15 shepherd jobs found

Oruamatua is seeking someone who is motivated, reliable and forward-thinking to join our farming business, working alongside the owners.  Oruamatua is a breeding/finishing operation in the Taihape area that runs approximately 3,600 breeding ewes, 1100 mated hoggets and 150 breeding cows plus replacements with a forage crop component across 600 effective hectares.   Due to the growth of a separate business, this role offers an excellent opportunity for a shepherd looking to step up, further develop their skills, and build towards a management role.  The Role You will work closely with the owner-operator on; All management decisions   All stock work across sheep and cattle with a high focus on stock performance All general farming work including fencing, weed management, cropping, maintenance etc What We’re Looking For Excellent communication skills, strong work ethic, attention to detail and a proactive, forward thinking attitude Self-motivated and...

730 ha   l   2,500 sheep   l   900 Cattle   Ngapeke Farm Limited is seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Shepherd General to join the team on a well-established 730 effective hectare sheep and beef operation, located just 18km Southeast of Otorohanga. Running approximately 2,500 sheep and 900 cattle, including cows, heifers, and steers, this role offers an excellent opportunity for someone looking to step up, further develop their skills, and contribute to the day-to-day running of half the farm. What You'll Be Doing General stock work across sheep and cattle Animal health treatments including drenching Dagging, weighing, and livestock monitoring Water system maintenance Fencing and general farm maintenance Weed management Working closely with management to achieve farm goals Managing and planning daily tasks across your area of responsibility What We're Looking For Minimum 1-2 years' farming experience A genuine...

We are looking for an experienced shepherd to join our small team and work alongside the owners/managers. Highland Station is a 1000 hectare sheep and beef breeding property that boundaries Te Urewera National Park. We are looking for someone reliable and honest, who has good stockmanship and a team of 4-5 well trained dogs. The role is primarily stock work, with fencing, maintenance and general farm duties making up the balance. The successful applicant will have some sheep and beef experience and the ability to ride a horse. We can offer the right person the chance to take on more responsibilities if they can demonstrate their capabilities. The position offers a good variety of work with sheep and beef breeding, lamb fattening and ongoing maintenance on a property that comprises some easy front country and more challenging mustering on the back country. A tidy three- bedroom cottage is provided and there is plenty of hunting on the property. The location is 70kms from...

We are looking for an experienced shepherd to join our team on our coastal sheep and beef farm in Porangahau. Our 1,000 hectare farm runs breeding ewes and cows, with the majority of our stock finished on farm. The role is primarily stock work, with fencing, maintenance and general farm duties making up the balance. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic and honest. They will have good stockmanship and  4 to 5 well trained dogs. The successful applicant will have some sheep and beef experience. We can offer the right person the opportunity to extend their farming knowledge and develop their skill set, with support for further training and education. This position offers a good variety of work. You will have the opportunity to learn about cropping and finishing systems as well as all aspects of sheep and cattle breeding, including animal health plans and parasite management. We have a high standard of farm infrastructure and stock handling facilities....

Experienced Shepherd Position Twizel South Canterbury   We are looking for an Experienced Shepherd to join the team at our family run High Country property, Located 40min from Twizel on the north east side of Lake Ohau   Glen Lyon is a 32,000ha extensive run breeding operation running approximately 14,000 stock units of Merino and ¼ Bred Ewes, Wethers and Hereford and Hereford/angus cross Cattle.   We are seeking an experienced shepherd to join our small team. This job will be a great opportunity for the right applicant to further their skills.   In the past 6 seasons we have had 6 experienced shepherds move on to take stock management roles. Our ideal candidate will be looking for a job that will help them develop their stockmanship and team skills, learn about implementing an animal health program, managing pasture and feed budgeting.   The Ideal candidate will have: ·       4+ years’ experience working with sheep and beef in...

Caberfeidh is a 5,300ha high-performing sheep and beef breeding and finishing property located in the Hakataramea Valley, with a diverse mix of hill country through to productive flats, including 370ha of pivot irrigation. The station winters approximately 35,000 stock units, running 13,500 Headwaters breeding ewes plus replacements and 700 Angus breeding cows, alongside a significant finishing operation supplying lambs into the Lumina Lamb programme and cattle into high-spec markets. Over the past five years, Caberfeidh has undergone significant development, with continued investment in housing, fencing, yards, and wider farm infrastructure. Caberfeidh Station is looking for a motivated Head Shepherd to join our team. This is a genuine step-up opportunity for someone with strong stockmanship who is ready to take on greater responsibility across livestock performance, grazing management, people leadership and day-to-day farm operations. Reporting to the Stock Manager, you will...

