23 farm manager jobs found

Rewa Rewa Station is a 1,000ha hill country breeding property (650ha effective) in an active growth and development phase. Alongside the traditional sheep and beef operation, the farm runs an on-farm wool mill producing yarn and fabric from a purpose-bred coloured flock, and welcomes visitors year-round through farm stays, craft days, and guided tours. We’re looking for an experienced Farm Manager to take full operational leadership of the sheep and beef side of the business as it continues to develop and modernise. The Operation 650ha effective of mostly steep Wairarapa hill country, running: • 2,400 Romney breeding ewes plus replacements  • 110 Angus breeding cows plus replacements  • 350 coloured sheep — Corriedale, Polwarth, and Gotland breeds, farmed specifically for fibre • A small number of alpacas and cashmere goats Farm records and day-to-day management are run through FarmIQ. Business planning and setting performance targets is carried out in conjunction...

Clarke & Megan Horrell run this family-owned business, in Waikaia, Northern Southland. The operation is on 720hectares of predominantly flat land and includes 5500 Romney, Coop, Texel breeding ewes, 1800 hoggets, finishing 85% of lambs & breeding own replacements, trading beef cattle and wintering dairy cows. It’s a hands-on operation where pride is taken in good stockmanship, well kept infrastructure, and doing the basics well. Our focus is on strong production and profitability while maintaining a practical, sustainable and consistent work environment to achieve a well-balanced lifestyle. Duties will include, but are not limited to the following : Moving stock, shifting breaks, setting up grazing paddocks and general stock observation. General yard work All seasonal farm work including shearing, lambing, tailing etc Stock movement within the farm and on the road Fencing, maintaining water pipes and troughs. Tractor work, cultivation...

Onenui Station is a 1800ha Sheep and Beef farm on the Mahia Peninsula, Northern Hawkes Bay. We are looking for a full time Fencer/General who can join our current team of 3 full time staff. You will work alongside the Farm Manager, a Shepherd and another Fencer General but must be able to work independently and with a team when needed. We are looking for someone hardworking and motivated with experience in all fencing including new fencing with the use of a tractor and rammer. There will also be a certain amount of repair fencing, weed spraying, water reticulation and tractor work. During busy times of the year you will be required to help with yard work.  A tidy 3-bedroom house is supplied on farm. Diving, fishing and Hunting at doorstep. To apply email Logan McClelland at onenui@gisborne.net.nz with cv and references or phone 0278441712. 

Lone Star Farms is seeking a motivated Shepherd to join the team at Caberfeidh Station, a 5,300ha (effective) breeding and finishing operation in the Hakataramea Valley. This high-performing farm winters around 30,000 stock units, peaking at over 40,000 SU, and includes 720 Angus cows, 13,500 Headwaters ewes and replacements, plus a significant trading and finishing enterprise. This role would ideally suit someone in the early stages of their farming career who is looking to further develop their stockmanship, leadership skills, and long-term career opportunities within a progressive farming business. Ideally, you will have: • 1–3 years' practical shepherding experience • A proactive approach to health and safety • A capable team of well-mannered dogs • Strong stockmanship and attention to detail • Good communication skills • A willingness to learn and develop your skillset • A strong work ethic and positive attitude • The ability to work well within a...

Experienced Shepherd General – Ferniehurst Station, North Canterbury  If you enjoy quality hill-country stock and dog work, and being part of a progressive farming business, we’d love to hear from you. Ferniehurst Station is a 1,800-hectare sheep and beef operation in North Canterbury, offering varied day to day work, genuine opportunities for growth and development, as well as an outstanding rural lifestyle. Start date: Start of August, but can be flexible. About the farm: The station runs approximately 9,500 stock units, including: ·         4,500 breeding ewes ·         1,200 hogget replacements ·         190 breeding cows ·         50 heifer replacements ·         Approximately 150 trading cattle The property includes 1,200 hectares of steep hill country with significant areas of native forest and scrub, 300 hectares of rolling hill country, and 300 hectares of flats. Key Responsibilities Carry out all...

