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Fencing Offsider – Full Time / Short Term Opportunities Lott Fencing is looking for a motivated Fencing Offsider to join our team. We work across a wide range of fencing projects throughout southern and central NSW, Australia . This role is a great way to see parts of Australia while working , gain hands-on experience, and learn valuable new skills in the fencing industry. We operate with modern, well-maintained equipment to get the job done efficiently and safely. What we offer: All food and accommodation provided $30–$40 per hour depending on experience + superannuation Long hours available – 60–70 hours per week on average over summer Opportunity for permanent employment Also open to applicants looking for short-term (a few months) work About you: Physically fit , reliable , and willing to work long hours Ready to work in outdoor conditions...

Two farm hands are wanted for a minimum 12-month commitment to assist with the pre-seeding and cropping program on our mixed-enterprise, family-run farm. You will be working closely with our team to deliver efficient outcomes, focused on safety, teamwork, and quality. Duties will include (but are not limited to): Operating seeding, spraying, and harvest machinery General farm duties Sheep and cattle husbandry Maintaining vehicles, machinery, and farm infrastructure What’s included: Work vehicle On-farm house Competitive hourly rate Some meals provided during busy work periods This position is best suited to someone who: Has previous farm experience (preferred but not essential) Holds a full driver’s licence Can work well in a team and autonomously when required Is neat, tidy, and takes pride in their work Ideal start date: Mid-February 2026 If you’re looking for a hands-on role in a supportive environment and want to be part of a busy...

WHERE SJ Pastures is a forward-thinking dairy farming business that operates the Monowai Dairy Farm, located 25 minutes south of Taupō in the Rangitaiki area. The 370-hectare property has been fully refurbished, including modernised housing with double glazing and insulation, and a completely rebuilt 60-aside herringbone milking shed with new yards. The farm currently milks around 650 cows, aiming to increase to 900 next season, with plans to install automatic cup removers. Major infrastructure upgrades include new fencing, laneways, machinery, and a modern water system, with a central laneway connecting all paddocks to the milking shed. As the redevelopment nears completion, SJ Pastures offers an opportunity to join an inclusive team focused on refining production practices and aligning cow numbers with the enhanced infrastructure.                                  WHAT As the 2IC you will work closely with the Farm Manager in daily operations and need...

·         Located in Waiwhare, 50km from Hastings, in a safe, welcoming rural community. ·         Be part of a team-focused, inclusive farm where learning and growth are valued. ·         Enjoy a family-friendly farm with systems designed for work-life balance. WHERE SJ Pastures is a progressive 450ha dairy farm near Hastings, featuring a 250ha milking platform and dedicated feed unit. Run by Contract Milkers Jeremy and Sheree for three seasons, the farm operates a high-efficiency, largely self-sufficient system with modern infrastructure and machinery, including a composting barn producing 400-600 tonnes annually. Producing around 20t/ha of feed each year, including 130ha of lucerne under cut-and-carry, the farm milks year-round and has excellent laneways ensuring a maximum 15-minute walk to the shed. The system balances strong production with a healthy work-life balance.                           WHAT Willowford offers an...

JOB DESCRIPTION Kokopuru Station is owned and run by the Tweedie Family – a diverse Sheep and Beef business located in the Northern Hawkes Bay district of Tutira, approximately 45 mins from Napier. It is home to the progressive Hallmark Angus Stud. Kokopuru Station has a total area of 1337ha (1005ha effective) ·         11,000 Stock units wintered. ·         500 stud females calving. ·         2500 ewes lambed (terminal system). ·         All lambs finished with some additional lambs and steers traded. It can be described as ‘not your average stud farm’. Ewes and cows are run in large mobs and shifted on rotation. The steep high country is challenging, farmed in big blocks, and the easier, lower country is well subdivided. The property provides great mustering opportunities that require a strong team of dogs. The variety of work is huge and involves both the intense detail of individual animal identification and having the ability to...

