Rural Directions
Helensville, Auckland, New Zealand
A BIT ABOUT WHENUANUI FARM… Whenuanui Farm is located 3 minutes’ drive from Helensville and is owned and actively farmed by Richard and Dianne Kidd. It is a 376ha sheep and beef farming operation, running approximately 1600 sheep and 250 breeding cows and supplies premium spring lamb to Countdown under the Kaipara Lamb brand. The farm business provides some synergies for managing resources of both machinery and labour during peak periods of seasonal activities across a 500 ha beef rearing and finishing farm 20 minutes away. The owners of this highly productive farming business take pride in maintaining and developing a sustainable farming business. For more information on Whenuanui please go to - www.whenuanuifarm.nz THE OPPORTUNITY… Due to the career progression of the incumbent the owners are seeking an experienced 2IC to join their team. Encompassing all aspects of farm work this role will enable you to demonstrate your strong stockmanship, general farm...
Jan 19, 2021
Full time
A BIT ABOUT WHENUANUI FARM… Whenuanui Farm is located 3 minutes’ drive from Helensville and is owned and actively farmed by Richard and Dianne Kidd. It is a 376ha sheep and beef farming operation, running approximately 1600 sheep and 250 breeding cows and supplies premium spring lamb to Countdown under the Kaipara Lamb brand. The farm business provides some synergies for managing resources of both machinery and labour during peak periods of seasonal activities across a 500 ha beef rearing and finishing farm 20 minutes away. The owners of this highly productive farming business take pride in maintaining and developing a sustainable farming business. For more information on Whenuanui please go to - www.whenuanuifarm.nz THE OPPORTUNITY… Due to the career progression of the incumbent the owners are seeking an experienced 2IC to join their team. Encompassing all aspects of farm work this role will enable you to demonstrate your strong stockmanship, general farm...
Brownrigg Agriculture
Poukawa, Hawke's Bay, New Zealand
Brownrigg Agriculture is a progressive farming business with operations across livestock and cropping, based 20 minutes south of Hastings, Hawke’s Bay. Our livestock business is centred around winter lamb finishing and Wagyu cattle breeding and finishing, complemented by a flexible bull beef policy. The key to our success is strong systems mixed with smart people, matching our land type to forages that unlock the potential of our Hawke’s Bay soils and climate. We are looking for a Senior Shepherd who takes pride in stockmanship and loves to get stuck in across the team. You will be a good communicator and have a positive, practical approach. To be successful in this role you will have: • At least four years sheep and beef farming experience; • A passion for finishing systems; • A good team of 3-4 working dogs; • A keen interest in managing pasture; • Strong stockmanship skills; • A willingness to embrace technology. In return, we offer: • Competitive...
Jan 19, 2021
Full time
Brownrigg Agriculture is a progressive farming business with operations across livestock and cropping, based 20 minutes south of Hastings, Hawke’s Bay. Our livestock business is centred around winter lamb finishing and Wagyu cattle breeding and finishing, complemented by a flexible bull beef policy. The key to our success is strong systems mixed with smart people, matching our land type to forages that unlock the potential of our Hawke’s Bay soils and climate. We are looking for a Senior Shepherd who takes pride in stockmanship and loves to get stuck in across the team. You will be a good communicator and have a positive, practical approach. To be successful in this role you will have: • At least four years sheep and beef farming experience; • A passion for finishing systems; • A good team of 3-4 working dogs; • A keen interest in managing pasture; • Strong stockmanship skills; • A willingness to embrace technology. In return, we offer: • Competitive...
Due to internal job progression we are seeking an enthusiastic Shepherd / General to join the Jericho Station team
Jericho station is a progressive 1400 ha sheep, beef and grazing property with an aggressive development program located 30 minutes from Te Anau. The property is roughly 2/3 steep hill country and 1/3 productive flat land, offering good dog and horse work coupled with more intensive finishing flats with excellent infrastructure.