EXPERIENCED SHEPHERD   A great opportunity has become available for an experienced shepherd on our 750ha sheep and beef property, located 15 minutes from Pahiatua and 40 minutes from Palmerston North.   Working alongside our Stock Manager and the farm owners, you will be involved in all aspects of the farming operation in this varied, hands on role.   About the role: ·         Stock work and mustering ·         General day to day farm duties ·         General farm maintenance ·         Tractor driving   Ideally, we are looking for someone who has : ·         Good stock handling and animal husbandry skills ·         3 – 4 well trained working dogs ·         Good farm maintenance skills ·         A positive attitude ·         Is honest and reliable   What we offer: ·         Competitive remuneration package  ·         Comfortable two bedroom cottage ·         Regular time off...

Turihaua Station is seeking a motivated and proactive Junior Shepherd to join our progressive Angus Stud and commercial operation. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with 2–3 years of shepherding experience who is passionate about livestock, eager to gain exposure to stud operations, and looking to work alongside an experienced team while taking on genuine responsibility. Key Responsibilities Stockmanship & Welfare: Implement stock rotation plans, monitor stock weights and condition, carry out low-stress stock handling, and maintain animal health treatments. Stud Operations: Participate in annual bull sales, field days, client visits, and stud stock selection and handling. Pasture & Land Care: Assist with pasture management, pole planting/erosion control, weed control, and monitoring feed quality. General Maintenance: Carry out fencing repairs (conventional/electric), track maintenance, water system repairs, and care/servicing of farm vehicles,...

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 farm located 15mins from Featherston and Martinborough. We are currently seeking a motivated a Shepherd to carry out day to day tasks including  daily livestock activities - All cattle are on Halter. This roll is 90% stock work. The successful applicant requires the following: ·       Good level of stockmanship with 2-3 working dogs ·       Strong communications skills, motivated, organized and good time management. ·       Must be honest and reliable and work well within a team The shepherd role comes with a competitive remuneration package including a: Tidy 3-bedroom home with a school bus at the gate, with primary school less than 5 minutes away. Applicants must be a NZ resident. Please send C.V and references to Johnie McFadzean at: johnie.mcfadzean@gmail.com

Otematata Station is a family run business that has a history extending 120 years. We run a Merino flock of 29000 sheep, as well as 500 cattle consisting of Hereford and Angus breeds across 40,000 hectares of Upper Waitaki high country. We are located behind the Otematata township so community amenities are minutes away. As a Shepherd you will be working as part of a team. This will mainly involve completing all the day to day stock work including mustering, yard work and animal health procedures under the direction of our Stock Manager. The position will also consist of other farm duties applicable to the season. Qualities in an applicant we are looking for are. Have a team of well controlled working dogs. Can handle large mobs of both Sheep and Cattle. Able to work alone and in a team environment. A current driver’s license. Reliable and honest Good level of stockmanship The remuneration package includes: A shared modern, fully furnished house (power included) A...

Experienced shepherd Drysdale is 2500 ha of medium to steep hill country 25km west of Hunterville run in conjunction with 400 ha finishing block at Halcombe. We run a very simple stock system targeting high performance sheep with clear cut stock performance targets and a dry stock beef operation purchasing 2yo Steers and finishing them as 3yo. Stock are mostly set stocked so there is minimal weekend work and no supplementary feeding. Work is a 50/50 split of horse and bike.   The successful applicant will require. 2+ years’ experience A good team of 4-6 good dogs under good command. Horse experience would be an advantage, also training can be supplied. A good attitude, sense of humour. In return we will supply. A fun and positive work environment, great team to work with. We make sure to celebrate our successes and take time to get off farm as a team.   Competitive renumeration package.  Paid overtime.  A warm, 2-...

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, including 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. 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 improvements that makes this readily achievable on a sustainable basis. 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...

General Farm Worker – Buscot Station We are looking for a capable and motivated General Farm Worker to join our team on our 2,300-hectare sheep and beef property at Buscot Station, just north of Omarama in North Otago. We run 8,000 Merino sheep, beef cattle and graze young dairy stock. The property is a diverse mix of irrigated and high-country land, with six pivot irrigators and a small amount of fixed-grid and K-line irrigation. This is a varied role suited to someone with good stock sense, initiative and a great attitude . You will be part of a small, practical team and have the opportunity to work across all aspects of the farming operation. Someone with one or two working dogs would be well suited to the role. Job Requirements Stock work Tractor and machinery operation Repairs and maintenance Fencing Irrigation Spraying Use of the Resolution Farming App General farm duties What We Offer A varied role on a...