WHERE Te Hou Farms Limited is a large-scale dairy farming business located 15km west of Bulls in the Rangitikei District. The ownership is shared between Ngā Wairiki Ngāti Apa Developments (two-thirds) and Ātihau Whanganui Incorporation (one-third). The farm comprises 1,324 hectares across two adjoining properties, including a 530ha irrigated dairy unit and the remainder used for cropping and drystock. Operating as a closed farming system, the business milks 1,650 cows at peak with split calving. Cows calve on the 900ha drystock unit before returning to the dairy platform. WHAT Te Hou Farms Limited is a progressive dairy farming operation, seeking a motivated individual to step into the Unit Manager role. Te Hou is a high performing dairy unit, and the successful candidate must have 7 years in the dairy industry with 2 of these years in a previous large scale 2IC or management role. Working closely with the Operations Manager, you will support the...

🐑 Shepherd General – East Otago 🐑 Stoneburn Station is a family-owned sheep and beef station covering 4,900ha in East Otago, approx. 1 hour from Dunedin and Oamaru. The farm runs around 12,500 stock units, including a Suffolk Stud, with ongoing growth and development. We’re looking for an honest, reliable Shepherd General to work alongside the owner. The role requires: Strong stockmanship A well-trained dog team Confidence with tractors and farm machinery Experience with fencing and general farm maintenance What’s on offer: 🏡 Modern 3-bedroom home with wetback, firewood supplied & great views 💰 Competitive remuneration package 🦌 Excellent deer and pig hunting on the property 🏫 Macraes Moonlight School 20 mins away (door-to-door bus) 🏉 Active Young Farmers & Rugby Club in Middlemarch (30 mins) 📧 Apply by emailing your CV and cover letter to stoneburnstation@hotmail.com 📞 For more info, contact James on 027 308 6655 ⏰...

Shepherd / General Position Otamauri Station – Hastings, Hawke’s Bay Otamauri is a 1000ha family-owned sheep and beef property located 40 km west of Hastings. We are seeking a reliable and trustworthy person to join our team and assist our highly regarded Farm Manager with the day-to-day running of the property. About the Farm: ·       Breeding ewes – all to terminal sire ·       Trade lambs ·       Beef heifer finishing What We’re Looking For: ·       Minimum 2 years’ farming experience ·       At least two well-trained dogs under good command ·       High level of stockmanship – stock work will be a major part of the role ·       Ability to use Farm IQ for recording ·       Good understanding of general farm maintenance What We Offer: ·       Tidy 3-bedroom cottage with internet in a great location ·       Competitive wage package ·       Work alongside a progressive and supportive Farm Manager...

General Farm Hand Location:  Mangaohutu Station – 45km southwest of Taumarunui Employment Type:  Full-time Reports to:  Farm Owner/Manager About Mangaohutu Station Mangaohutu Station is a 1,700-hectare hill-country farm in the Central North Island, part of a family network of five farms. We maintain high farming standards and a strong team ethic. This role works closely with the farm manager and values initiative and thoughtful support to achieve farm goals. Farm Features Land Composition: o   70 ha flat to rolling o   1,430 ha hill country o   200 ha bush and scrub ·        Six-stand woolshed (approx. 3,000 night pen, fully covered) ·        Multiple cattle and sheep yards (including covered and combination yards) ·        Satellite sheep yards ·        Shearers’ quarters and single man’s quarters near the woolshed ·        Mail delivery 5 days/week ·        Primary and secondary schooling in...

TKO FARMING is a mixed farming business located 135km from Esperance in the Cascade & Munglinup region in Western Australia, Australia. We are seeking a Full Time Permanent Experienced Farm Hand to join our team. This role will see you working across a diverse enterprise of 6,000ha cropping and ~5,000 sheep, with responsibilities spanning cropping operations, livestock, and managing casual staff. You'll be joining a supportive team with a mix of experienced long-term employees and 2nd year trainee. Machinery is modern CASE with up-to-date technology. ·        About you: o   Candidates must have a minimum of 3-4 years of farm hand experience. o   Experience with both cropping and livestock operations is essential for this role. o   Team leader experience in managing casual staff is required. o    Australian / New Zealand citizenship is required. o   Non-smoker (required for accommodation and workplace); o   Willing to assist with...

