5 jobs found in canterbury

NSK Farming ltd is a family business which operates a large scale sheep, beef and cropping property of 4700ha. 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 Kurow and just over an hour away from Oamaru and Tekapo. We are close to lakes, rivers, ski fields and a well supported popular rugby club. The job involves working along side our stock manager and another shepherd. The successful applicant will require the following attributes; Be comfortable around large numbers of stock Be able to communicate well with others Be able to carry out general duties unsupervised We offer: Lots of stock work Own ute Good accommodation Good sheep & cattle yards Further training with outside providers References will be required. Remuneration based on experience Email or call Nat on  0274 959896

Join an extensive family farming business near Pleasant Point, South Canterbury, and play a key role in developing infrastructure across a diverse and expanding operation. Our farms span Wagyu, bull beef, dairy grazing and dairy platforms, with this position focused primarily on development work across multiple blocks. About the Role This is a hands-on position with a strong focus on strengthening and developing infrastructure across a large-scale farming operation. The successful applicant will: Build, repair and upgrade fencing (essential skill) Undertake development work across different farm blocks Improve and maintain stock water systems Operate tractors for a range of tasks (fertiliser spreading, mowing, fencing and general farm work) Assist with stock work including moving cattle, yard work and animal health tasks Carry out general farm maintenance as required About You Proven fencing experience (essential) Confident and competent tractor operator...

General Shepherd – Glynn Wye Station (Rooney Farms) Glynn Wye Station is a large-scale, high-country farming operation owned by Rooney Farms, spanning over 26,000 hectares across the iconic Lewis Pass corridor, just 25 minutes from Hanmer Springs. The property combines productive flats with expansive hill and high-country, offering genuine variety and challenge in your day-to-day work. This station is a breeding and finishing property that operates a diverse sheep beef and deer system, with all replacements bred and reared on farm. Glynn Wye operates as a fully self-sufficient unit, carrying out all cultivation, silage, drilling, and land development in-house - giving staff exposure to a wide range of farming systems and skills. We’re looking for a General Shepherd to join a team of six full-time staff, working alongside a supportive and experienced manager in a tight-knit, down-to-earth team that values good humour, mutual respect, and getting the job done...

“Clearview” is a family owned, 900ha sheep, beef and cropping property on the outskirts of Fairlie in the Mackenzie District.  We are a breeding and finishing unit with around 150ha of cereals on predominately rolling country.   We are seeking a capable tractor driver / general hand to assist with agricultural work, repairs and maintenance as well as general stock work.   Your duties would include: Cultivation and drilling of crops using modern equipment including Greenstar Mowing, raking and baling Vehicle and machinery maintenance and minor repairs General farm maintenance including fencing and water supply General stock work with sheep and cattle   This position would suit someone who: Enjoys variety in their work Is able to effectively self manage Is capable of working independently and with others Has a positive ‘can do’ attitude   We can offer you: An attractive remuneration...