Seeking a motivated Stock Manager to lead from the front on a well-resourced, large-scale farming operation. Located on State Highway 5, approximately 25 minutes south of Taupō. Committed to investing in their people through ongoing training and development. Work in a supportive team environment focused on learning and shared success.   Your Future Workplace Rimanui Farms Limited is a large-scale farming business with sheep, beef, and dairy operations across New Zealand. The company is focused on improving farm performance, protecting the environment, and developing its people, with strong leadership, resources, and stakeholder support guiding its long-term success. Otamatea Station is a 2,500ha, highly developed all-dairy grazing and bull beef finishing property located 25 minutes from Taupō. Part of the Rimanui Farms portfolio, the farm winters approximately 32,500 stock units, including dairy grazers, bulls, ewes, and a stud ewe...

Mōkai, Taupō | Large-scale drystock |Machinery, fencing & farm maintenance Waipapa Group is seeking a capable and reliable Tractor Driver / Fencer General to support the effective running of its drystock operation across Ōtānepae Station and Waipapa Station. Together, these properties form part of Waipapa Group’s 3,000ha drystock platform, within a broader 7,000ha integrated farming business spanning sheep and beef, dairy grazing, four dairy farms and forestry. This is a practical, hands-on role suited to someone who takes pride in quality workmanship, enjoys variety, and can work independently while still being part of a wider farm team. Located around 25 minutes northwest of Taupō, the area offers an excellent balance of rural living and town convenience. Set amongst native bush and open farmland, the role provides the opportunity to work in a unique and varied farming environment, while remaining close to the lake, hot pools, mountain biking, schooling,...

Central Plateau | 25 minutes from Taupō | 7,000ha integrated farming business Ōtānepae Station is a 1,350ha breeding and finishing property located just 25 minutes northwest of Taupō, offering an excellent balance of rural living and town convenience. Set amongst native bush and open farmland, Ōtānepae offers a peaceful lifestyle while remaining close to the lake, hot pools, mountain biking and the wider outdoor opportunities Taupō is known for. The area also provides access to quality schooling, nearby school bus pick-up, and a wide range of sports and activities for children in Taupō. For partners or family members, Taupō offers strong employment opportunities across tourism, trades, retail, hospitality, education and professional services. Ōtānepae forms part of Waipapa Group’s wider 7,000ha integrated farming business, spanning sheep and beef, dairy grazing, four dairy farms and forestry. As part of this diverse agribusiness, the Stock Manager will work closely with...

Lake House “ Lake House” Tasmania is a family owned farming business in the Northern Midlands of Tasmania, farming 700ha. The fully irrigated property grows a wide range of crops from; W heat, Barley, Canola, C arrot S eed, Chicory, G rass S eed, F resh P eas, P oppies and P otatoes. We run 2500 ewes for fat lamb production as well as trading , agistment dairy support with halter collars and dairy grazing throughout the year on weight gain contracts. As the Farm Worker you will be working alongside our farm manager, and you will have a keen interest in farming, be willing to learn, be able to work independently and take sole charge at times. You will work alongside the Farm Manager and pride yourself on very high work standards.  You will enjoy working in a small team and demonstrate good communication skills, reliability and honesty.   The farm has invested in modern machinery and facilities...

With the business continuing to grow and develop we are looking for an Experienced Shepherd to join the team at Flagstaff Station. You’ll get to work across a diverse landscape on this farm, from high country to rolling hills and productive river flats. Flagstaff Station Holdings is a progressive farming business established in 2023, farming 3,500ha across two diverse properties in Northern Southland. We run 28,000 stock units of sheep, beef, deer, and cereal cropping, with operations split between our high-country farm Flagstaff Station in Athol, and Tower Ridge, an intensive finishing block near Balfour. Key duties include: General day-to-day stock work across all our stock classes – sheep, beef and deer Mustering and dog work Grazing management and pasture monitoring Stock movements and seasonal operations General farm maintenance and infrastructure upkeep We are looking for someone who: Has 5+ years dry stock farming experience. Has sound livestock...