Toronui Station Partnership is a family owned and operated Sheep and Beef Business located in the renowned Tutira district of Hawke’s Bay (Approximately 1 hour from Napier and 20 mins from Lake Tutira). With a total area of 2800 hectares (2100 effective and including a long term lease) Toronui is currently running approximately 16,500 stock units.  This includes approximately 8,000 Romney/Romdale breeding ewes and replacements and 830 Angus cows and replacements.  Lambs are finished or sold store as the season allows, with weaner steers all sold and surplus heifers carried through for an additional 12 months. Being located on the Maungaharuru Range, the property varies in altitude and contour.  It is generally summer safe and winter feeding is enhanced with a swede crop and pasture renewal programme. The overarching business aims are to produce quality stock which is sought after in the market, while maintaining a superior asset in the land and...

Stock Manager/ 2IC – Sheep & Beef Farm 📍 Wharekopae District, Gisborne Mutuera Station is a 1,000 ha hill country sheep and beef farm located in the Wharekopae district of Gisborne. We are seeking a keen, motivated, and ambitious Stock Manager to oversee the day-to-day livestock operations of the business. The property runs approximately 9,500 stock units , consisting of Romney ewes, traditional breeding cows, and a decent cattle trading operation. The farm itself consists of medium hill country and runs to a maximun height of 700m. A tidy three-bedroom home is included as part of the package. The Rere school bus comes within 300m of the front gate. Remuneration will reflect the successful applicant’s experience and skill level. The Role This position involves responsibility for the daily management of livestock, working closely with the owner to plan and implement farming operations. Key Responsibilities Daily livestock management and planning stock...

Machinery / General Farm Operator Silverton Pastoral Ltd Manawatu – 15 minutes from Feilding Silverton Pastoral Ltd is seeking a motivated Machinery / General Farm Operator to join our family-owned farming operation located near Feilding in the Manawatu. About the Business: The business operates across two properties: Halcombe – 820 ha Cheltenham – 300 ha Both farms run a mixed livestock and cropping system, integrating arable rotations with sheep trading. Annually, 450–550 ha of arable crops are planted, including: Spring & winter wheat Spring barley Peas Maize Forage crops Trading lambs are a significant component of the operation through autumn and winter. Silverton Pastoral prides itself on developing a sustainable and efficient farming system. Livestock and cropping are closely integrated, with each complementing the other. The business operates under minimal tillage practices, across varied soil types and mixed contours, providing both challenge...

We are on the lookout for someone with experience to join our Drystock team. This role is to support the manager in all things stock, grazing, and farm maintenance. This is a new role as a result of our Drystock operation expanding. Woodstock Farming is based on the North Side of the Waimakariri Gorge, 15 minutes from Oxford.   We operate a large dairy and beef farm comprising of 3,000 Dairy Cows and 350 beef cows, mainly Angus with some dairy beef, building up to calving 600 beef cows annually. The Drystock unit is responsible for taking on 750 weaned heifer calves and growing them out to deliver back to dairies as in calf 2 year olds, 220 weaned jersey bull calves taken through to 15 month olds, 100 weaned dairy beef calves taken through to finishing, dairy carry over cows along with all things beef where season dependant we finish all stock. The team also assists with calf rearing on an as needed basis during the peak of calving. The Drystock unit is 900ha effective of...

R & M Borrie Ltd Job Vacancy due to Retirement Due to a long term member of staff retiring we are on the search for a new full time staff member. With a flexible start time. We are a multi farming operation ranging from calving 3000 dairy cows, young dairy stock, bull finishing, sheep and beef. Doing our own baleage, ag work, earthworks etc. The position is either a drive in position or there is a 5 bedroom home available for the right person. A work ute is included with the job. The main yard is located 10 mins northwest of Oamaru at Papakaio. The person we are looking for to fill this position first and for most must be honest and reliable. Must have NZ residency and a current drivers license. This position is mainly machinery/engineering orientated. With possibly of small amount of stock work. 5 day work week(apart from the odd weekend in busy season. Job key points * Be able to work alone and be a part of a team *Heavy traffic license an...

