • 20-minutes to Marton & Whanganui.
  • A healthy work-life balance with guaranteed time off farm.
  • A competitive renumeration package.
  • Deer shooting.

 Please send your CV to samredmayne14@gmail.com

 Applications close 25th October

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