Working alongside the farm owner, stock manager and handyman, this role predominantly comprises of stock work with some fencing/tractor/farm maintenance tasks included. Candidates require previous stock experience with well- mannered dogs, some general farm skills and most importantly an enthusiastic problem solving attitude.
The position includes a modern 3 bedroom home, excellent hunting, fishing and boating opportunities with Fiordland National Park as a boundary and a welcoming and socially- active community.
Please apply to...
Jan 18, 2021
Full time
Due to internal job progression we are seeking an enthusiastic Shepherd / General to join the Jericho Station team
Jericho station is a progressive 1400 ha sheep, beef and grazing property with an aggressive development program located 30 minutes from Te Anau. The property is roughly 2/3 steep hill country and 1/3 productive flat land, offering good dog and horse work coupled with more intensive finishing flats with excellent infrastructure.
Working alongside the farm owner, stock manager and handyman, this role predominantly comprises of stock work with some fencing/tractor/farm maintenance tasks included. Candidates require previous stock experience with well- mannered dogs, some general farm skills and most importantly an enthusiastic problem solving attitude.
The position includes a modern 3 bedroom home, excellent hunting, fishing and boating opportunities with Fiordland National Park as a boundary and a welcoming and socially- active community.
Please apply to...
Rural Directions
Franklin, Grafton, Auckland, New Zealand
A BIT ABOUT EVERGREEN AGRICULTURE
Evergreen Agriculture is farming 1100ha across a range of owned and leased properties in the North Waikato/Franklin region. The properties currently finish lambs, bulls and Wagyu steers and grow approx. 300ha of maize and also grass silage each year.
THE OPPORTUNITY…
Evergreen Agriculture has grown rapidly over the last 12 months and they are now looking for a Stock Manager to join their team. The key focus for this role is to assist the farm owners with the day to day management of the farming business.
Key responsibilities will include:
Stock Management
Pasture & Crop Management
Water & Infrastructure Management
The Stock Manager will be involved in key farm management decisions including the annual budget and farm plan.
A BIT ABOUT YOU…
Along with relevant agricultural experience and a passion for farming, you will need 2 – 3 good working dogs and the ability to:
Work hard with good self-drive and...
Jan 13, 2021
Full time
A BIT ABOUT EVERGREEN AGRICULTURE
Evergreen Agriculture is farming 1100ha across a range of owned and leased properties in the North Waikato/Franklin region. The properties currently finish lambs, bulls and Wagyu steers and grow approx. 300ha of maize and also grass silage each year.
THE OPPORTUNITY…
Evergreen Agriculture has grown rapidly over the last 12 months and they are now looking for a Stock Manager to join their team. The key focus for this role is to assist the farm owners with the day to day management of the farming business.
Key responsibilities will include:
Stock Management
Pasture & Crop Management
Water & Infrastructure Management
The Stock Manager will be involved in key farm management decisions including the annual budget and farm plan.
A BIT ABOUT YOU…
Along with relevant agricultural experience and a passion for farming, you will need 2 – 3 good working dogs and the ability to:
Work hard with good self-drive and...
NSK Farming Ltd is a family business which operates a large scale sheep, beef and cropping property of 4700 ha. At present we run 9500 ewes and 850 cows with replacements and generally finish all progeny.
The farm is located at Cattle Creek in the Hakataramea Valley which is 30 mins from the town of Kurow and just over an hour from Oamaru and Tekapo. We are close to several lakes, rivers ski fields and a well supported popular rugby club.
This job involves working along side our Stock manager.
The successful applicant will need to ;
* have a reliable team of dogs.
* have at least 2 years sheep and beef experience.
* have a high standard of stockmanship.
* be able to communicate well with others.
* be able to work independently and in a team situation.
We offer;
* lots of stock work.
* your own ute.
* new sheep and cattle yards.
* good accommodation [single or family]
* considerable contribution to vet bills.
* further training with outside providers....
Jan 09, 2021
Full time
NSK Farming Ltd is a family business which operates a large scale sheep, beef and cropping property of 4700 ha. At present we run 9500 ewes and 850 cows with replacements and generally finish all progeny.
