11 shepherd general jobs found

SHEPHERD GENERAL Full-Time Permanent | Tukituki Valley, Hawke’s Bay 🇳🇿ONLY APPLICANTS WITH VALID NEW ZEALAND WORKING VISA OR RESIDENTS WILL BE CONSIDERED. 🇳🇿 Karaka Farms is looking for a reliable, capable and motivated Shepherd General to join our team. Karaka Farms is a privately owned sheep and beef farming operation located in the beautiful Tukituki Valley, approximately 20 minutes south of Havelock North. We farm across Karaka Farm and Gumtree Gate, with an additional lease block, running approximately 3,200 breeding ewes, 600 replacement hoggets and 570 cattle, alongside our developing shedding-sheep stud. We are looking for someone who takes pride in their work, has good stockmanship and wants to be part of a well-run, progressive farming operation. THE ROLE This is a varied, hands-on position working closely with our Farm Manager, Fanie Erasmus. The role is approximately 60% stock work and 40%...

An intermediate/ head shepherd general position has become available on our 700ha property in Omakau. Our farm offers a great working environment, a wide range of jobs, plenty of opportunity to learn new skills and the potential to move into a stock manger roll. This is a full-time position, starting the beginning of October 2026. We are a family owned and operated farm. We farm ewes, finish lambs and beef cattle, graze   young dairy stock and have over 300ha of arable. The property is well maintained with pivot and Kline irrigation, halter, state of the art cattle yards and sheep facilities, near new tractors, side by side, quad bikes and modern implements. Omakau and the surrounding areas offer access to great outdoor activities including lakes, hunting, fishing, four wheel driving, a variety of local sports clubs, biking and walking trails.   The successful applicant will - *   have two working dogs under good command *   have the ability to work...

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...

Keinton Combe is a 780ha Sheep and Beef operation located 10 minutes from Waiau or 1hr 50 minutes North of Christchurch. The hill country property currently runs 3000 Romney Breeding ewes as well as 800 Hoggets and 150 Angus/Hereford cows. Aiming to finish 2000 of the works lambs annually. We also trade cattle and aim to winter 8500su.  We are looking for a motivated young person with a good attitude, who is wanting to progress in the agricultural industry. Ideally you will:  Be honest, reliable, have a positive attitude and a sense of humour. Be able to work alone and in a team. Have one or more years’ experience. Have at least one huntaway and one heading dog under good command. Have an interest in training your dogs. Be able to communicate and report to the farm manager. Be able to record farm information on Resolution and work to on-farm health and safety standards. Have a NZ Drivers license. Be a NZ resident....

Te Uranga B2 Incorporation operates a 1,153ha Sheep and Beef enterprise 10 minutes north east of Taumarunui carrying 12,000 stock units and is a past finalist in the Ahuwhenua Trophy Māori Farmer of the Year.   With a mixed stocking policy including both sheep and beef with a focus on both quality breeding and finishing, this is a fantastic opportunity to be involved in the running of a diverse farming operation.   You will be working alongside the Farm Manager and the Shepherd General with the role being based around 80% stock work and 20% general duties. This is a great opportunity for those with a few years’ experience and looking to take the next step.   You will have: ·           The ability to work efficiently on your own and as part of the team ·           Good pasture and stock management skills ·           A strong work ethic to “get the job done” ·           Excellent communication skills and an attention to detail ·...

Sheep & Beef Hill Country — 25 minutes east of Martinborough, Wairarapa Lagoon Hill Station is a 1,100 ha hill country property running 10,000 stock units, where the job is predominantly stock work — with a real chance to build your understanding of the wider business. About the station Lagoon Hill Station sits in a well-regarded farming district 25 minutes east of Martinborough. At a glance: •      1,000 ha of predominantly medium to steeper hill country, with 130 ha of cultivatable flats •      7,000 stock units — Romney and Coopworth ewes with a hybrid influence coming through, and Angus cattle with the introduction of Halter on the horizon •      On-farm lamb sale in December, with some specialist finishing planned going forward •      Good infrastructure , including well-set-up satellite yards around the property The station is working through a programme of changes to better fit its goals, so it’s a good time to come on board and...

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...

Rere, Gisborne | An opportunity to develop your farm management skills We’re looking for a capable, dependable person to join our 1,000ha hill country sheep and beef operation in the Rere district, 40km north-west of Gisborne. Working alongside owner/manager and our station shepherd, you’ll play a key role in the daily running of the farm. This is a practical, hands-on position with responsibility, support and opportunities to develop your skills in farm planning, feed budgeting and livestock management. If you’re an experienced shepherd ready to take the next step towards farm management, we’d love to hear from you. About the role Our operation runs 3,900 ewes plus replacements, alongside a cattle operation that includes finishing stock and a 300-head Charolais and Simmental herd and replacements. You’ll work closely with the owner to put farm plans into action, taking ownership of agreed areas of work and making day-to-day decisions within our...

Mangakuri Station is looking for an experienced shepherd to join the team.  A BIT ABOUT MANGAKURI STATION Mangakuri is a coastal 1,300ha, 1,000ha effective, breeding and trading operation running 8,000su consisting of Romney sheep and Angus cattle. Located at Mangakuri Beach, in Central Hawkes Bay, approximately 40 minutes from Waipawa and 50 minutes from Hastings.  The Station is owned by the Williams Charitable Trust with all profits donated to local charities and reinvested back into the Station.    THE OPPORTUNITY As the Shepherd you will assist with the day-to-day operations on the Station including stock management, animal health, general farm maintenance and decision making.  Your role will also include recording into FarmIQ and operating Halter.  The Station is focused on improving and driving production on the farm.  You will support the farm manager in maximising the farm’s performance, while developing and growing your own personal skill set.    A BIT...

Join Hills Creek Station to lead a great team, contribute to long-term farm development and build your future in farm management. Enjoy a great rural lifestyle in Central Otago. Develop your skills across a large scale and diverse farming operation. Contribute to strategic planning and long-term farm performance. To read more about the position and farm layout please visit – https://bit.ly/3TETsvN Your Role Hills Creek Station is seeking an experienced Block Manager to lead day-to-day farm operations, livestock and pasture management, team leadership and ongoing property development. Reporting to the General Manager, you will lead three Shepherds and work closely with the Farm Consultant to achieve production and financial targets. The role offers a mix of operational management and strategic development, including livestock performance, pasture renewal, infrastructure upgrades, budgeting, health and safety, and environmental management. It...

Join Brownrigg Agriculture, a high-performing farming business with varied country, modern tech, & excellent mustering across a large-scale operation. Located 20 minutes south of Hastings, with easy access to town amenities. Strong opportunity to develop stockmanship, mustering and farm system skills. Join a progressive business that will fully invest in your career development. To read more about the position and farm layout please visit – https://bit.ly/4z2jRm4 Your Role Brownrigg Agriculture are looking for an experienced Shepherd to join the team at Puketio. This is a great opportunity for someone wanting to take the next step in their farming career. You’ll get plenty of hands-on stock work, technical mustering and dog work across both hill and flatter country, while working with larger mobs and an experienced team. The role offers valuable exposure to cropping, improved forage systems, feed management and modern farming...