Looking for a change? Want to take your shepherding skills to the next level and grow your farming career? Mount Linton Station in Western Southland is looking for a shepherd to join the team. The 12,145ha station stretches from easy rolling country through to high country at the foothills of the Takitimus and runs both large-scale Romney and Angus breeding alongside commercial operations. Ideally, you’ll have a few well-trained dogs and some shepherding experience, but we’re happy to consider less experienced people with the right attitude. The station has a reputation for supporting its staff, with genuine opportunities to progress within the operation. You’ll get hands-on experience with the latest farm technologies and on-farm training delivered by rural professionals. There’s a strong focus on dog handling and training, so you’ll have plenty of time developing your skills in all areas of shepherding. Fully found position with shared accommodation,...

Join Our Machinery Team Do you have a can-do attitude, enjoy a role with variety, love working outdoors, and want to be part of an industry with real growth potential? We are on the lookout for Machinery Specialist's! About us  We construct and manage world-class kiwifruit orchards—and we love it! Based in the Western Bay of Plenty, Baygold is a progressive business built around the values of Care, Inspire, Grow, Perform. We’re proud to grow not just fruit, but potential. Key Responsibilities As a   Machinery Specialist   based at our head office in Pongakawa, you’ll play a vital role in supporting orchard operations. Our machinery team operates   Monday through Sunday , working approximately   five 9-hour days each week , depending on weather conditions. In this role, you’ll be responsible for a wide range of tasks related to machinery operation, servicing, and support, helping ensure the orchard runs efficiently and safely. Mowing, mulching, operating...

Located in the rural district of Hororata, Canterbury, 45 minutes from Christchurch. The dairy unit has good infrastructure, and a supportive Business Manager. Opportunity to grow production from pasture-in through to milk-out. WHERE Rimanui Farms Limited is a large-scale farming business operating four dairy farms and a runoff block in the Hororata region of Canterbury. The farms have been extensively developed and are managed by a high-performing team of Farm Managers, supported by a Business Manager. The company also runs sheep and beef cattle farms across the North Island. This 250ha Hororata dairy unit winters 1,000 cows and milks 950, supported by full irrigation and the potential to grow up to 19 tonnes of feed per hectare. It has strong infrastructure, including new races, an automated 60-bale rotary shed, and operates under the Synlait Lead with Pride programme, requiring accurate and timely recording and reporting....

Our clients require an experienced block manager to work alongside them on their 3,350ha sheep and beef properties located in Middle Valley, 10 minutes from Fairlie, Mackenzie. We are looking for a capable and motivated block manager to run the 500ha property wintering 2,200 ewes, 80 cows and 300 trade cattle, alongside supporting with operations on the other properties running a total of 13,000SU. The successful applicant will have the following key attributes –   The ability to complete farm tasks to a high standard that aligns with the farm plan in an efficient and timely manner.     Proven previous experience in the management of sheep and cattle along with the knowledge required to manage feeding levels both pasture & supplement and adjust were necessary in accordance with farm policy and target stock condition. A good understanding & knowledge of animal health, and routine tasks relating to this i.e. drenching, vaccinating etc.   Has the ability to...

Senior Shepherd/Couple   A position has become available at Cattle Flat Station for a motivated and experienced person or couple.  We are a family owned and operated property located in the Matukituki Valley 20 minutes from Wanaka.    We run 20,000+ SU   - Red deer 60% - Hereford cattle 20% - Romdale sheep 20%   A competent team of dogs is required as the position is 85% stock work.    A very tidy 3 bed + office home is available with school bus at the gate along with a competitive remuneration package with reviews. The area offers an abundance of recreational activities.    Work available for partner to work alongside you in the day to day operations.    The position comes with responsibilities and expectations to promote growth in your career with the possibility to move into a stock mangers role for the right candidate. It is an ideal position for someone wanting to progress in farming....