The farm is located at Cattle Creek in the Hakataramea Valley which is 30 mins from the town of Kurow and just over an hour from Oamaru and Tekapo. We are close to several lakes, rivers ski fields and a well supported popular rugby club.
This job involves working along side our Stock manager.
The successful applicant will need to ;
* have a reliable team of dogs.
* have at least 2 years sheep and beef experience.
* have a high standard of stockmanship.
* be able to communicate well with others.
* be able to work independently and in a team situation.
We offer;
* lots of stock work.
* your own ute.
* new sheep and cattle yards.
* good accommodation [single or family]
* considerable contribution to vet bills.
* further training with outside providers....
Colewin Farm's
South Waikato District, Waikato, New Zealand
New South Waikato sheep milking Venture - 650 sheep year one. Looking for a suitable person to assist owners with this new venture. Experience with sheep management would be an advantage, but other farming skill would be considered. Good location, with an opportunity to progress in this industry.
Jan 08, 2021
Full time
New South Waikato sheep milking Venture - 650 sheep year one. Looking for a suitable person to assist owners with this new venture. Experience with sheep management would be an advantage, but other farming skill would be considered. Good location, with an opportunity to progress in this industry.
Caberfeidh is a 5,300 ha (effective) breeding and finishing farm located in the Hakataramea Valley, wintering approximately 30,000su and peaking at over 40,000su. It runs 500 Angus cows and 15,000 Headwater ewes and their replacements, as well as a large finishing and trading operation.
Caberfeidh has 1500ha of Hill and the rest is flat to medium hill country which includes 485ha of Irrigation.
For the right person, this role could lead into further areas of responsibility.
The ideal applicant will have:
3+ years’ experience working as a shepherd in New Zealand
An interest in lamb/cattle finishing and developing your feed management skills.
A team of competent working dogs.
Planning and communicating skills.
Excellent work ethic.
Self-motivation and a willingness to learn.
A willingness to embrace technology.
Team player.
This is a great opportunity for you to join a high functioning team. You will be exposed to managing a high performing ewe...
Jan 06, 2021
Full time
Caberfeidh is a 5,300 ha (effective) breeding and finishing farm located in the Hakataramea Valley, wintering approximately 30,000su and peaking at over 40,000su. It runs 500 Angus cows and 15,000 Headwater ewes and their replacements, as well as a large finishing and trading operation.
Caberfeidh has 1500ha of Hill and the rest is flat to medium hill country which includes 485ha of Irrigation.
For the right person, this role could lead into further areas of responsibility.
The ideal applicant will have:
3+ years’ experience working as a shepherd in New Zealand
An interest in lamb/cattle finishing and developing your feed management skills.
A team of competent working dogs.
Planning and communicating skills.
Excellent work ethic.
Self-motivation and a willingness to learn.
A willingness to embrace technology.
Team player.
This is a great opportunity for you to join a high functioning team. You will be exposed to managing a high performing ewe...
Otematata Station is looking for a professionally minded stock manager. This is a newly created position that will work as part of the management team, as the station moves through a generational change and progresses into the future. This management team will consist of the new stock manager, the owners and the stock manager on Awakino Downs (A support property near Kurow).
Otematata Station is a family run business that has a history extending 120 years. We run a Merino flock of 29,000 sheep as well as 500 cattle consisting of Hereford and Angus breeds across some 40,000 hectares of Upper Waitaki high country.
We are looking for someone to embrace the high country lifestyle we know and love, as well as adopting a modern mind-set to the current farming environment. Being able to work and articulate well to the 8 permanent members of the team is a must. As the stock manager the responsibilities will include the day to day management of staff and implementation of the stock...
Jan 03, 2021
Full time
Otematata Station is looking for a professionally minded stock manager. This is a newly created position that will work as part of the management team, as the station moves through a generational change and progresses into the future. This management team will consist of the new stock manager, the owners and the stock manager on Awakino Downs (A support property near Kurow).