An exciting opportunity has become available within a large family-owned Wairarapa business which offers diversity and scale. Wairio is a 1300ha sheep and beef finishing farm located 10-15mins from Featherston and Martinborough. Wairio consist of 2300 ma ewes finishing 18000 lambs 600 Bulls 400 steers and heifers (All Cattle are farmed with Halter) All stock are sourced from the wider Business We are currently seeking a motivated Stock Manager that has experience in sheep and beef finishing. The Stock Manager works closely with the farm Operations Manager in planning, coordinating livestock systems to achieve agreed production and financial targets.  Key Responsibilities: • Implement livestock management plans in line with overall farm objectives and  monitor livestock performance • Assist in planning stocking policies, feed budgets, and seasonal livestock strategies. • Plan, coordinate, and carry out daily livestock activities...

Looking for your next challenge? Combine top stockmanship, horsemanship and leadership at iconic Smedley Station. Enjoy the lifestyle and community of Tikokino, Hawke’s Bay. Excellent opportunity to further develop your leadership & management skills. Join one of NZ’s leading cadet training farms with a strong industry reputation. Your Future Workplace Established through a bequest from Josiah Howard in 1919, Smedley Station was gifted to the Crown to operate as a commercial farming enterprise while providing practical farming training for young people. Today, Smedley is recognised as a leading training farm focused on developing the next generation of skilled farmers.   The station is administered by the Public Trust, with guidance from the Howard Estate Advisory Board on farming operations and the cadet training programme. Located in Tikokino, Central Hawke’s Bay, Smedley spans 5,600ha (3,400ha effective), winters approximately 30,000 stock...

Build your career as Stock Manager in a hands-on role, riding hill country, leading livestock performance, and taking real ownership. Located 35 minutes from Taihape, with easy access to recreational activities. Build a long-term career with genuine growth & responsibility opportunities. Horseback mustering in challenging hill country will help develop your skills. Your Future Workplace Koeke Estate is a progressive, family-owned sheep and beef farm located at the top of the Pohonui Valley. The 1,450ha property consists mainly of steeper hill country and operates a mixed sheep and cattle system at an average stocking rate of 9.8 SU/ha. It is well presented with quality infrastructure, including good yards, stables, and well-maintained facilities that support efficient operations. The business also leases additional lamb finishing blocks in Hawke’s Bay and is professionally managed with a strong focus on performance and continuous improvement....

Enjoy the opportunity to work independently while being backed by a capable and knowledgeable infrastructure team. Located just 25 minutes from Taupō with excellent outdoor recreation nearby. Enjoy autonomy while being supported by a skilled and experienced team. Diverse mixed farming system, modern machinery & well-established infrastructure.   Your Future Workplace Rimanui Farms Limited is a large-scale farming business operating sheep and beef farms throughout the North Island, alongside dairy farms and support land in the South Island. The company is committed to farm development, financial performance, environmental stewardship, and investing in its people. Supported by experienced Farm Managers, strong stakeholder backing, and strategic oversight from an Advisory Board, Rimanui Farms continues to grow and improve its operations. Lochinver and Otamatea Stations are managed as one integrated farming enterprise, spanning 13,800 hectares with...

We are looking for a young enthusiastic shepherd to join us and assist us in running our property.  You would be working along side our stock manager undertaking a wide variety of farm tasks. Mainly stock work but assisting in farm maintenance and tractor driving as required. We are a 10000 stock unit sheep, beef and dairy heifer grazing property in western southland. We run 5000 ewes and 700 cattle aiming to finish our progeny on farm.  We have modern tidy machinery and aim to take pride in our farm and stock. We are looking for someone with 2-3 years of experience in the sheep and beef industry that would be competent in working as part of team or be able to work unsupervised.  The applicant must have 2-3 working dogs. Accommodation would be shared in modern 2 bedroom cottage. If you have a keen attitude and willingness to upskill yourself  in the sheep and beef industry give us a shout.  John Broughton on 0273273689 or Paul Stirling on...