Otematata Station is a family run business that has a history extending 120 years. We run a Merino flock of 29,000 sheep as well as 500 cattle consisting of Hereford and Angus breeds across some 40,000 hectares of Upper Waitaki high country.
We are looking for someone to embrace the high country lifestyle we know and love, as well as adopting a modern mind-set to the current farming environment. Being able to work and articulate well to the 8 permanent members of the team is a must. As the stock manager the responsibilities will include the day to day management of staff and implementation of the stock...
Gisborne, NZ
We’re hiring! We are looking for a Shepherd General to join our team.
The ideal candidate will have:
At least 2 years experience in a Shepherd role
An experienced and capable team of dogs
Great initiative and ability to work independently and as part of a team
Keen attitude and willingness for involvement in the various aspects of our farming operation including cropping
Understanding and commitment to health and safety
If you think you are a suitable candidate for the role please apply on the NZ Farming Jobs website or for confidential enquiries you can contact our People & Safety Advisor on 0275689945.
Dec 22, 2020
Full time
Gisborne, NZ
We’re hiring! We are looking for a Shepherd General to join our team.
The ideal candidate will have:
At least 2 years experience in a Shepherd role
An experienced and capable team of dogs
Great initiative and ability to work independently and as part of a team
Keen attitude and willingness for involvement in the various aspects of our farming operation including cropping
Understanding and commitment to health and safety
If you think you are a suitable candidate for the role please apply on the NZ Farming Jobs website or for confidential enquiries you can contact our People & Safety Advisor on 0275689945.
Rimanui Farms
Taihape-Napier Road, Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand
Rimanui Farms Ltd has an opportunity for a farm Technician working across our three Taihape Stations. These are progressively managed, large scale sheep and beef cattle breeding and finishing operations, located on the Napier-Taihape road.
In this role you will make use of your technical knowledge of livestock production, pasture and crop agronomy and soil fertility, to collect and analyse data to support the management of the farms. The challenge of the role is in translating the data collected into information to support farm management decision making.
This is an interesting role that provides exposure to many aspects of the farm business and require you to work closely with forward thinking farm managers and staff. You will also be required to assist with some farm administration.
The ability to work independently, use your initiative and keep up with current research and technology will be critical to being a successful Farm Technician. You will report to the Taihape...
Dec 10, 2020
Full time
Rimanui Farms Ltd has an opportunity for a farm Technician working across our three Taihape Stations. These are progressively managed, large scale sheep and beef cattle breeding and finishing operations, located on the Napier-Taihape road.
In this role you will make use of your technical knowledge of livestock production, pasture and crop agronomy and soil fertility, to collect and analyse data to support the management of the farms. The challenge of the role is in translating the data collected into information to support farm management decision making.
This is an interesting role that provides exposure to many aspects of the farm business and require you to work closely with forward thinking farm managers and staff. You will also be required to assist with some farm administration.
The ability to work independently, use your initiative and keep up with current research and technology will be critical to being a successful Farm Technician. You will report to the Taihape...
Locmaria Farms Pty Ltd
Naracoorte South Australia, Australia
Locmaria Farms is a prime lamb producer based 25kms from Naracoorte, South Australia on the South Australian/Victorian Border. We value our people and safety is Locmaria Farms highest business priority. We are an organisation that challenges prevailing assumptions and are driven by science-based research.
Established in 2014, Locmaria Farms sustainably grazes 1700 Ha, including 130 Ha of pivot and Lateral irrigation, under a rotational cell grazing system. Over the next 4 years the current 13,000 merino/ first cross ewes will simultaneously be grown to 25 000 ewes and converted to a self-replacing Primeline composite flock.
The role forms part of the operation team which reports to the General Manager.
What we offer
An organisation which values its people and holds safety as its highest business value.
Our operations team currently consists of between 8 and 10 people with various skills and experience.
The opportunity to gain experience working under our...
Dec 05, 2020
Full time
Locmaria Farms is a prime lamb producer based 25kms from Naracoorte, South Australia on the South Australian/Victorian Border. We value our people and safety is Locmaria Farms highest business priority. We are an organisation that challenges prevailing assumptions and are driven by science-based research.
Established in 2014, Locmaria Farms sustainably grazes 1700 Ha, including 130 Ha of pivot and Lateral irrigation, under a rotational cell grazing system. Over the next 4 years the current 13,000 merino/ first cross ewes will simultaneously be grown to 25 000 ewes and converted to a self-replacing Primeline composite flock.
The role forms part of the operation team which reports to the General Manager.
What we offer
An organisation which values its people and holds safety as its highest business value.
Our operations team currently consists of between 8 and 10 people with various skills and experience.
The opportunity to gain experience working under our...
Glencairn is seeking to employ an experienced Senior Shepherd to work alongside the Farm Manager in all aspects of the day to day running of the operation. This role requires a capable person who will work both independently and as part of the wider team to achieve the farm plan. We support career progression with a supportive owner and management team.
920ha sheep and beef property, running approximately 8,000su located 25kms from Tuakau.
4,000 breeding ewes, with all lambs finished, as well as a dedicated Bull fattening unit.
The property is well resourced, with laneways, tracks and good equipment.
Side by sides and horses are used for stock work.
If you have 4-5working dogs under good control, have some experience in stock management and looking to move up the ladder we would like to hear from you.
In return we offer a competitive remuneration and benefits package, including a tidy cottage.
We offer a safe work environment and progressive culture.
Please send...
Nov 26, 2020
Full time
Glencairn is seeking to employ an experienced Senior Shepherd to work alongside the Farm Manager in all aspects of the day to day running of the operation. This role requires a capable person who will work both independently and as part of the wider team to achieve the farm plan. We support career progression with a supportive owner and management team.
920ha sheep and beef property, running approximately 8,000su located 25kms from Tuakau.
4,000 breeding ewes, with all lambs finished, as well as a dedicated Bull fattening unit.
The property is well resourced, with laneways, tracks and good equipment.
Side by sides and horses are used for stock work.
If you have 4-5working dogs under good control, have some experience in stock management and looking to move up the ladder we would like to hear from you.
In return we offer a competitive remuneration and benefits package, including a tidy cottage.
We offer a safe work environment and progressive culture.
Please send...
The Opportunity
We are looking for an exceptional Farm Manager to lead our team this coming 2021/22 season, on our family-owned sheep milking farm , located 5 minutes from Te Awamutu, in the Waikato.
The ideal candidate is an experienced farm manager with extensive dairy experience who is looking to embark upon a new challenge in a growing industry for New Zealand. We are looking for someone who is ready to tackle this new venture with passion and enthusiasm.
Our farm is dynamic and fast paced. For the upcoming 2021/2022 season we will be milking up to 850 dairy ewes inside a newly converted herringbone milking parlor, rearing almost 1,000 lambs and managing up to 200 beef. The farm is 95 hectares and is well established with good infrastructure and good facilities.
The Role
The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5 years farm management experience. You will be expected to oversee the day-to-day farming operations, provide exceptional team leadership,...
Jan 20, 2021
Full time
The Opportunity
We are looking for an exceptional Farm Manager to lead our team this coming 2021/22 season, on our family-owned sheep milking farm , located 5 minutes from Te Awamutu, in the Waikato.
The ideal candidate is an experienced farm manager with extensive dairy experience who is looking to embark upon a new challenge in a growing industry for New Zealand. We are looking for someone who is ready to tackle this new venture with passion and enthusiasm.
Our farm is dynamic and fast paced. For the upcoming 2021/2022 season we will be milking up to 850 dairy ewes inside a newly converted herringbone milking parlor, rearing almost 1,000 lambs and managing up to 200 beef. The farm is 95 hectares and is well established with good infrastructure and good facilities.
The Role
The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5 years farm management experience. You will be expected to oversee the day-to-day farming operations, provide exceptional team leadership,...