Lead a high-performing Angus operation on iconic King Island, Australia - hands-on leadership, strong team culture and career growth. King Island – one of Australia’s most unique & productive grazing environments. Large-scale Angus beef operation with a strong team culture & career progression. Hands-on ownership committed to investing in people and the business.   Your Future Workplace Waverley Station is a large-scale Angus cattle enterprise operating across properties in Scone and King Island, Australia. Spanning 60,000 acres (24,281ha) and running 30,000 Angus cattle, the business combines innovative farming practices, diverse pasture systems, and a skilled team. Scone is the hub of the Angus breeding and genetics programme, while King Island is renowned for its ideal conditions for breeding and finishing cattle. King Island spans 25,000 acres (10,117ha) across 5 blocks, each managed by an Overseer supported by 2–3 staff. The...

JOB DESCRIPTION SHEEP & BEEF MANAGER – STEP INTO MANAGEMENT San Rosa – Strathmore, Taranaki Join our team at San Rosa, part of the Gavin Jordan family farming business. The property is approximately 400 hectares effective sheep & beef property, ranging from flat to steep terrain, located inland from Stratford, Taranaki. We are running a breeding-focused sheep and beef operation, wintering approximately: · 2,000 ewes · 200 in-calf Angus cows · 300 rising one-year cattle --- The Opportunity: We are looking for a positive, capable and hardworking individual to join us as a Station Manager. This role will suit either: · Someone ready to step up into their first management position, or · An experienced manager looking for a solid, well-supported farming operation The role involves taking responsibility for the day-to-day running of the farm, while continuing to build skills in management and decision-making. --- The successful applicant...

The Hillcrest Group is on the search for an experienced Dairy/Beef Drystock Manager to join  their business. The drystock farm plays an important part in supporting the wider farming  business through providing high quality heifers to the dairy farm, wintering its cows and  creating value through a beef operation.   Reporting to the farm owners, this is an exciting opportunity to put your skills to the test with  the autonomy to get the job done knowing support from the farm owners and wider business  is there when you need it.    Big on family values, this is a well-established farming business that looks after its people  which is reflected in this role previously bring held for 6 years, our General Farmhand/Fencer  has been with us for 14 years. The Hillcrest group proudly run a self-contained system and  are progressive in their farming practices.    The Farm:  • 650ha effective.  • Carrying 380 R2 heifers and 380 R1 heifers.  • Finishing Friesian bulls 400, 200 which are...

SHEPHERD, MAHIA PENINSULA Okepuha Station is a progressive sheep and beef property on the stunning Mahia Peninsula. Due to our current shepherd moving into the stock managers role, we are seeking an outstanding shepherd to fill this position.  You will be part of a young, energetic team that values good staff and offers plenty of opportunities to excel and grow. This breeding and finishing property is 1350 ha running 14,000 SU. Your role will work alongside our stock manager, GFF Student, fencer general, and farm owners. Attitude and work ethic are the main attributes we are seeking. 3 fully broken dogs are required. A tidy single persons quarters is available. Fishing, diving, hunting all on your doorstep. No foreign applications please.

About Us We are seeking a motivated and experienced Fencer/General to join our team on a 1500ha station in a prime location, approximately 20 minutes from Mahia, 20 minutes from Wairoa, and 50 minutes from Gisborne. The area offers excellent recreational opportunities, with outstanding fishing and hunting right on your doorstep. The property is under new ownership and management and is currently undergoing significant development, particularly in fencing and infrastructure. This is a genuine opportunity to be part of a major redevelopment and help shape a large-scale station into a high-performing operation. About the Role You will work alongside and report directly to the Station Manager, while coordinating with other staff and contractors. This is a hands-on role with a strong focus on fencing and infrastructure development. Duties Include: 1. New fencing and subdivision 2. Repairs and maintenance fencing 3. Infrastructure development 4. Operating farm...